Changelog
What's new
All the latest updates, improvements, and fixes to Gift Card Hero.
Subscribe to updatesMultistore network sync
Connect multiple Shopify stores into a unified gift card network. One card, shared balance, real-time sync across all your locations.
- AddedMultistore network dashboard with real-time sync status and cross-store analytics
- AddedCross-store gift card redemption -- cards purchased in one store work at every connected store
- AddedPer-store redemption rules with collection restrictions and cart minimums
- AddedOne-click store linking via the Network tab -- no API keys required
- AddedStore credit sharing across the entire network
- ImprovedPOS extension now shows network-wide balance and issuing store for shared cards
Loyalty Engine beta
The most requested feature is here. Build a points-based loyalty program that connects directly to your gift card and store credit system.
- AddedPoints-based loyalty program with configurable earn rates and minimum thresholds
- AddedVIP tier system with custom names, point ranges, and per-tier benefits
- AddedAutomated reward triggers for signup, birthday, and milestone purchases
- AddedCustomer-facing loyalty dashboard embedded in storefront account pages
- ImprovedShopify Flow integration now supports loyalty triggers and reward actions
Apple Wallet support
Customers can add gift cards and store credit to Apple Wallet for instant balance access at checkout.
- AddedApple Wallet pass generation for gift cards and store credit balances
- AddedReal-time balance updates pushed to the Wallet pass after every transaction
- AddedBranded pass design with store logo, barcode, and current balance display
- ImprovedStore credit issuance email now includes an Add to Apple Wallet button
- FixedGift card notification emails no longer truncate long recipient names
Shopify Flow integration
Automate gift card workflows with native Shopify Flow triggers and actions. Build complex automations without writing code.
- AddedEight new Shopify Flow triggers including card created, redeemed, reloaded, and expired
- AddedFlow actions to create gift cards, adjust balances, and send notification emails
- ImprovedWebhook payloads now include full gift card metadata for richer automation logic
- FixedScheduled delivery jobs that fell on DST transition dates now fire at the correct local time
Bulk import improvements
Faster, more reliable bulk operations for merchants managing large gift card catalogs.
- ImprovedCSV import processing speed increased by 4x for files with over 10,000 rows
- ImprovedImport validation now shows all errors upfront instead of failing on the first row
- AddedNew bulk update endpoint to adjust balances and expiration dates across multiple cards
- FixedCSV export no longer omits cards with zero balance when the include-all filter is active
- FixedDuplicate detection during import now correctly handles codes with mixed letter casing
Store credit enhancements
More control over how store credit is issued, tracked, and communicated to customers.
- AddedConfigurable default expiration periods per store credit type with optional override per issuance
- AddedExpiration reminder emails sent automatically 30, 14, and 7 days before credit expires
- ImprovedBalance adjustment history now displays the staff member name and reason for each change
- FixedStore credit issued via POS now correctly applies the configured expiration date
POS reload support
Customers and staff can now reload gift card balances directly from the Shopify POS terminal.
- AddedGift card reload flow in Shopify POS with custom amount input and payment capture
- AddedPOS balance check now displays full transaction history for the scanned card
- ImprovedPOS extension load time reduced by 60 percent with optimized data fetching
- FixedBarcode scanner on POS now recognizes gift card codes that start with a numeric character
- FixedOffline POS transactions now sync correctly when the device reconnects to the network
Multi-language support
Gift card pages, emails, and receipts are now available in over 25 languages to serve your global customer base.
- AddedLocalized gift card purchase pages, email templates, and receipt content in 25+ languages
- AddedAutomatic language detection based on the customer's browser or Shopify market settings
- ImprovedEmail templates now support right-to-left languages including Arabic and Hebrew
- FixedCurrency formatting on gift card pages now respects the locale-specific decimal and thousands separators
Major platform redesign
A complete overhaul of the Gift Card Hero dashboard, admin experience, and merchant-facing analytics.
- AddedRedesigned admin dashboard with unified overview of gift cards, store credit, and revenue metrics
- AddedNew analytics module with sales trends, redemption rates, overspend tracking, and exportable reports
- ImprovedNavigation restructured around three core modules: Gift Cards, Store Credit, and Integrations
- ImprovedPage load times across the admin reduced by an average of 45 percent
- FixedSession timeout no longer causes unsaved gift card design changes to be lost
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