Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I sell digital products on Shopify?
1) Create a new product in Shopify.
2) Install a delivery app like Byte Box Digital Downloads App to automate file delivery.
3) Mark the product digital in the app in Shopify.
4) Upload your file (PDF, e-book, software).
5) Customers checkout as usual and receive a download link by email.
Can you sell digital products on Shopify?
Yes. Shopify supports digital goods out of the box. Pair it with a delivery app (e.g., Byte Box Digital Downloads App) to handle downloads and manage links securely.
Can I sell digital products on Shopify without extra apps?
Partially. You can upload files to the product media, but you’ll need an app to:
Automate email delivery
Track downloads
Prevent broken links
How to deliver digital products on Shopify?
Use a delivery app that:
1) Sends an email with a secure download link
2) Hosts files up to 10GB (Byte Box Digital Downloads App)
3) Tracks downloads and expirations
What digital products can I sell on Shopify?
1) E-books (PDF, EPUB)
Courses and webinars (video, audio)
2) Software and plugins
Templates (graphics, spreadsheets)
3) Music, photos, digital art
Does Shopify allow digital downloads?
Yes. Shopify’s Digital Downloads app handles small files. For larger catalogs or higher reliability, use Byte Box (up to 10GB storage).
How to sell digital products on Shopify for free?
Use Shopify’s free Digital Downloads app.
Host small files (<5MB).
Upgrade to a paid app (Byte Box Digital Downloads App at $8/mo) for larger files and advanced features.
Recommended Shopify apps for digital downloads
1) Byte Box Digital Downloads App ($8/mo, 10GB storage)
2) Shopify Digital Downloads (free, basic)
3) SendOwl (higher pricing, similar features)