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Workflow Trigger: Shopify Order Fulfilled

The Shopify Order Fulfilled workflow trigger adds a contact to a workflow when an order is marked as fulfilled in Shopify.

Updated over 2 months ago

Who This Is For / When to Use

This trigger is for users with a connected Shopify store who want to automate actions after an order has been shipped.

Use this trigger when you want to:

  • Send shipping or fulfillment confirmation emails

  • Thank customers after delivery

  • Trigger post-purchase follow-ups

  • Segment high-value customers

  • Notify internal teams when fulfillment occurs

What the Shopify Order Fulfilled Trigger Does

The Shopify Order Fulfilled trigger runs when Shopify marks an order as fulfilled.

When the trigger fires:

  • The associated contact is added to the workflow

  • Workflow actions execute immediately

  • Filters determine which fulfilled orders qualify

This trigger fires only after fulfillment, not when an order is placed.

Requirements Before Using This Trigger

The following conditions must be met:

  • A Shopify store must be connected to the account

  • The order must be marked as fulfilled in Shopify

  • The workflow must be published

If Shopify is not connected, this trigger will not be available.

Step 1: Create or Open a Workflow

  1. Go to Automations & Workflows > Workflows

  2. Click Create Workflow or open an existing workflow

  3. Enter the workflow builder

Step 2: Add a New Workflow Trigger

In the workflow canvas, click Add New Trigger

This opens the trigger selection panel on the right.

Step 3: Select the Shopify Order Fulfilled Trigger

  1. Use the search bar and type Shopify

  2. Expand the Ecommerce Stores section

  3. Select Shopify Order Fulfilled

The Trigger Setup panel opens automatically.

Step 4: Configure Trigger Settings

Each option below works independently and can be quoted on its own.

Workflow Trigger Name (Optional)

  • Changes only the display name inside the workflow builder

  • Does not affect trigger behavior

Add Filters (Optional)

Click Add filters to control when the trigger fires.

You can choose between Standard Fields and Custom Fields.

Standard Field: Cart Value

The Cart Value filter lets you target fulfilled orders by total value.

Available operators include:

  • Equals to

  • Greater than

  • Greater than or equal to

  • Less than

  • Is empty / Is not empty

Example use case:

  • Trigger only when Cart Value > 100

Custom Field Filters (Optional)

Custom Fields allow you to use store-specific or operational data.

Examples:

  • Shipping status fields

  • Internal fulfillment notes

  • Custom order identifiers

Custom Fields must already exist in the account.

Save the Trigger

Click Save Trigger to apply the trigger configuration

The trigger is now active in the workflow.

Step 5: Save, Test, and Publish the Workflow

  1. Click Save in the top-right corner

  2. Toggle Publish to enable the workflow

  3. Click Test Workflow to confirm expected behavior

Once published, the workflow runs automatically on fulfillment events.

Example Use Case: High-Value Order Follow-Up

Scenario:
A business wants to recognize customers who place large orders.

Configuration:

  • Trigger: Shopify Order Fulfilled

  • Filter: Cart Value > $100

Actions:

  • Send a personalized thank-you email

  • Tag the contact as a VIP customer

  • Create a follow-up task for the sales team

  • Send a discount offer for a future purchase

This setup helps build loyalty and encourage repeat sales.

Common Issues and Fixes

The trigger does not fire

  • Confirm the order is marked as fulfilled, not just placed

  • Verify Shopify is connected

  • Ensure the workflow is published

The trigger fires for all orders

  • Add a Cart Value or Custom Field filter

  • Confirm filter operators and values are correct

FAQ

What does the Shopify Order Fulfilled trigger do?

It starts a workflow when an order is marked as fulfilled in Shopify.

When does this trigger fire?

It fires immediately after Shopify marks the order as fulfilled.

Can I filter by order value?

Yes. Use the Cart Value standard field filter.

Can I use Custom Fields with this trigger?

Yes. Custom Fields allow additional control based on your store’s data.

Can this trigger send shipping confirmation emails?

Yes. You can add email or SMS actions to send shipping confirmations or follow-ups.

Does this trigger work if Shopify is not connected?

No. A connected Shopify integration is required.

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