Why is my checkout price updating slowly and how to fix it?

whenever anyone goes to purchase on my site the checkout price icon spins and spins for over 1 minute. This just started happening in the last 4 months and sales have cratered. any thoughts on potential solves?

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Hello @quackersforyou ,

This is Gina from flareAI app helping Shopify merchants get $7Million+ in sales from Google Search, on autopilot.

Here are some suggestions to help you address the delays in the checkout process of your Shopify store.

  • Slow internet speeds or intermittent connectivity can cause delays during checkout. Ensure that you have a stable and fast internet connection. You can use online tools to test your internet speed.

  • Consider updating your Shopify theme to address potential compatibility problems that could be slowing down your checkout process. An outdated theme might be the cause of these issues. By updating your theme to the most recent version, you can determine if it resolves the problem.

  • Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies can sometimes resolve checkout issues. Encourage your customers to do the same before attempting a purchase.

  • Check if you have any third-party scripts or tracking codes on your website. These can sometimes cause delays during checkout. Temporarily disable them to see if it improves the checkout speed.

  • If you use a third-party payment gateway, there might be integration or performance issues. Reach out to the support team of your payment provider to investigate any potential issues on their end.

  • Review any customizations you have made to the checkout process, such as code modifications or additional scripts. Ensure that they are not causing conflicts or slowdowns.

  • Contact Shopify support to check if there are any known server issues or performance problems affecting the checkout process. They can provide insights and assistance in resolving the issue.

I hope this information proves useful.

Gina