Shopware is gearing up to launch version 6.7 on May 14, 2025 — a release that promises major improvements and new features. This isn’t just another version update. Shopware 6.7 brings major improvements that can make your online store more accessible, faster, and easier to manage. Let’s break down what’s new and why you should consider upgrading.
What’s So Special About Shopware 6.7?
This version comes with important changes that affect both how your store works and how your customers experience it. Two main reasons to upgrade:
1. It Helps You Follow the New Accessibility Law (EAA)
On June 28, 2025, the European Accessibility Act (EAA) will be enforced throughout the EU. This law says online stores must be accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. That means your website should work well with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive tools.
Shopware 6.7 helps your store meet these rules. The update includes features and changes to make your storefront more accessible by default. But if you’re using a custom theme or have custom features, you might still need to tweak things manually.
2. It Makes Your Store Faster and Easier to Develop
Shopware 6.7 isn’t just about following rules it’s also about making your store better behind the scenes. Here are the key tech upgrades:
- Faster Frontend Builds: Shopware now uses Vite instead of Webpack. That’s a fancy way of saying developers can build and update your store’s design much faster.
- Updated JavaScript Framework: It now supports Vue 3 (the latest version of the framework used to build Shopware’s frontend). It also switches from Vuex to Pinia for better state management basically, that means smoother performance and cleaner code.
- Improved Caching System: Shopware has reworked its caching system. It now delays cache clearing by default, so your store runs faster and handles more users better.
When Is Shopware 6.7 Coming Out?
- Release Candidate 1 (RC1): March 24, 2025
- Release Candidate 2 (RC2): April 8, 2025
- Final Version (Stable): May 14, 2025
If you want to test your store on the new version, you can try the Release Candidate now. It’s not the final version, but close enough to test compatibility.
What You Should Do Before Updating
Upgrading to a new version is exciting — and a bit of preparation can make all the difference! Here’s what you should do to get ready for Shopware 6.7:
1. Test Your Store with the New Version
Before you upgrade your live store, install Shopware 6.7 on a test site. This helps you spot any issues early without affecting real customers.
2. Check Your Extensions
Some third-party extensions might not work with 6.7 yet. Use Shopware’s built-in tools to check compatibility and update your extensions as needed.
3. Back Up Everything
Always, always make a backup before upgrading. If something goes wrong, you can easily restore your store to its previous version.
4. Review Your Custom Themes
If you’ve built your own theme or made a lot of custom changes, make sure it still works with the new Shopware setup, especially for accessibility.
Need Help? You’re Not Alone
Shopware knows this is a big change, and they’ve got resources to help:
- Join the community on Slack in the
#feedback-release-6_7channel. - Ask for help or share feedback on GitHub.
- Read the official update guide here.
- Get in touch — we’re here to upgrade or configure your Shopware store to perfection.
Final Thoughts
Shopware 6.7 is a big step forward. It helps your store stay legal, modern, and user-friendly. While some work might be involved, the benefits are worth it, especially with the EAA deadline just around the corner.
If you run a Shopware store, now’s the time to start preparing. Test, tweak, and update so that by May 14, you’re ready to roll with the new and improved Shopware 6.7.
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