Developer changelog

As of version 2023-04, we're deprecating the requirement of writeproductslistings access scope for the mutations publishableUnpublishToCurrentChannel and...

GraphQL Admin API 2023-04 adds Customer Merge API to combine profiles, preview merges, track status, and check mergeability via new mutations, queries, and fields.

Version 2023-04 adds onsite credit card support to the GraphQL Payments Apps API, with new rejection and error codes for improved payment session handling.

We've added the error codes INVALID_DELIVERY_GROUP and INVALID_DELIVERY_OPTION for cartSelectedDeliveryOptionsUpdate mutation , allowing you to get descriptive error codes when GraphQL...

The 2023-04 Storefront API adds an optional intent argument to ProductRecommendations and introduces ProductRecommendationIntent Enum, defaulting to RELATED for compatibility.

The 2023-04 GraphQL Admin API update introduces subscriptionContractAtomicCreate for single-step contract creation and subscriptionContractProductUpdate for product replacement or price updates.

In the 2023-04 GraphQL Payments Apps API, the status field is removed. Use state for PaymentSession, RefundSession, CaptureSession, and VoidSession objects instead.

As of GraphQL Admin API Version 2023-04 you can use the mutations locationAdd and locationEdit to set Metafield values for locations.

As of Storefront API Version 2023-04, you can query...

As of April 2023, select partners can use new server-side mutations to manage Server Pixels: create, update via EventBridge or PubSub, and delete customer events.

The 2023-04 GraphQL Admin API update lets developers create app charges in the merchant's local currency, reducing exposure to exchange rate fluctuations. Use shopBillingPreferences to get currency info.

As of 2023-07 version, you can use the Order APIs exchangeV2 field to get a better exchange (an exchangeV2 object value).

This will help ERP partners to properly integrate optimal...

Google is replacing Universal Analytics with GA4 in July 2023. Data remains accessible for 6 months post-sunset. Migrate app tracking to GA4 for continued analytics.

You can now use dynamic sources on blogs and articles. This means that merchants can now connect theme files to their metafields and metaobjects when working with the blog and article resources....

We've enhanced our system to better detect and remove fake reviews. Developers may receive notifications if a review is removed for policy non-compliance.

API v2023-04 adds fields for additional fees to Order objects in both GraphQL and REST, impacting cost calculations for international packages.

Shopify extends API v2022-04 support to June 30, 2023. Migrate apps to v2022-10+ by then to avoid disruptions. Deprecated: certain order properties, Fulfillment API endpoints.

Shopify extends API 2022-04 support to June 30, 2023. Migrate apps to API 2022-10+ by then to avoid disruptions. Deprecated: certain customer properties, Fulfillment API endpoints.

As of 2023-04 we're introducing the ability to read presentation attributes for 3D models in the storefront api.

When a 3D model is customized via the no code 3D viewer configuration the...

Access Focal Point settings for Media Presentation via asJson in Storefront API. Set Focal Points in shop admin when editing images.

Starting in API version 2023-04, the PriceList.contextRule field will be removed and deprecated in previous API versions. If you have an existing app that uses the contextRule field, then you...

As of 2023-04, SVGs are treated as MediaImages by the Admin API.

This makes it easier to use SVGs in your online storefront.

The Admin API 2023-04 release introduces webhooks for B2B Customers, notifying on create, update, and delete actions for companies, locations, and contacts.

As of March 15, the templates schema attribute is no longer supported in the apps.liquid section.

• The templates schema attribute cannot be specified in the apps.liquid section.
• The...

As of March 15, you can geotarget Shopify App Store advertising campaigns, giving greater control over how you market your apps and grow your business. Create effective and relevant regional...

As of 2023-04, we're no longer filtering out null values on certain fields of the Order object. Previously, some keys with null values would not be present on the REST API and webhook...

Google Analytics 4 is now on Shopify's Google channel app, offering enhanced real-time, multi-channel measurement and privacy controls. Upgrade from Universal Analytics by July 1, 2023.

As part of the GraphQL Storefront API 2023-04 API release, we are adding wallet_preferences to the Cart object. The wallet preferences from the cart will allow to pass through a buyer's wallet...

In Admin GraphQL API 2023-04, appUsageRecordCreate supports idempotencyKey to prevent duplicate charges, ensuring consistent responses for identical keys. UUIDs are recommended.

The JavaScript support developer preview enables you to write functions in JavaScript or TypeScript, compile them to WebAssembly with Shopify CLI, deploy them to Shopify, and execute them on...

New translatable capability allows metaobjects to be translated via the Translations API and Translate and Adapt app, enhancing localization options for developers.

We've added headings as well as ordered lists to the rich text setting within online store editor. This means that themes can now take advantage of this new semantic styling within the editor to...

In Admin GraphQL API 2023-04, productVariantsBulkUpdate allows partial updates with allowPartialUpdates. Defaults to false, enabling updates valid variants despite invalid ones.

Use the $app: prefix in Shopify Functions input queries to ensure app-specific metafield ownership and control access. Metafields are private to your app by default.

As of February 27, Shopify App Store’s search algorithm folds in more data on how merchants interact with results after they search.

In other words, apps that merchants find most relevant, given...

New enabled_on and disabled_on attributes replace templates to control app block usage in templates and section groups. Use only one attribute per block.

Deprecating Price Rule GraphQL; migrate to Discounts GraphQL by April 2024 for full feature access. Update affected queries/mutations to ensure compatibility with future enhancements.

Theme App Extensions replace Asset API for public apps in Admin API 2023-04+. Streamlines theme integration, enhances security. Asset API access for create/update/delete is removed.

CompanyAddress now uses a single recipient field instead of firstName/lastName. Existing templates auto-fill lastName with recipient; firstName is null. Transition to recipient field ongoing.

Shopify will add Let's Encrypt and Google Trust Services certificates for myshopify.com subdomains on Feb 13, 2023. mTLS connections remain unaffected.

Shopify Scripts end of life extended to Aug 28, 2025. Migrate to Shopify Functions for customizations. Functions work with Scripts; more APIs coming to support migration.

Shopify Plus merchants can now use checkout extensibility for in-checkout page customization, replacing checkout.liquid by August 13, 2024. Post-checkout customization remains unchanged.

JavaScript support for Shopify Functions is now available in a local developer preview. This means you can try Shopify Functions with JavaScript locally, on your own development machine, but you...

Shop Minis are a new way for Shopify App developers to bring their experiences into Shop and in front of 100 million buyers.

Our React Native SDK is designed to get you started with just one...

New APIs allow checkout UI extensions to access the storefront API, manage discounts/gift cards, and verify rendering. New UI components enhance interactivity and styling options.

Checkout UI extensions on the order status page are now available in the Checkout Extensibility developer preview. Add app-powered extensions or content to post-checkout pages such as surveys,...

The Cart Transform API in developer preview lets you create and manage product bundles in checkout, simplifying backend tasks like tax calculation and inventory management.

Shopify Functions APIs for delivery and payment customizations are now available, enabling developers to modify checkout options based on location or order value.

The new Order Routing Location Rule API lets developers create custom order routing rules for optimized fulfillment and shipping, enhancing inventory management and location-based decisions.

New checkout branding API properties allow developers to customize UI elements like buttons and forms, with enhanced typography and styling options for a cohesive checkout experience.

The Shopify Functions API for cart and checkout validations is now available in the Checkout Extensibility developer preview.

This API allows you to apply validation rules that run in both the...