Summary
Want to explore the Wati Shopify app before committing to a paid plan? This guide explains how you can try the Wati Shopify app in the trial environment, either by installing it directly from the Shopify App Store or by signing up on the Wati website. It also outlines the features available during the trial and important limitations to keep in mind.
Instructions
How to Try the Wati Shopify App in a Trial Environment
You can try the Wati Shopify app without purchasing a subscription by following either of these two methods:
Method 1: Install from the Shopify App Store
Log in to your Shopify account.
Visit the Shopify App Store and search for Wati.
Click Install to add the Wati Shopify app to your store.
After installation, you’ll be redirected to the Wati trial environment at
https://app.wati.io, where the Wati Shopify app will be available for you to explore.
Method 2: Sign Up on the Wati Website
Go to the Wati website and sign up for a free trial account.
Once signed up, click Integration from the top menu.
Select the Shopify option.
Enter your Shopify store URL to install the Wati Shopify app.
Limitations of Using the Wati Shopify App in a Trial Environment
While the trial environment lets you test some features, there are important restrictions to be aware of:
Only two features are available:
Automated messages
WhatsApp chat icon on your store
Automated messages will be sent from a shared Wati WhatsApp number. Note: You cannot use your own WhatsApp number during the trial.
You cannot create custom WhatsApp message templates.
No technical support is provided by the Wati team during the trial period.
To enable automated messages, a monthly charge of $4.90 applies because the Wati Shopify app is a paid plugin.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Questions
1. What is the Wati Shopify app trial environment?
→ The Wati Shopify app trial environment allows you to test certain features of the Wati Shopify app without purchasing a paid subscription.
2. How can I access the Wati Shopify app trial?
→ You can access the trial by either installing the Wati Shopify app from the Shopify App Store or by signing up for a free trial account on the Wati website.
3. Do I need a paid subscription to use the Wati Shopify app trial?
→ No, you do not need a paid subscription to try the app. However, enabling automated messages in the trial requires a monthly fee of $4.90 because the Wati Shopify app is a paid plugin.
Installation & Setup
4. How do I install the Wati Shopify app from the Shopify App Store?
→ Log in to your Shopify account, search for Wati in the Shopify App Store, and click Install. You will then be redirected to the Wati trial environment.
5. How do I sign up for the Wati Shopify app trial on the Wati website?
→ Visit the Wati website, sign up for a free trial account, go to the Integration page from the top menu, select Shopify, and install the app by entering your Shopify store URL.
Features & Limitations
6. What features are available in the Wati Shopify app trial?
→ The available features in the trial environment are:
Automated messages
WhatsApp chat icon on your Shopify store
7. Can I send automated messages from my own WhatsApp number in the trial?
→ No, automated messages sent during the trial will come from a shared Wati WhatsApp number. You cannot use your own number in the trial environment.
8. Can I create custom WhatsApp message templates in the trial?
→ No, creating custom WhatsApp message templates is not supported in the trial environment.
9. Is technical support available during the Wati Shopify app trial?
→ No, technical support from the Wati team is not provided for trial users.
Billing
10. Is there any cost involved in using the Wati Shopify app trial?
→ The trial is free to access. However, to enable automated messages, a monthly charge of $4.90 applies as the Wati Shopify app is a paid plugin.