A lock icon on the checkout button
A small lock on the checkout button signals a secure step. It costs nothing and reassures shoppers at the moment of paying.
1 min read
Area
CRO & UX
Severity
Low
Fix effort
Small
Stores failing
Not enough data
A small padlock beside the checkout button signals that the next step is secure. It is a tiny cue that reassures shoppers about to enter payment details. This check looks for a lock icon on the cart checkout button.
Why it matters
Trust cues matter most at the moment of paying. The icon does not make a store secure, but shoppers read it as a sign that you thought about it.
What the audit looks at
The audit reads the checkout button in the cart for a lock or secure icon.
What usually causes it
- A theme button with text only
- Icons removed during restyling
- A cart drawer with a different button style
- An app that replaces the button
How to fix it
Add a lock or secure icon to the checkout button. The effort is small, usually a setting or a paste and under 30 minutes.
- A small padlock beside "Checkout" is a cheap trust cue at the moment of payment.
On Shopify
- Add a lock icon to the checkout button in the cart section under Edit code, or use a theme setting if it has one.
On WooCommerce
- Add a padlock icon to the proceed to checkout button with CSS in your child theme.
How to check it yourself
- Look at the checkout button in the cart and the mini-cart.
- Zoom in to check the icon renders.
- Test on mobile.
Frequently asked questions
Is the icon necessary?
No. It is a small trust cue, best combined with payment badges and clear policies.
Does it need a lock for accessibility?
Add a text label for screen readers.
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