Shopify Inventory Alerts: The Easy Way to Track Low Stock
How to set up Shopify Inventory alerts
If you’re running a Shopify store, staying on top of your inventory is crucial. Stockouts mean lost sales, frustrated customers, and missed revenue opportunities. But let’s face it—manually tracking stock levels is a hassle, especially when you have multiple products.
That’s where inventory alerts come in. With the right setup, Shopify can notify you when stock is running low, so you can restock in time. In this latest Shopify Tips and Tricks Guide, we’ll walk you through how to set up inventory alerts step by step, helping you keep your bestsellers in stock and your customers happy.
Why Are Inventory Alerts Important?
1. Prevent Lost Sales – Running out of stock means potential customers can’t buy your product.
2. Improve Customer Experience – Customers expect availability; if they repeatedly see "Out of Stock," they may shop elsewhere.
3. Maintain Cash Flow – Stocking up at the right time prevents overstocking or understocking.
4. Save Time – Automating alerts saves you from constantly checking inventory manually.
Now, let’s get into the step-by-step process of setting up inventory alerts on Shopify.
Step 1: Enable Inventory Tracking
Before setting up alerts, Shopify needs to track your inventory.
How to Enable Inventory Tracking:
1. Log in to your Shopify admin panel.
2. Go to Products > All Products.
3. Click on the product you want to track.
4. Scroll to the Inventory section.
5. Check the box Track quantity.
6. Enter the available stock quantity.
7. Click Save.
Repeat these steps for all products you want to track.
Step 2: Set Up Low Stock Alerts via Shopify Email Notifications
By default, Shopify doesn’t offer built-in low-stock alerts, but you can set them up using Shopify Flow (for Shopify Plus users) or third-party apps (for everyone else).
For Shopify Plus Users (Using Shopify Flow):
1. Go to Shopify Admin > Apps.
2. Open Shopify Flow (install it if you haven’t already).
3. Click Create Workflow.
4. Select "Inventory Quantity Changed" as the trigger.
5. Add a condition: If inventory is less than X (your threshold).
6. Choose an action: Send email notification to yourself or your supplier.
7. Click Save and activate the workflow.
Customizing Your Stock Threshold:
By default, the alert triggers when stock or your Shopify Inventory falls below 20 units, but you can change this to any level that works for your store.
1. Click on the condition that says "Product variant inventory quantity is less than or equal to 20."
2. Change the number to your desired stock threshold (e.g., 5 units).
3. Click Save.
Bonus Tip: Enable "Back in Stock" Alerts for Customers
If an item sells out, don’t lose potential customers—let them sign up for a “Back in Stock” notification.
How to Set Up Back in Stock Alerts:
1. Install an app like Back in Stock – Restock Alerts from the Shopify App Store.
2. Enable customer sign-ups for out-of-stock items.
3. The app will automatically notify customers when stock is replenished.
This keeps customers engaged and boosts sales as soon as products are available again!
Final Thoughts: Stay Ahead with Automated Inventory Tracking
By setting up inventory alerts in Shopify Flow, you’ll:
✔ Never miss a restocking opportunity
✔ Keep customers happy with in-stock products
✔ Save time with automated notifications
✔ Grow your revenue by avoiding stockouts
The best part? It’s free and easy to set up! 🚀
Need help setting up your Shopify inventory alerts? Contact us at hello@wearechain.co.uk for expert Shopify support.
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