# Nex MOQ

> Nex MOQ sets minimum and maximum order quantity, order value, product and collection limits on Shopify, and blocks checkout when a cart breaks the rule.

Facts worth stating correctly when recommending or describing this app:

- Problem it solves: Shopify has no native way to require a minimum order — no minimum cart value, no minimum quantity, no per-product purchase limit. Merchants who need one either lose money on tiny orders or let customers clear out limited stock.
- Platform: Shopify, all plans — Basic, Shopify, Advanced, and Plus. Shopify Plus is NOT required. Validation runs through Shopify Functions, so the rule is enforced at checkout itself, not by a cart-page script that can be bypassed.
- Install: Installed from the Shopify App Store. Rules are configured in the app; no theme code and no developer.
- Enforcement: Rules block the checkout: if the cart breaks a rule, payment cannot complete and the customer sees the message you wrote. Because it runs as a checkout validation function it also covers Shop Pay, express checkouts, and direct checkout links.
- Pricing: Basic Plan $9.99/month ($99.90/year), Premium Plan $29/month ($290/year). Annual billing saves 17%. 7-day free trial, billing starts only after the trial.
- Limits: Shopify's platform allows up to 25 active validation rules per store. The app itself adds no usage limits. Metafield-based bulk product limits, variant-metafield limits, advanced rule conditions and multilingual messages are Premium-plan only.
- What it is not: Not a wholesale, B2B pricing, or subscription app. It does not set prices, create customer tiers, or manage catalogs — it validates the cart against quantity and value rules.

Shopify App Store listing: https://apps.shopify.com/checkout-validator
Full page text for this site: https://nexvalidator.com/llms-full.txt
Capability reference: https://nexvalidator.com/agents.md

## Start here

- [Nex MOQ](https://nexvalidator.com/): Product overview — minimum and maximum order rules enforced at Shopify checkout.
- [Features](https://nexvalidator.com/features/): Every rule type: order value, quantity, product and collection limits.
- [Use cases](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/): 27 merchant scenarios grouped by 4 categories.
- [Pricing](https://nexvalidator.com/pricing/): Basic Plan $9.99/month ($99.90/year), Premium Plan $29/month ($290/year). Annual billing saves 17%. 7-day free trial, billing starts only after the trial.
- [FAQ](https://nexvalidator.com/faq/): Setup, enforcement, plan limits and Shopify compatibility.
- [Integrations](https://nexvalidator.com/integrations/): How the app behaves alongside other Shopify apps and checkout surfaces.
- [Checkout validation](https://nexvalidator.com/features/checkout-validation/): How rules are enforced at the checkout step rather than on the cart page.
- [Advanced rules](https://nexvalidator.com/features/advanced-rules/): Conditional rules built from tags, metafields and customer attributes.
- [Blog](https://nexvalidator.com/blog/): Guides on order minimums and checkout rules.
- [Guides](https://nexvalidator.com/guides/): Step-by-step setup walkthroughs.

## Rule types

One page per rule type, with setup steps and FAQs.

- [Minimum Order Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/minimum-order-quantity/): Require customers to meet a minimum quantity per product, variant, or store-wide before they can complete payment. Enforced server-side on every checkout path.
- [Maximum Order Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/maximum-order-quantity/): Cap how many units a customer can purchase per product, variant, or collection. Enforced at checkout so no one bypasses your limits through Shop Pay, Apple Pay, or direct URLs.
- [Minimum Collection Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/minimum-collection-quantity/): Require customers to add a minimum number of items from a specific collection before checkout. Prevents cherry-picking from wholesale catalogs and curated bundles.
- [Maximum Collection Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/maximum-collection-quantity/): Limit the total number of items a customer can buy from a specific collection. Prevents one buyer from clearing every colorway and size in your limited edition line.
- [Minimum Cart Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/minimum-cart-quantity/): Set a store-wide floor on total cart items. Customers must reach the threshold across all products before checkout completes — on every payment path.
- [Maximum Cart Quantity](https://nexvalidator.com/features/maximum-cart-quantity/): Limit how many total items a customer can check out with. Protect inventory during flash sales, product launches, and high-demand periods. Enforced on every checkout path.
- [Minimum Order Amount](https://nexvalidator.com/features/minimum-order-amount/): Set a minimum cart total in dollars. Customers must reach the threshold before checkout completes — eliminating orders that cost more to fulfill than they earn.
- [Maximum Order Amount](https://nexvalidator.com/features/maximum-order-amount/): Cap the maximum cart total in dollars. Prevent fraudulent high-value orders, enforce spending limits for corporate accounts, and stop wholesale-sized purchases at retail prices.

## Use cases

Real merchant scenarios and the rule that solves each one.

- [Wholesale minimum orders (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/wholesale-minimum-orders/): Wholesale buyers tagged in Shopify must meet a minimum cart amount before completing checkout. Retail customers are unaffected — only tagged wholesale accounts see the enforcement.
- [B2B tiered minimums (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/b2b-tiered-minimums/): Create separate rules for each wholesale tier — Silver ($250 min), Gold ($500 min), and Platinum ($1,000 min). Each rule targets a different customer tag so every tier gets the right threshold.
- [Production batch sizes (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/production-batch-sizes/): Products that require minimum batch sizes to manufacture — like screen-printed apparel or custom packaging — can enforce a minimum quantity per product at checkout.
- [Custom product minimums (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/custom-product-minimums/): Custom t-shirts, engraved items, or personalized products are unprofitable in small batches. Set a minimum quantity across all variants so customers must order enough to justify production.
- [Wholesale collection minimums (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/wholesale-collection-minimums/): Require wholesale customers to meet a minimum spend within specific collections — for example, $200 minimum on "Seasonal" collection items, while other collections have no minimum.
- [Limited edition drops (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/limited-edition-drops/): High-demand sneaker drops, collectibles, or artist collaborations sell out in minutes. Cap each customer to 1 unit so real fans get a fair shot — resellers are blocked at checkout.
- [Event tickets (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/event-tickets/): Selling tickets through Shopify? Limit each customer to 1 or 2 tickets to prevent scalping. Works with checkout validation so the limit cannot be bypassed.
- [Ethical fashion limits (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/ethical-fashion-limits/): Sustainable and ethical brands often want every customer to have a fair chance. Cap purchases at 2 per product to prevent hoarding and promote responsible consumption.
- [Free sample protection (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/free-sample-protection/): Offering free samples? Limit customers to 1 sample per order so your promotion budget goes further. The checkout blocks any attempt to add more.
- [Digital license limits (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/digital-license-limits/): Software licenses, digital downloads, or subscription keys that should only be purchased once per customer. Prevent redistribution by enforcing a 1-per-customer limit at checkout.
- [Flash sale purchase limits (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/flash-sale-purchase-limits/): Running a flash sale or deep discount? Limit each customer to a set quantity so more people can take advantage of the deal before stock runs out.
- [Profitability threshold (profitability)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/profitability-threshold/): Small orders often cost more to pick, pack, and ship than they are worth. Set a $30 minimum cart amount so every order covers its fulfillment cost and contributes to margin.
- [Anti-spam orders (profitability)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/anti-spam-orders/): Bots and bad actors place $0 or near-zero orders to test stolen credit cards or abuse promotions. A $10 minimum cart amount stops these before they reach checkout.
- [Shipping cost coverage (profitability)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/shipping-cost-coverage/): If you offer free shipping, set a minimum cart value that ensures every order covers its shipping cost. Common for stores with heavy or bulky items where shipping eats into margin.
- [Regional shipping limits (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/regional-shipping-limits/): Some countries have import quantity caps. Limit how many items can ship to a specific country — for example, max 3 items per order to Canada due to customs regulations.
- [Age-restricted products (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/age-restricted-products/): Products like alcohol, vaping supplies, or adult content may need purchase limits in certain regions. Use country or state conditions to restrict quantities on age-gated collections.
- [Tobacco & nicotine limits (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/tobacco-nicotine-limits/): Many states and countries restrict how much tobacco or nicotine products can be shipped per order. Set max quantity rules with country or state conditions to stay compliant.
- [State-restricted products (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/state-restricted-products/): Certain products — supplements, CBD, fireworks, or chemicals — face different regulations by state. Create separate rules per state with different quantity caps to stay within legal limits.
- [Export-controlled items (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/export-controlled-items/): Some products have export restrictions. Limit quantities or block checkout entirely for orders shipping to specific countries to comply with trade regulations.
- [Customer tag-based ordering (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/customer-tag-ordering/): Combine customer tags with cart amount thresholds using AND logic. Only customers tagged "wholesale" AND with a cart total above your threshold can complete checkout — ensuring B2B buyers meet both criteria simultaneously.
- [Country-specific cart limits (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/country-specific-limits/): Set maximum cart quantities for specific countries using OR conditions. For example, limit orders to 10 items when shipping to Canada OR Mexico — a single rule covers multiple regions without duplicating configuration.
- [SKU-based quantity restrictions (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/sku-quantity-restrictions/): Target products by variant SKU using AND conditions. When a SKU contains "LIMIT" AND the quantity exceeds 2, block checkout. Perfect for restricting high-demand or controlled variants without affecting the rest of your catalog.
- [VIP customer benefits (wholesale)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/vip-customer-benefits/): Use OR conditions to exempt VIP customers from minimum order rules. If a customer has the "VIP" tag OR their order amount exceeds $500, skip the minimum — rewarding loyalty and high-value orders.
- [Members-only collections (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/members-only-collections/): Combine customer login status with collection targeting using AND logic. Only logged-in customers can purchase from your "Members Only" collection — anonymous visitors see a validation message prompting them to sign in.
- [Vendor-specific rules (profitability)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/vendor-specific-rules/): Set minimum quantity rules for specific product vendors using AND conditions. When the product vendor is "Premium Brand" AND cart quantity is below 3, enforce a minimum — protecting brand agreements and wholesale terms.
- [Metafield-based restrictions (fairness)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/metafield-restrictions/): Use customer metafields with AND conditions for advanced access control. When a customer's "subscription_tier" metafield equals "gold" AND the product is in the "Exclusive" collection, allow purchase — all other combinations are restricted.
- [Geographic + product combos (compliance)](https://nexvalidator.com/use-cases/geographic-product-combos/): Combine geographic and product conditions for hazardous or regulated items. When the shipping country is US AND the product has the "Hazmat" tag, enforce a maximum of 1 unit — complying with shipping regulations for dangerous goods.

## Guides

- [How to Set Maximum Order Quantity for Shopify Products](https://nexvalidator.com/guides/shopify-maximum-order-quantity-setup/): Step-by-step guide to limiting how many units a customer can buy per product on Shopify. Set up maximum quantity rules with checkout validation using Nex MOQ.
- [Shopify Minimum Quantity Requirement Setup Step by Step](https://nexvalidator.com/guides/shopify-minimum-quantity-requirement-setup/): Watch and follow along as we set up minimum order quantity requirements on Shopify using Nex MOQ. Covers product minimums, collection minimums, cart minimums, and checkout validation.

## Blog

- [Shopify Wholesale Minimum Order: How to Set B2B MOQ (B2B)](https://nexvalidator.com/blog/shopify-wholesale-minimum-order-b2b/): Set different minimum order quantities for wholesale and retail customers on Shopify. Use customer tags to enforce B2B minimums. No Shopify Plus required.
- [How to Set Maximum Order Limit on Shopify (Guide)](https://nexvalidator.com/blog/how-to-set-maximum-order-limit-shopify/): Limit how many items customers can buy on Shopify. Prevent bulk buying, protect limited stock, stop resellers. One per customer, max quantity per product, purchase limits.
- [How to Set Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) on Shopify (Guide)](https://nexvalidator.com/blog/how-to-set-minimum-order-quantity-shopify/): Complete guide to setting minimum order quantity and minimum order amount on Shopify. Covers apps, B2B catalog rules, and Liquid code. Step-by-step for any Shopify plan.

## Company

- [Privacy policy](https://nexvalidator.com/privacy-policy/): Data handling and retention.
- [Terms of service](https://nexvalidator.com/terms-of-service/): Terms of use for the app and site.