Essential Loyalty Program & Rewards turns first-time shoppers into lifelong fans! With customizable points, rewards program, referral program (points for referrals), VIP tiers, you can easily create a loyalty program with endless possibilities! Keep customers engaged, boost sales, and make loyalty fun with gamified rewards and exclusive perks. Essential Loyalty & Rewards makes it easy to build lasting customer relationships and grow your brand. Loyalty in product & cart pages, POS rewards.
Is there a free plan, or do I have to pay to get started?
Yes, Essent Loyalty offers a permanently free plan that covers up to 200 loyalty program orders and includes all core features: points programs, VIP tiers, referral program, discounts, free shipping and free product rewards, and the loyalty widget. Paid plans start at $24/month (up to 600 orders) and $79/month (unlimited orders), both with a 14-day free trial. The developer's site also advertises a 30-day money-back guarantee on paid plans.
How long does setup take — can I do it without a developer?
Multiple merchants report the setup process is straightforward and self-serve, with one reviewer noting they "had everything up and running with zero issues" and another saying it is "very user-friendly and understandable to be able to set up on your own." No coding or developer involvement is required to launch the core loyalty program.
Does it integrate with my email marketing tools like Klaviyo or Omnisend?
Yes. The app natively integrates with Klaviyo: Email Marketing & SMS and Omnisend Email Marketing & SMS, as listed on the Shopify App Store. It also works with Shopify Customer Accounts, Shopify Admin, and Shopify POS for in-store loyalty.
What do other merchants say about the support team?
Merchant sentiment is overwhelmingly positive — the app holds a 5.0 rating across 400+ reviews, with 98% being 5-star. Reviewers consistently highlight support that is "quick and professional," responsive on weekends, and proactive in resolving issues. The Shopify Magic summary notes the support team is "highlighted for their quick and helpful service."
Will this app slow down my store or conflict with my theme?
Essent Loyalty is a "Built for Shopify" certified app, meaning it meets Shopify's highest standards for performance, design, and integration. Merchants report it "integrates cleanly with our theme" without disrupting the shopping experience, and no performance complaints appear in the public reviews.
What types of rewards and program structures can I offer my customers?
The app supports a wide range of reward types including points, discounts, free shipping, free products, exclusive access, and membership perks. Program structures include points-based rewards, VIP tiers, referral programs, gamified rewards, and custom programs — all fully customizable to match your brand.
Does it work for international or multilingual stores?
Yes. The app supports multi-language translation and is available in 9 languages: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), and Portuguese (Portugal). The developer also highlights seamless multi-language integration for connecting with customers worldwide in their preferred language.
