Push Notifications on Shopify: How SM Mobile App Builder Helps You Drive More Sales

In today’s mobile-first world, email is too slow and SMS can be expensive. If you're running a Shopify store, push notifications may be your most powerful untapped sales tool. With SM Mobile App Builder, you can send real-time, personalized notifications straight to your customers’ phones—without any coding or third-party tools.

This tutorial shows you how to set up and use push notifications using SM Mobile App Builder, along with best practices to boost engagement, recover abandoned carts, and skyrocket your mobile sales.

Why Push Notifications Are a Must-Have in 2025

Push notifications outperform email and SMS in open and engagement rates. Here’s why they matter for Shopify merchants:

  • 90%+ open rates within the first hour
  • Delivered in real time—perfect for flash sales
  • Appear directly on the lock screen or home screen
  • Proven to boost retention, AOV, and repeat purchase rate

And thanks to SM Mobile App Builder, you no longer need to rely on complex integrations or expensive enterprise tools to use them.

What Is SM Mobile App Builder?

SM Mobile App Builder is a no-code Shopify app that allows you to turn your online store into a native mobile app for iOS and Android—complete with built-in push notification capabilities.

Key Push Notification Features

  • Manual and automated push notifications
  • Customer segmentation
  • Scheduled or behavior-based triggers
  • Deep linking to specific products or collections
  • Performance analytics and engagement tracking

Step-by-Step: How to Send Push Notifications with SM Mobile App Builder

Step 1: Install and Set Up the App

First, install SM Mobile App Builder from the Shopify App Store. After syncing your products, collections, and customer data, navigate to the "Push Notifications" dashboard.

Step 2: Choose Your Notification Type

  • Manual Push: Best for flash sales, restocks, new arrivals
  • Automated Push: For abandoned carts, order updates, or triggers based on browsing

Step 3: Create a Notification Campaign

Use the intuitive visual builder to set:

  • Title: Attention-grabbing headline
  • Body: Short, value-driven message
  • Link: Send users to a product, collection, or home screen
  • Image: Add a thumbnail or product image

Step 4: Segment Your Audience

You can target notifications based on user behavior, location, language, last purchase date, cart status, and more. This ensures that each message feels personalized and relevant.

Step 5: Schedule or Send Instantly

Choose to send the notification right away or schedule it for a specific date and time (great for time zones or campaign launches).

Step 6: Track Performance

Review open rates, clicks, and conversions directly in the SM dashboard. Use A/B testing features to optimize future campaigns.

7 Push Notification Use Cases for Shopify Stores

  1. Flash Sales: "24-Hour Deal: 20% Off Sitewide – Shop Now!"
  2. Abandoned Cart Recovery: "Oops! You left something behind. Complete your order now."
  3. Back-in-Stock Alerts: "Your favorite item is back – grab it before it’s gone!"
  4. New Arrivals: "Just In: Our New Summer Collection Is Here ☀️"
  5. Price Drops: "Price Alert: Item in your wishlist is now 30% off!"
  6. Loyalty Rewards: "You've earned 500 points! Redeem now for exclusive rewards."
  7. App-Only Offers: "Exclusive in-app deal: Free shipping today only!"

Best Practices to Maximize Engagement

  • Keep it short: Aim for 40–60 characters for headlines
  • Time it right: Send during lunch hours or evenings when users are active
  • Use emojis: Add personality and boost engagement
  • Add urgency: Use words like “Now”, “Today only”, or “Ends soon”
  • Always include a CTA: e.g., “Shop Now”, “Claim Offer”, “See More”

Advanced Features You Should Be Using

  • Deep Linking: Send users to a specific product, not just the home screen
  • Behavior Triggers: Target users who viewed a product but didn’t purchase
  • A/B Testing: Compare different headlines or images to improve CTR
  • Geo-Targeting: Notify users based on region or language

Frequently Asked Questions

Do push notifications work on both iOS and Android?

Yes. SM Mobile App Builder supports native push notifications for both platforms.

Is this included in the SM Mobile App Builder plan?

Yes. Push notifications are built-in—no need for third-party services.

How often should I send push notifications?

2–3 notifications per week is ideal. Too many can lead to opt-outs, while too few may miss key opportunities.

Can I preview notifications before sending?

Yes, use the live preview to test how it looks on different devices before pushing it out.

Can I personalize notifications?

Yes, you can insert customer names, location-based content, or cart details dynamically.

Final Thoughts: Turn Traffic into Revenue

Push notifications are one of the most effective ways to increase engagement, conversions, and retention in a mobile-first world. And with SM Mobile App Builder, adding them to your Shopify strategy is effortless.

Whether you're running flash sales, launching new collections, or rescuing abandoned carts—notifications keep your brand top-of-mind and in-pocket at all times.

Start using SM Mobile App Builder today →

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