BigSale by Revotheme is a clean, minimal Shopify theme built around deals and promotions, with more than twelve homepage layouts plus an RTL version. Its demo includes top searches, best sellers, new arrivals and an “Under $69” collection. If you were searching for a “BigSale Shopify theme free download”, this guide explains what is free, how to buy it safely and how to set it up.
This article is part of our complete guide: How to Start a Shopify Store: The Complete Guide (2026).
What is the BigSale Shopify theme?
The BigSale demo shows hero carousels, promotional badges for shipping and guarantees, best-seller grids by category and collection showcases for furniture, gadgets, outdoor, jewellery and fashion. Collection pages offer sidebar options, scrolling and load-more styles, while product badges include sale, pre-order, new, sold out and best buy.
Key features of BigSale
- 12+ homepage layouts plus RTL version
- Top searches quick links
- Promotional trust badges
- Best sellers and new arrivals sections
- Collection layouts with sidebars, scrolling or load more
- Quick view and wishlist
- Product badges for sale, pre-order and new
- Newsletter popup
Who is BigSale best for?
BigSale suits discount retailers, general stores and promotion-led shops with many categories. Its price-point collections work well for budget and gift stores.
BigSale Shopify theme free download: what you can get legally
BigSale is a commercial theme sold by Revotheme through its official sales channel. The BigSale live demo is completely free to explore, page by page. The theme files are downloaded legally from your account after you buy a licence from the developer’s official listing (we can help you find and verify it). A regular licence normally covers one store and includes theme updates and a period of developer support.
Be careful with websites promising a “BigSale free download”. These are almost always nulled copies: no updates, no support and a real risk of hidden malicious code. Our guide to nulled Shopify theme risks explains what can go wrong.
Before you choose BigSale: five questions
Before committing to BigSale, take ten minutes to check that it fits your store. These questions save a lot of rework later:
- Does the demo match your catalogue size? Count your products and collections and compare them with what the BigSale demo shows.
- Do your images suit the layout? Check whether BigSale expects portrait, square or landscape product images, and whether you have enough lifestyle photography.
- Which apps must it work with? Reviews, subscriptions, bundles or delivery-date apps should be tested on BigSale before launch.
- Who will update the store? Open the theme editor and make sure your team can change banners and sections confidently.
- When was it last updated? Check the changelog on the official listing; regularly updated themes stay compatible with new Shopify features.
How to install BigSale on Shopify: step by step
- Buy BigSale from the official listing and download the package from your account.
- Unzip the package on your computer. Many sellers include documentation and several theme ZIP files; find the one marked for upload.
- In Shopify, go to Online Store › Themes › Add theme › Upload zip file and upload the BigSale theme file.
- Click Customize and, if the theme includes demo presets, choose the layout closest to your plans.
- Replace demo content with your own products, images and text, then check every template on mobile.
- Publish when everything is ready. Your old theme stays in the library as a backup.
If the upload fails, the most common cause is uploading the whole package instead of the theme ZIP inside it.
Setting up BigSale the right way
- Create price-point collections such as “Under £25” for gifts.
- Use top searches to surface popular categories.
- Keep discounts lawful: show genuine reference prices.
- Choose a collection style that matches your catalogue size.
- Verify OS 2.0 support on the official listing.
Common mistakes when setting up BigSale
- Keeping demo content. Placeholder text, demo brands and stock photos left in BigSale make a store look unfinished and hurt trust.
- Turning on every feature. Popups, timers and badges all at once overwhelm shoppers; enable only what supports your offer.
- Ignoring mobile. Most visitors will see BigSale on a phone, so review every section on a small screen before launch.
- Editing theme code without a backup. Duplicate the theme before custom changes so you can roll back.
- Skipping legal pages. Shipping, returns, privacy and terms pages should be complete and linked in the footer.
BigSale vs similar Shopify themes
AaShop and ClickBoom share its developer; Booster is a supermarket alternative. BigSale is the most promotion-focused.
BigSale pros and cons
What we like
- Many homepage layouts
- Promotion-led design
- Flexible collection styles
- RTL version
What to consider
- Older design approach
- Check OS 2.0 compatibility
- Promotional style not for premium brands
Our verdict: BigSale fits discount and general stores. Confirm the latest version before buying.
BigSale launch checklist: speed and SEO
A beautiful theme only pays off if customers can find the store and pages load quickly. Before you launch BigSale, work through this short checklist:
- Compress and resize images before uploading; BigSale looks best with consistent image ratios across products.
- Write a unique title tag and meta description for your homepage, key collections and best-selling products.
- Add descriptive alt text to product and banner images.
- Remove apps you no longer use; leftover scripts slow down every theme.
- Test the BigSale product and collection templates in Google PageSpeed Insights on mobile.
- Submit your sitemap in Google Search Console; see our guide to submitting a sitemap.
- If you are replacing an older theme, keep URLs the same and follow our redesign checklist to protect rankings.
BigSale installation and setup service
Want BigSale set up without the trial and error? Our team installs and customises BigSale for you: theme upload or trial setup, branding, homepage and product page design, collections and menus, apps, payments, shipping and SEO basics. We work on an unpublished copy, so your live store is never disrupted, and we quote a fixed price before we start. See our Shopify theme installation service for the full scope.
- WhatsApp: message us about BigSale for the quickest reply.
- Email: hello@mivaq.com
- Form: send your store details and the BigSale style you like.
Next steps
Start by exploring the BigSale live demo with your own products in mind. Make a shortlist of the sections and pages you need, compare BigSale with one or two of the alternatives above and check the official listing for the latest version. When you are ready, buy your licence from the official seller, and if you would rather have experts handle the setup, send us a message. We usually reply the same day with a plan and a fixed price.
Related Shopify theme guides
- AaShop Shopify theme: free download and installation guide
- ClickBoom Shopify theme: free download and installation guide
- Booster Shopify theme: free download and installation guide
- Our multipurpose Shopify themes guide
- All 98 Shopify themes: free download guide A to Z
- Official free Shopify themes
Frequently asked questions
Does BigSale have an RTL version?
Yes. The demo lists an RTL layout.
How many layouts does BigSale have?
The demo shows more than 12 homepage layouts.
Is the BigSale Shopify theme free?
The live demo is free. The theme itself is a paid licence, downloaded from the official seller after purchase.
Can MIVAQ install BigSale for me?
Yes. We install, brand and set up BigSale on your store for a fixed price. Message us on WhatsApp or use our contact form to get a quote.
