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August 9, 2024

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# Notice of important updates to our Partner Program Agreement & API License and Terms of Use

\*\*Updates to our Partner Program Agreement and API License and Terms of Use \*\*

EFFECTIVE AUGUST 9, 2024 **ACTION REQUIRED**

We've made changes to our Partner Program Agreement and API License and Terms of Use. These updates include terms that are intended to support the growth of Shopify Partners and Merchants, while maintaining the security and integrity of products and services offered on our platform.

These changes come into effect as of today, August 9, 2024.

We encourage all developers on our platform to review and be familiar with the [API License and Terms](https://www.shopify.com/legal/api-terms?shpxid=823b80d5-C747-48F6-6CF0-832254EC6F4B) and the [Partner Program Agreement](https://www.shopify.ca/partners/terms?shpxid=823b80d5-C747-48F6-6CF0-832254EC6F4B), so that you understand how to build, run, and grow your app and development business on our platform.

For more information and frequently asked questions, please visit the [Shopify Help Center](https://help.shopify.com/en/partners/ppa-api-faq?shpxid=823b80d5-C747-48F6-6CF0-832254EC6F4B).