Last Updated on by Dan S
Originally Published March 18, 2019.

We often receive inquiries about adding custom disclaimers to Shopify cart pages. Perhaps you run a dropshipping business and need to notify customers about potential multi-package shipments.

Or maybe your store sells age-restricted items and requires a clear disclaimer before checkout. Whatever the reason, here’s how you can easily add these crucial messages to your Shopify store’s cart page.

How to Add a Disclaimer to Your Shopify Store’s Cart

There are two main methods to accomplish this:

Method 1: Liquid Code Injection

For those comfortable with HTML and Shopify’s Liquid templating language, this method offers precision and control. Access your theme’s files through the Shopify admin by navigating to Online Store > Themes > Edit code. Depending on your theme version, you’ll need to locate either the cart.liquid file or the cart.json template file (used in modern Online Store 2.0 themes). For section-based themes, you may also need to edit files in the Sections folder, such as cart-template.liquid or main-cart-items.liquid.

Here, you can insert your custom message using the appropriate HTML markup. Exercise caution to avoid disrupting the existing Liquid template structure. Always back up your files before making changes to ensure you can restore the original settings if necessary.

Method 2: Utilizing an App

If coding isn’t your forte, using an app is a straightforward and safe alternative. Apps often come with additional features that can enhance your store’s functionality without requiring technical expertise.

Consider using Kartify, available on the Shopify App Store. Kartify allows you to seamlessly integrate disclaimers, banners, and custom messages into your cart page without any coding. For dropshipping stores, you can inform customers about the possibility of receiving orders in multiple packages. Kartify also offers upselling features, allowing you to include promotional products directly in the cart. This not only helps the app pay for itself but also potentially increases your revenue through strategic upsells—a true win-win situation!

Other popular alternatives include apps like Warnify Pro Warnings and Popup and Disclaimer, which offer similar functionality with customizable warnings and age verification options for specific products or collections.