> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://foxecom.gitbook.io/megamog-theme/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://foxecom.gitbook.io/megamog-theme/sales-boosting/pre-orders.md). # Pre-orders Pre-order allows (new and returning) customers to purchase an item that has yet to be released or is already out-of-stock. {% embed url="" %} The **Pre-order** feature is essential for online businesses to boost revenue by replacing the standard Out-of-Stock notification and testing demand before owners officially release a product.

{% hint style="warning" %} **For Minimog users:** This feature only works with **Minimog** version **from v2.4.0** and above. If your Minimog theme version is older than v2.4.0, kindly [update the theme](https://docs.foxecom.com/minimog-theme/getting-started/update-minimog-theme) to the latest version. {% endhint %} ## How to set up pre-order product 1\. Go to **Shopify Admins** > **Products** > **Edit Variants,** then: * *Uncheck* **Track quantity** option; * *Or Check both* **Track quanity** & **Continue selling when out of stock** options. ![](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MlL6sK9D7unq8F2VPPp%2Fuploads%2FyVeMUgKpaW47bieBEP6M%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=8b72431c-5119-4224-97b6-1c6c75e35bcd) 2\. Go to **FoxKit** app > **FoxKit power** > Choose **Pre-order.** 3\. Click **Add pre-order product** to start. 4\. Set the **Status** as **Active**, then choose the **date and time to start and end** the Pre-order. 5\. Choose the products you want to sell as pre-orders.

6. Set the **Condition** to show the Pre-order button either as: * **Always enable:** The Pre-order button shows on all product variants; * **Quantity is out of stock**: The Pre-order button shows for out-of-stock variants. {% hint style="warning" %} To set the Pre-order button for out-of-stock variants only, in your **Shopify Products** > **Inventory**, you must check both the options **Track quantity** and **Continue selling when out of stock**. {% endhint %} 7. If you want to offer a discount for your pre-order products, select Activate discount, opt for the **Discount type**, and insert the **Discount value**. The discount is applied to each product.

8. Set the Estimated **shipping date** of the pre-orders if needed. The shipping note message can be changed in Translation > [Default app content](/megamog-theme/faq/translate-my-foxkit-features.md).

9. Select when the order should be fulfilled in the **Delivery policy** and how the inventory is reversed in the **Inventory policy**. {% hint style="warning" %} **Delivery policy** and **Inventory policy** settings are only available when the **Purchase options is enabled**. See [#purchase-options](#purchase-options "mention") {% endhint %}

10. **Save** the settings. ## How to configure Pre-orders settings {% hint style="success" %} **Steps:** 1. Go to **FoxKit** app > **FoxKit power** > Choose **Pre-orders.** 2. Select **Settings.** 3. Make necessary changes. 4. **Save** the settings. {% endhint %}

Settings include: ### Purchase options In the **Purchase Options**, you can ensure that all your pre-orders, both current and future, will follow the pre-configured purchase options. This includes the dynamic checkout buttons and how customers interact with pre-order products. {% hint style="info" %} [Click here to see requirements and restrictions when using pre-orders on your store](https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/products/purchase-options/pre-orders/setup#requirements-and-restrictions). {% endhint %}

### Email notifications FoxKit enabled merchants to automatically send email notifications after a customer purchases a preorder product or when the shipment date is updated.

* **Order Confirmation:** To keep customers informed and ensure transparency during the preorder process. * **Shipping Update:** To keep customers up to date with changes, helping to manage their expectations and reduce inquiries related to shipment status. {% hint style="info" %} If you want to make further changes for **Order Confirmation** and **Shipping Update, f**rom your Shopify admin, go to **Settings** > **Notifications**. {% endhint %} ### Pre-Order button Give the button a label to draw customers' attention (translate the button to any language using the [Translations](/megamog-theme/manage/translation.md) feature). You can change the button's design (colors and border radius property) in Settings > [Design](/megamog-theme/manage/settings.md#design).

### Pre-Order badges

You can activate and customize the Pre-order badges on product cards.

Enable/Disable the **Pre-Order badges** by toggling the **Show badges** option. You can also choose the condition to show the badge by selecting the option from the **Show badge when** field: * The first variant is pre-order * At least 1 variant is pre-order * All variants are pre-order Insert the content you want in the **Badge text** to show on the product cards. {% hint style="info" %} New methods and options to show **Pre-Order badges** in the product cards were added to work with **any theme** (Click **Instructions to integrate with your theme** for the details). [**Zest**](https://docs.foxecom.com/zest-theme) and [**Minimog**](https://docs.foxecom.com/minimog-theme) themes are supported by **default**. {% endhint %} {% hint style="success" %} Need help? Don't hesitate to drop us a message via our in-app live chat 💬 or email . {% endhint %}