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October 1, 2024

Tags:

* Shopify Theme Store
* 2024-10

# Theme Store ranking update

As of October 1st, 2024 we have update the Theme Store algorithm. This new ranking system will refine how themes are discovered, prioritizing factors like recency, quality, and trust signals to help merchants find themes more effectively.