Adding categories to your products just got a lot smoother.
Before, assigning categories for the first time sent you off to a separate page — breaking your flow and making you lose track of what you were working on. Now, you can manage categories directly in the product form using a simple search field. Start typing to find an existing category, or type a new name to create one on the spot.
No more back-and-forth. Just add your category and keep going.
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Managing your catalog just got faster. You can now edit prices, stock quantities, and product status directly in the table view, no need to open each product individually. Available now for Platinum and Diamond sellers!
Click any field to edit it. Changes save immediately and go live on your shop right away.
If your products have variants, click the caret next to a product to expand them and edit each variant's price and stock individually.
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We've been reworking the Shipping Settings page to make setup faster and tweaks quicker.
The biggest change, new today: you can assign products to a shipping profile directly from Shipping Settings. Open a profile, pick the products that belong, you're done. Before this, you had to go to each product one at a time.
The page also loads faster if your shop has several profiles, and most edits take fewer clicks to make.
A reminder: combined rates at checkout for shipping profiles
When a buyer has products from multiple profiles in their cart, they can pay one combined shipping total at checkout. If you haven't grouped your products into profiles yet, it's worth the time. Click here to learn more
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Log in faster with Google or Apple — no more fumbling for passwords.
What's new:
Connect your shop to your Google or Apple account
Use either (or both) to log in going forward
Works for quick access on mobile or desktop
How to connect: Head to your account settings to link your Google or Apple account. Once connected, you can use it to log in any time.
A few things to know:
Only one shop can be connected to a particular social login at a time
You can connect both Google and Apple to the same shop
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We've expanded our Policy Builder with a new section for legal notices—perfect for sellers who need to display required business information.
What's New:
New "Legal Notice" option in your Policy Builder
Dedicated space for mandatory business disclosures
Automatically displays in the footer on your shop once added
Supports compliance requirements across different countries
Different Names, Same Purpose: Depending on where you're located, this might be called:
Impressum (Germany, Austria)
Legal Notice or Imprint (UK)
Mentions Légales (France)
Aviso Legal (Spain)
Informazioni Legali (Italy)
特定商取引法に基づく表記 (Japan)
Why This Matters:
Meet legal requirements in the EU, Japan, and other countries that mandate business disclosure
Avoid potential fines when selling internationally
Build customer trust through transparency
Keep all your shop policies organized in one place
Important: Laws vary by country and business type. We've created the space, but can't provide legal advice on what to include. Check with a lawyer or your local business authority to ensure you're meeting your specific requirements.
Getting Started: Head to Shop Policies in your admin and you'll see the new Legal Notice option alongside your other policies. Not sure what to include? Our help article breaks down common requirements with examples: https://www.bigcartel.com/resources/help/article/create-legal-notice
Questions? Reach out to support—we're here to help! 💬
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Sell instantly. Ship nothing. Digital Products are now available in the new admin experience, giving creators a simple way to offer downloadable files directly through Big Cartel.
Note: This feature is available in the new admin experience. Still using the legacy admin? Click the orange banner at the top of your admin to switch.
Digital Product type - Create products specifically for downloadable files.
Automatic delivery - Buyers receive instant access by email and on their receipt page.
Multiple file support - Upload several files to one product, ideal for bundles and multi-part content.
Included storage - Generous storage for Platinum and Diamond plans with no buyer download limits.
Expand your catalog with files like art, guides, templates, music, and more.
Skip the shipping with fully automated delivery.
Earn passively with products that never run out of stock.
Perfect for creators who want to sell digital content directly to their audience.
Create a product in the new admin and choose Digital Product. Upload your files, set a price, and publish. We handle all delivery and hosting behind the scenes so you can focus on creating.
Pro tip: Combine multiple files to a zip file to offer bonus packs, resources, or add-on materials for your customers.
Digital Products are available now for Platinum and Diamond sellers at no extra cost.
On Gold? Upgrade to unlock Digital Products and start selling downloadable items today.
Ready to get started? View our help article: Selling Digital Products on Big Cartel
Questions? Our support team is here to help!
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Turn your product launches into events! Schedule exact dates and times for your products to go live, and let Big Cartel handle the rest while you focus on building hype with your customers.
Note: This feature is available in the new admin experience. Still using the legacy admin? Click the link in the orange bar at the top of your admin to check it out now!
Set launch dates and times - Schedule products to automatically go Active at the perfect moment
Bulk scheduling - Launch entire collections simultaneously with one click
Automatic notifications - Get alerts 24 hours before and at launch time
Flexible management - Change or remove schedules anytime without stress
Build anticipation - Promote your drop date and let customers mark their calendars
Launch on your terms - Go live at optimal times, even while you sleep
Coordinate marketing - Align releases with social posts, emails, and campaigns
Reduce stress - No more manual product flipping at the exact right moment
Perfect for creators - Ideal for batch makers who create products in collections
Set a launch date and time when creating or editing any product. Your product stays Hidden or Coming Soon until the scheduled moment, then automatically switches to Active. You'll get notified before and after launch to keep you in the loop.
Pro tip: Scheduled Drops works beautifully with Product Passwords (also in the same section!) to create VIP early access. Schedule your main launch, then give email subscribers or Patreon supporters early access with a password. It's the perfect combo for building community and creating FOMO around your releases.
Available Now for Diamond Members: This premium feature is exclusively available on the Diamond plan, giving you the professional tools you need to run strategic releases and turn launches into events.
Not on Diamond yet? Now's the perfect time to upgrade and take control of your product launches.
Ready to get started? Check out our help article: Schedule Product Drops
Questions? Our support team is here to help!
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The biggest selling time of the year is here! This toolkit’s packed with tips, tools, and festive flair to help you show up, sell out, and make it your best season yet.
What’s in the toolkit?
Setup guides: Quick checklists to get your shop holiday-ready
Sales tips: Smart, simple ways to boost orders
Key dates: A calendar so you never miss a moment
Great news for international sellers! We've massively expanded our currency support from 20 to 135 currencies, making it easier than ever to sell to customers around the world.
What's New:
Display prices in the currency your buyers actually use—from Argentine Peso to South African Rand and everything in between
Switch between currencies anytime from your shop settings
Get paid in your preferred currency while showing prices in another (based on your payment provider settings)
Why This Matters:
Reduce buyer confusion and cart abandonment
Build trust with local pricing
Expand your reach to new markets
Let customers see exactly what they'll pay
Important Notes:
Some currencies are only available with specific payment providers (Stripe or PayPal)
You'll see a notification if your selected currency isn't compatible with your current payment setup
Your payout currency is managed through your payment provider—this update is about what your customers see on your storefront
Ready to update your shop's currency? Head to your Settings to select from our full list of supported currencies.
Questions? Our support team is here to help!
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