In June 2025, Shopify announced the integration of USDC into its payments platform via the Base Network , enabling stable, fast, and fee-free transactions. In partnership with Coinbase and Stripe, Shopify now makes it easy for millions of merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments without changing their payment flow.

1. Why is Shopify incorporating USDC?

USDC is a stablecoin backed 1:1 by USD, ensuring stability and global acceptance [oai_citation:0‡shopify.com](https://www.shopify.com/news/stablecoins-on-shopify?utm_source=chatgpt.com). The Base Network offers ultra-fast and low-cost transactions, enabling credit card-like flows, with authorization, capture, and refunds included via smart contracts [oai_citation:1‡shopify.com](https://www.shopify.com/news/stablecoins-on-shopify?utm_source=chatgpt.com).

2. Benefits of activating USDC in your store

  • Access to customers who prefer cryptocurrencies and digital wallets ().
  • No FX commissions or international fees because Shopify automatically converts to local currency ().
  • Possibility to withdraw in USDC directly or choose conversion to local currency ().
  • In the US and select regions: 0.5% cashback for merchants and 1% cashback for customers ().

3. Requirements to accept payments in USDC

  • Activate Shopify Payments on your store.
  • Be in a supported region (US, Canada, Europe, Asia Pacific) ().
  • Users must pay from wallets that support USDC on Base (e.g., Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask) ().
  • Transactions are captured after authorization and managed with smart contract, avoiding overselling ().

4. How to enable USDC step by step

  1. Go to Configuración → Pagos in Shopify.
  2. In Shopify Payments, click “Manage payment methods.”
  3. Activate the “USDC” option within the “Crypto” section ().
  4. Choose between receiving payments in local currency or withdrawing them in USDC to your connected wallet ().

5. Important considerations

  • Unable to partially capture an order paid in USDC ().
  • Post-purchase upsells are not enabled ().
  • Refunds are made from the USD or USDC balance depending on the configured payment method ().
  • Subscription payments and post-purchase disputes are not supported ().

6. Customer experience

Shoppers can pay as guests or with Shop Pay using USDC in Base. Payment is authorized, held, and captured upon confirmation of fulfillment ().

There are no gas fees for the buyer and it is accepted by hundreds of supported wallets ().

7. Who benefits from this feature?

Ideal for stores with global customers, especially in areas where traditional transactions are expensive or slow. It also attracts a new audience of crypto users and early adopters.

How does Migraciones.io help you in this process?

  • We configure and activate USDC in your store, ensuring the correct flow of payments and payouts.
  • We advise you on the best strategy for receiving locally or in USDC, depending on your needs.
  • We integrate wallets and prepare your team for digital fund management.
  • We assist with testing, QA, and safe deployment to prevent errors.
  • We offer ongoing support and training to maximize adoption and conversions.

📞 Ready to activate USDC payments and attract crypto customers?

Contact us today at migraciones.io and we'll help you enable USDC on Shopify, optimize your international strategy, and attract digital wallet users securely and efficiently.

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