K: Vacation Mode is the #54 ranked banner app on Shopify, with a 5.0 average rating from 3 reviews, with a free plan available, as of Sep 7, 2026.
K: Vacation Mode is a Shopify App Store app by Kaktus, launched October 2025. With a rating of 5.0★ from 3 reviews, it currently ranks #54 in the Banner category.
AppRanks data: K: Vacation Mode ranks #54 in Banner on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 12% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live marketplace data — refreshed daily
K: Vacation Mode is a category-leading Shopify app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Banner category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 3 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. The free tier lets you trial the entry feature set without committing a payment method. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical Shopify App Store listing.
Pros
- +High average rating (5.0★) signals consistent merchant satisfaction
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by Kaktus — established developer track record
Cons
- −Limited review base (3) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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About K: Vacation Mode
How K: Vacation Mode works
Easily enable vacation mode on your store with customizable alerts, banners, or popups. Keep customers informed with a vacation mode bar or full-page notice. Add custom messages, and auto-activation schedules to manage downtime. Perfect for stores needing seasonal breaks, product restocks, or temporary closures. Set up in minutes, mobile-friendly, and no coding required. Vacation Mode helps you maintain trust, prevent unwanted orders, and preserve your SEO rankings - all while you enjoy a break.
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Key features
- Add a banner to notify visitors of vacation plans or slower service times.
- Show a clear note to set delivery expectations during your break.
- Keep all site pages live, protecting your search rankings and visibility.
- Customize design, colors, and text to match your store brand.
- Focus on your break while the app handles customers informing.
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- AI AnalyticsUtilize AI-driven analytics tools for actionable insights and reporting.
- Store AnnouncementsDisplay important announcements to your customers on your storefront.
- Banner PositioningDefine specific positions for banners to optimize user engagement.
- Promotional BannersDesign and display eye-catching banners to promote your products or services.
- Campaign TargetingTarget specific audiences with tailored marketing campaigns for better results.
- Custom BackgroundsEnhance your store's appearance with personalized background images.
- Custom CampaignsCreate tailored marketing campaigns to engage your audience effectively.
- Custom CSS StylingApply custom CSS to personalize the look and feel of your store.
- Custom FontsUse and manage custom fonts to enhance your design.
- EditorUtilize a powerful editor for modifying and enhancing your content.
- Font and Color CustomizationCustomize the font style and color to match your brand identity.
- Knowledgeable SupportAccess support from experienced representatives with in-depth knowledge.
- Links And ButtonsAdd clickable links and buttons to enhance user engagement on your site.
- Mobile Responsive DesignEnsure your site is mobile-friendly and adapts to all devices.
- Notification ManagementSend and manage notifications to keep users informed.
- OpenAI IntegrationUtilize OpenAI's technology for innovative solutions in your projects.
- Custom Pop-UpsCreate targeted pop-ups for promotions, reviews, and discounts to engage visitors.
- Real-Time AnalyticsAnalyze data as it happens for immediate insights.
- Rule-Based TriggersImplement triggers based on defined rules for automated actions.
- Content SchedulingSchedule content to be published at specific times automatically.
- Custom AlertsSet personalized alert thresholds and notifications for your store.
Pricing plans
Free
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Growth1/month
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Category rankings
As of Sep 8, 2026- Banner#54of 467Top 12%
- Pop-up#89of 493Top 19%
- Notification#361of 516Top 70%
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Competitors & alternatives
K: Vacation Mode doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked banner apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is K: Vacation Mode?
K: Vacation Mode is an app for Shopify. It currently holds a 5.0-star rating from 3 merchant reviews, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2025. It is listed under the Banner category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Kaktus.
Is K: Vacation Mode free?
K: Vacation Mode offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Growth unlock additional features for teams that outgrow the free plan. Pricing details on this page are mirrored from the live Shopify listing and refresh on each scrape cycle.
Who uses K: Vacation Mode?
K: Vacation Mode is actively installed across Shopify stores tracked by AppRanks. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Banner category on Shopify.
Where does K: Vacation Mode rank on Shopify?
K: Vacation Mode currently sits at position #54 in the Banner category on Shopify. That places it in the top 12% of 467 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.
What does K: Vacation Mode integrate with?
K: Vacation Mode lists 2 integrations on its Shopify marketplace page. The most prominent are Open AI, SideKick. Integration data is mirrored from the live Shopify listing on each refresh, so the set above tracks whatever the developer has currently published — it does not reflect deeper compatibility AppRanks has not been able to verify from public data.
What languages does K: Vacation Mode support?
K: Vacation Mode declares support for 3 languages on its Shopify marketplace listing: English, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil). Language coverage is the locale set the developer has explicitly translated the app interface into — a broader set typically maps to a developer with international merchant traction.