Stocky Is Shutting Down: What Shopify Merchants Should Do Before August 31, 2026
Quick answer: Shopify's Stocky app is shutting down permanently on August 31, 2026. If you use Stocky for purchase orders, inventory forecasting, or stock management, you need to migrate before that date. Here's exactly what to do — and what to look for in a replacement.
What's Happening With Stocky?
Shopify removed Stocky from the App Store on February 2, 2026. The full shutdown happens August 31, 2026 — after that date, you'll lose all functionality. Shopify is offering read-only access for a short period after shutdown, but no new data will be tracked.
Key features Shopify already removed ahead of the shutdown:
- Inventory transfers (removed July 2025)
- Min/max forecasting (removed July 2025)
- Purchase order management (shutting down August 31)
If you've been relying on Stocky for any of these — especially purchase orders and reorder points — you're running out of time.
Why Shopify Killed Stocky
Shopify has been building out native inventory management directly into the core platform. The gap Stocky filled — simple, operator-friendly inventory management — is exactly what most small Shopify merchants still need. And Shopify's replacement doesn't adequately address it.
What You Need in a Stocky Replacement
- Purchase order creation — generate POs directly from low stock alerts
- Demand forecasting — suggest reorder quantities based on sales history
- Supplier management — track supplier lead times and order history
What small operators actually need:
- Simple weekly counts
- Par levels per item
- Clear reorder indicators — red/yellow/green
- Mobile-first
- Multi-location support
- Affordable — not $200/month for features you won't use
Your Stocky Migration Checklist
Step 1: Export Your Stocky Data Now
Export everything: product list, supplier list, historical purchase orders, and par levels. Supplier data and custom par levels won't transfer automatically to a new app.
Step 2: Document Your Par Levels
Your reorder points represent months or years of operational knowledge. Export or screenshot every par level before shutdown. Rebuilding from scratch is tedious — a spreadsheet saves hours.
Step 3: Choose Your Replacement Before July
Give yourself 4–6 weeks to run your new system in parallel with Stocky so you can catch any gaps before the hard cutoff.
Step 4: Import and Verify
Physically count your inventory and reconcile against your new system before going live.
The Stocky Shutdown Is Actually an Opportunity
Most Stocky users were using only 20–30% of its features. A focused weekly inventory system built for small operators is faster, simpler, and more actionable.
TrackItWeekly was built for this operator: independent retail, cafe, gym, boutique, food truck, salon. Weekly counts, par levels, mobile-first, multi-location. Try it free for 14 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my Stocky data after August 31?
Shopify says you'll have read-only access for a period after shutdown, but no timeline has been confirmed. Export your data now.
Will Shopify's native tools replace Stocky?
Partially. Stock levels and basic transfers yes — purchase order creation, supplier management, and demand forecasting, no.
What's the cheapest Stocky replacement?
If you primarily used Stocky for par levels and reorder alerts, a simple weekly inventory app is often under $50/month for single locations.
Can I export my Stocky purchase order history?
Yes — go to Purchase Orders → Export before August 31. Keep this file for your records even after migration.