How to automatically add a free gift to the cart

Overview

Offering a free gift at checkout is a great way to increase conversions and reward customers. With UpsellPlus, you can automatically add a free item to the cart based on specific conditions like order value or product selection.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Log in to Shopify Admin

2. Open the UpsellPlus App

• Go to Apps in the lefthand menu
• Click UpsellPlus from the list of installed apps

3. Create a New Upsell Offer * *

• Click Create Offer and select Checkout Page
• The product you set up will be added automatically to the cart once the shoppers navigates to the checkout.

4. Scroll down to the Smart Rule section

• Tick the Automatically add to cart when conditions are met checkbox

5. Make the product free

• To make it free, we will set the discount price at 100%
• You can configure this under your selected product in UpsellPlus Admin
  
  Key Tips
• Highlight the Gift in Checkout: Let customers know they’re getting a free item.
• A/B Test Different Gifts: See which offers drive the most conversions.

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• How to Show an Upsell Based on Cart Value
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Updated on: 11/02/2025