FAQ
TL;DR: Fix wrong Google Shopping currency with a 3-step region tweak; "after changing to PL it is in PLN." For shoppers wanting PLN from Polish retailers when browsing abroad, use the Shopping cog’s Region settings. [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
Why it matters: You’ll compare Polish retailer prices correctly and avoid currency confusion when shopping or researching buys.
Quick Facts
- Currency in Google Shopping follows the Shopping tab’s Region setting; default is “Current region.” [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
- A US VPS showed USD in Shopping results, confirming currency can follow your IP location. [Elektroda, bumble, post #19744900]
- Polish retailer pages still display PLN after click‑through, even if Shopping lists GBP/EUR. [Elektroda, bumble, post #19744853]
- Edge case: On google.co.uk in Poland, ads above results may appear in EUR across browsers. [Elektroda, Janek-Kam, post #21460984]
How do I switch Google Shopping to PLN?
Use the Shopping interface, not the browser language. 1) Open Shopping and click the Settings cog. 2) Click View all settings. 3) In Region settings, choose Poland (PL) or set the region you want. Prices then display in PLN. [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
Why does Shopping show GBP/EUR even when I want PLN?
The Shopping overview can display GBP or EUR for Polish stores. When you open a store page like Media Markt or Euro RTV, prices display in PLN. Use the Shopping Region setting if you prefer PLN in the overview. [Elektroda, bumble, post #19744853]
Will a VPN or VPS change my Shopping currency?
Yes. In one test, switching to a US VPS returned USD prices in Google Shopping. This shows Shopping can follow your connection’s location. If you need PLN while abroad, set the Region to Poland in Shopping. [Elektroda, bumble, post #19744900]
I’m in Poland but ads above results show EUR on google.co.uk—how do I change this?
Apply the configuration described in post #8 (Region settings in the Shopping tab). That adjustment aligns the Shopping experience to your chosen region, which helps normalize displayed prices. [Elektroda, artaa, post #21461004]
I’m in Germany—do I need changes to buy from Polish stores in PLN?
Not necessarily. One user in Germany could buy in Poland with PLN without changing anything. If Shopping shows another currency, open the retailer’s site to confirm PLN or adjust Region settings. [Elektroda, gbksiazczak, post #19744834]
Does the “Current region” option depend on my network or proxy?
Yes. The default Current region can align with proxy or other network-related settings, which may cause currency mismatches. Manually choosing Poland avoids those discrepancies in Shopping. [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
How quickly do currency changes apply after I switch to Poland?
Immediately. Save the Region setting and the Shopping tab updates. As one member noted, “after changing to PL it is in PLN.” If it doesn’t update, refresh the page. [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
I only want to compare Polish store prices quickly—any tip?
If Shopping shows a foreign currency, still use it to shortlist products. Click through to the retailer page to verify final PLN prices before deciding. This ensures accurate comparisons for Polish sellers. [Elektroda, bumble, post #19744853]
Can I reset back to my default region later?
Yes. Return to the Shopping cog, open View all settings, and set Region settings to Current region. This restores automatic region-based currency behavior. [Elektroda, DePaweł, #20219054]
Do browser language and location alone fix currency?
No. A user with Polish language and Poland location still saw EUR on google.co.uk. Currency in Shopping and some ads can ignore language and device location preferences. [Elektroda, Janek-Kam, post #21460984]
Will this behave the same in Chrome and Opera?
Yes. The reported currency behavior appeared the same in Chrome and Opera. Use the Shopping tab’s Region settings, since the control is inside Google’s UI, not the browser. [Elektroda, Janek-Kam, post #21460984]
Edge case: Ads above results still show EUR after setting PLN—is that normal?
It can happen. One report from Poland saw EUR in those ad blocks on google.co.uk despite local settings. Use Region settings for Shopping, and verify PLN on retailer pages. [Elektroda, Janek-Kam, post #21460984]
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