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Version: 1.0.0

Requirements

Last Update: 16/01/2026

Before installing the ARShades Shopify Plugin, ensure your store and environment meet the following prerequisites.

Shopify Requirements​

  • Active Shopify Store: You need an active Shopify subscription (Basic, Shopify, Advanced, or Plus).
  • Theme Architecture:
    • Online Store 2.0 (Recommended): The plugin is optimised for OS 2.0 themes (e.g., Dawn) using App Blocks. This allows for code-free installation via the Theme Editor.
  • Product Data: Your Shopify products must have valid SKU, UPC, or EAN for synchronisation to work.

ARShades Account​

  • Licence Token: You must possess a valid ARShades Licence Token. This can be found in the ARShades Studio dashboard within the details of your Subscription, viewable on the Subscriptions page.

Browser & Device Support​

The Virtual Try-On experience runs entirely in the web browser (WebAR) and requires:

  • Camera Access: Users must grant permission for the website to access their webcam or front-facing camera.
  • HTTPS: Your store must be served over HTTPS (standard for Shopify) for camera permissions to work correctly.

Limitations​

  • Storefront: The standard plugin is designed for Shopify Liquid themes. If your store uses a fully custom or legacy theme (e.g., without OS 2.0 “drag & drop” App Blocks), you can still integrate ARShades by using the Manual Integration mode, which lets you add the required configuration and buttons directly into your theme’s .liquid files.