Add upsells in the cart near the free shipping threshold

Idea byDave DiederenSyntra Labs

Commentary byLiftArchiveOur analysis, not theirs

Show upsell products in the cart when shoppers are close to free shipping so they add items to qualify, raising AOV.

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