How to insert discount code into URL so discount is auto-applied to all prices

Store Design

Topic summary

The discussion centers on automatically applying discount codes via URL and displaying discounted prices throughout a Shopify store, not just at checkout.

Basic URL Method:

  • Standard approach: https://{shop_name}.myshopify.com/discount/{discount_code}
  • Can add redirects: ?redirect=/products/{product} to land on specific pages
  • Shareable links available in Shopify admin under Discounts > Promote

Key Limitations Identified:

  • Discount codes apply at checkout only, not during browsing
  • Cookies get cleared when using redirects, causing mobile/private browsing failures
  • No native Liquid/API method to display discounted prices on product pages
  • Cart page cannot accurately show applied discounts
  • Invalid codes are accepted in URLs but fail silently at checkout

Workarounds Discussed:

  • Custom JavaScript solutions to auto-apply codes (shared by HenryReith)
  • Manual cookie management for Plus customers
  • Third-party apps like Adsgun that display savings across all pages
  • Multiple discount codes now supported via cart permalinks (recent Shopify update)

Current Status:

  • The core request (showing discounted prices while browsing) remains unsolved natively
  • Community frustration noted over Shopify’s years-long lack of comprehensive solution
  • Various workarounds exist but require custom development or apps
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Hi Josh,

To automatically apply a discount code on the checkout page you need to prepare following URL

[https://{shop_name}.myshopify.com/discount/{discount_code}](https://{shop_name}.myshopify.com/discount/{discount_code})

replacing shop_name and discount_code according to your needs.

You can also get this link from the admin panel:

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Unfortunatelly, I don’t know how to show the discounted prices on product pages. Would love to learn.

HTH,
Lukasz

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