Stocky Deprecation Alert: Smarter Inventory Solutions for Shopify Stores

If you’ve been using Stocky to manage your inventory, chances are it has played a steady role in your daily operations helping you shuffle stock between locations, forecast what to reorder, and generally keep things running smoothly.

But now, big changes have come.

Starting July 7th, Stocky sunsetted two key features: inventory transfers and min/max inventory level forecasting. For merchants juggling multiple locations or planning stock with precision, this could throw a wrench in your workflow.

Don’t worry, this isn’t a dead end. It’s a signal to level up your tools and processes. Let’s walk you through what’s changing, what to expect, and how to make sure your inventory system stays sharp and stress-free.

What’s Changed in Stocky and When It Took Effect

As of July 7th, 2025, Shopify has officially deprecated two core features in the Stocky app:

• Inventory Transfers: You’ll no longer be able to create or manage transfers between your locations from within Stocky.
• Min/Max Level Forecasting: The ability to set minimum and maximum thresholds to automate replenishment planning is also being retired.

If you’ve relied on these tools to move stock between warehouses or trigger purchase orders when inventory runs low, this is more than a small tweak. It’s a fundamental shift in how Shopify wants merchants to handle their inventory processes.

Shopify is moving some transfer functionality into the Shopify Admin, where you’ll find basic features like shipment receiving and barcode scanning.

However, intelligent forecasting and min/max logic won’t be part of the transition.

This shift is part of Shopify’s evolving POS and operations ecosystem, but it also creates real friction for merchants who’ve built their stock management around Stocky’s original features.

Now is the time to reassess how you handle transfers, replenishments, and forecasting and whether your current tools are built for where your business is headed.

Why These Features Mattered to Shopify Merchants

Stocky’s inventory transfers and min/max forecasting features have become essential for many Shopify merchants. Let’s break it down.

Smooth Multi-Location Transfers

For merchants managing inventory across warehouses or stores, Stocky's transfer feature was a time-saver. It enabled quick and accurate stock movement between locations, no messy spreadsheets, no second-guessing.

Better Control Over Restocking

Min/max inventory levels gave merchants a simple but effective way to automate reordering. By defining thresholds, they could avoid stockouts and prevent overbuying, crucial for maintaining cash flow and customer satisfaction.

Time Saved on Manual Tasks

These tools eliminated repetitive, error-prone tasks. Instead of manually checking stock and drafting POs, merchants got smart suggestions and automated alerts that helped them stay ahead.

Consistent Operational Flow

Together, transfers and forecasting helped maintain a steady inventory rhythm. From purchasing to fulfillment, these features supported seamless backend operations, something many merchants came to rely on daily.

Shopify Admin Transfers: What You Get and What’s Missing

With Stocky sunsetting its transfer feature, Shopify has shifted basic inventory transfer capabilities to the Shopify Admin. On the surface, this might seem like a smooth handoff, but the experience and functionality are notably different.

What You Get: Basic Transfer Tools

Shopify Admin now lets merchants create and manage transfers between locations. A few helpful features include:

• Multiple shipments per transfer: You can partially fulfill and receive shipments in stages.
• Barcode scanning support: Scan products using your mobile camera or scanner to add and receive inventory.
• CSV import for bulk uploads: Upload line items faster without manual entry.

For simple transfer needs, these updates do offer a foundation, especially for merchants running one or two locations.

But Here’s What’s Missing

While functional, the Admin transfer system lacks many of the operational tools merchants relied on in Stocky:

• No automated replenishment logic: You can’t trigger transfers based on low-stock or demand.
• No min/max forecasting integration: Transfers don’t work in tandem with smart restocking thresholds.
• No barcode label generation: You’ll need an entirely separate app to print or manage barcodes.
• Limited error handling: Transfers with issues (like negative stock or deleted items) can’t be migrated, and there’s no built-in resolution workflow.

The Result? More Manual Work

Shopify Admin’s version of transfers is a stripped-down solution.

It helps with the basics but doesn’t solve the bigger operational challenges that growing merchants face, like planning, forecasting, and managing multi-location demand.

For that, you’ll need a more advanced system explicitly built for inventory efficiency.

How Sumtracker Helps You Adapt and Thrive

At Sumtracker, we understand that losing Stocky's inventory transfers and forecasting isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a gap that can slow down your business.

That’s why we’ve built tools designed to not just replace what you’re losing, but help you run even better than before.

1. Real-Time, Multi-Location Transfers

Easily create and manage transfers between warehouses, stores, or fulfillment centers. Track what's sent, what’s received, and what’s pending all in real-time. No delays, no confusion, and no spreadsheets.

2. Smarter Restocking with Built-In Forecasting

Say goodbye to static min/max levels. Sumtracker uses sales velocity, supplier lead times, and stock history to give you intelligent, timely restock suggestions. You’ll always know what to reorder and when.

3. Accurate Sync Across Channels

We sync your inventory across Shopify, Amazon, Etsy, eBay, and more instantly. Whether you're selling in one location or five, your stock levels stay up to date everywhere, reducing overselling and backorders.

4. Simple, Mobile-Optimized Interface

You don’t need a desktop to stay on top of your inventory. Sumtracker works seamlessly on mobile browsers, so your team can create transfers, receive stock, and check inventory on the go.

5. Actionable Insights That Drive Growth

From low-stock alerts to detailed inventory movement reports, we give you clarity on what’s working and what’s not. Make faster, smarter decisions without digging through data.

Conclusion

Stocky’s deprecation of inventory transfers and min/max forecasting is a clear turning point for Shopify merchants.

What was once a dependable tool is now stepping back, and that leaves a gap, not just in functionality, but in your ability to scale operations with confidence.

It’s not a setback but an opportunity for you, as you don’t have to settle for “just enough” with Shopify Admin.

Sumtracker gives you the tools to move faster, restock smarter, and stay in sync across every sales channel and location. From real-time transfers to intelligent forecasting and mobile-first workflows, it’s designed to help your team work efficiently, not reactively.

So if you’re feeling the pressure from Stocky’s sunset, take it as your sign to level up. Let this be the moment you upgrade to a system that’s ready for where your busine ss is going, not just where it’s been.

Ready to make the switch?

Try Sumtracker today and move your inventory forward.

FAQS

Why has Stocky removed inventory transfers and min/max forecasting?

Shopify deprecated these features to consolidate certain inventory functions into the Shopify Admin. However, core tools like automated replenishment and forecasting are not being replaced, creating a gap for merchants.

What happens to my existing transfer data in Stocky?

You’ll still be able to view your historical transfer records in Stocky until June 30, 2025, but no new transfers can be created within the app.

What are the limitations of Shopify Admin transfers compared to Stocky?

Shopify Admin supports basic transfer creation, barcode scanning, and CSV imports but lacks automated replenishment logic, forecasting, and barcode label printing, all of which Stocky previously offered.

Does Shopify offer an alternative for inventory forecasting?

No. Shopify Admin does not include inventory forecasting or min/max level automation. You’ll need a third-party tool like Sumtracker to maintain smart restocking workflows.

How does Sumtracker help replace what’s being removed in Stocky?

Sumtracker offers real-time inventory transfers, adaptive restock forecasting, multi-location sync, and mobile-friendly workflows, making it a complete replacement and upgrade over Stocky's retiring features.