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September 26, 2025

# Removal of deprecated `Shop.draftOrders` connection in the GraphQL Admin API

DateSeptember 26, 2025

Version[2026-01](https://shopify.dev/changelog?api_version=2026-01)

Flags[Breaking API Change](https://shopify.dev/changelog?filter=breaking-api-change)[Action required](https://shopify.dev/changelog?action_required=true)

SurfacesAPI

Affected APIs[Admin GraphQL API](https://shopify.dev/changelog?api_type=admin-graphql)

We are removing the `Shop.draftOrders` connection, which has already been deprecated for some time. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to streamline and improve the API's efficiency and functionality.

**What You Need to Do**

To ensure your integrations continue to function smoothly, please update your applications to use the [`QueryRoot.draftOrders`](https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql/2025-07/objects/QueryRoot#field-QueryRoot.fields.draftOrders) object for retrieving multiple draft orders. If you have any questions or need assistance, please refer to our [developer documentation](https://shopify.dev/docs) or reach out to our support team.