There are two methods by which collections can be integrated with Tagalys: either through the Shopify server-side or by using Tagalys APIs. Kindly refer to the table below that outlines the differences between these two approaches.
|
Capabilities |
Shopify Server Side integration |
Tagalys APIs integration |
|
Merchandising using segments |
Not possible |
Available mid-2025 |
|
Merchandising collections using Shopify Markets |
Not possible |
Available mid-2025 |
|
Management of Collections filters and sort options |
Managed on the Shopify Search and Discovery app |
Managed on Tagalys |
|
Creating filters using Tags with prefixes (eg: Colour: Red) |
Not possible |
Possible |
|
Filters support for Collections with more than 5000 products |
Not possible |
Possible |
|
Pagination options |
Previous/Next and Infinite scrolling |
Pagination links (i.e, pages 1,2,3..9), Previous/Next, and Infinite scrolling |
The rest of the capabilities are common across both methods of integration.
Please note that implementing the Tagalys APIs integration will require integration efforts from your development team. In contrast, if you choose the Shopify server-side integration method, you can activate collections with Tagalys within 24 to 48 hours after installing the app, assuming your store is using a Shopify native theme without any customizations.