# Storefront API now available for custom apps  — Shopify developer changelog
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## Storefront API now available for custom apps 

The Storefront API, which was previously limited to only private apps and public sales channel apps, can now also be used by custom apps to create custom buying experiences. 

Learn more about the Storefront API [here](https://shopify.dev/docs/storefront-api).

*Published: June 16, 2021*
Tags: API, Update
Link: https://shopify.dev/changelog/storefront-api-now-available-for-custom-apps

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