Setup
- Personalizer text field → Pricing tab
- Free chars: 10
- Per-char after free: $0.50
- Max chars: 30
Cart Transform calculates fee at checkout.
Common patterns
- Jewelry: 10 free, $1/char after (compact surfaces)
- Mugs: 20 free, $0.25/char after (larger surface)
- Cutting boards: 40 free, $0.10/char after
Show cost in real time
Live counter next to text input: 'Chars: 15 / 30 (Fee: +$2.50)'. Customer sees fee as they type.
Tax treatment
Fees inherit product tax rate. Shopify Tax handles automatically.
Frequently asked questions
How to set per-character pricing on Shopify?
Cart Transform via personalizer app. Text field → Pricing tab → per-character. Print It My Way Basic supports.
Standard per-character fee?
$0.10-$1.00 per char depending on product (small surface = higher fee).
How many free chars typical?
10 for jewelry, 20 for mugs, 40+ for large surfaces (cutting boards, doormats).
Show fee live as customer types?
Yes on modern apps. Live counter + fee display.
Does per-character fee include tax?
Fee inherits product tax rate. Shopify Tax handles automatically.
Can I set tiered per-character?
Yes — 10 free, $0.50 for 11-20, $1.00 for 21-30. Advanced Cart Transform rules.
How does per-character affect POD partner?
POD partner receives final print file at customer's exact text length. No pricing impact on their end.
Alternative to per-character?
Tiered — flat fee for short (0-10 chars) + higher flat for long (11-30). Simpler for customer.
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