--- title: Recent changes to Shopify’s platform description: >- Shopify’s developer changelog documents all changes to Shopify’s platform. Find the latest news and learn about new platform opportunities. source_url: html: 'https://shopify.dev/changelog' md: 'https://shopify.dev/changelog.md' metadata: {} --- # Developer changelog Subscribe to the changelog to stay up to date on recent changes to Shopify’s APIs and other developer products, as well as preview upcoming features and beta releases. [RSS Updates](https://shopify.dev/changelog/feed.xml) * June 24, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * API ### [Storefront MCP cart tools are being deprecated in favour of UCP Cart MCP](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/storefront-mcp-cart-tools-are-being-deprecated-in-favour-of-ucp-cart-mcp) Storefront MCP get\_cart/update\_cart deprecated. Migrate to UCP Cart MCP. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/storefront-mcp-cart-tools-are-being-deprecated-in-favour-of-ucp-cart-mcp) * June 23, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-10 ### [`DraftOrderDiscountNotAppliedWarning.priceRule` removed in GraphQL Admin API 2026-10](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/remove-pricerule-from-draft-order-discount-warning) 2026-10 Admin API removes DraftOrderDiscountNotAppliedWarning.priceRule and PriceRule types. Update queries to use discountTitle and discountCode instead. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/remove-pricerule-from-draft-order-discount-warning) * June 19, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-10 ### [Removal of ITEM\_NOT\_STOCKED\_AT\_LOCATION error](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/removal-of-itemnotstockedatlocation-error) ITEM\_NOT\_STOCKED\_AT\_LOCATION error removed from inventory APIs in 2026-10. Apps can drop handling for this obsolete error as inventory is adjustable at any location. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/removal-of-itemnotstockedatlocation-error) * June 18, 2026 Tags: * Tools ### [Flow action extensions now support relative paths for endpoint URLs](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/flow-action-extensions-now-support-relative-paths-for-endpoint-urls) Flow action URLs now support relative paths, enabling you to more easily use tunnels during local development. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/flow-action-extensions-now-support-relative-paths-for-endpoint-urls) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin Extensions * 2026-04 ### [New purchaseType and recurringCycleLimit fields in the discounts API for discount UI extensions](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-purchasetype-and-recurringcyclelimit-fields-available-in-the-discount-ui-extension-api) App discount UI extensions can now configure purchaseType and recurringCycleLimit through the discounts plugin to control subscription behavior. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-purchasetype-and-recurringcyclelimit-fields-available-in-the-discount-ui-extension-api) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API ### [Purchase-type filtering now enforced for app discounts](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/purchase-type-filtering-now-enforced-for-app-discounts) The appliesOnSubscription and appliesOnOneTimePurchase fields on app discounts are now enforced at checkout. Existing discounts are unaffected. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/purchase-type-filtering-now-enforced-for-app-discounts) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Admin GraphQL API now supports app-owned delivery profiles that cover all shippable items](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/admin-graphql-api-now-supports-app-owned-delivery-profiles-that-cover-all-shippable-items) New Admin GraphQL 2026-07 field coversAllItems for app-owned shipping delivery profiles lets authorized apps apply rates to all shippable items without per-product assignment [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/admin-graphql-api-now-supports-app-owned-delivery-profiles-that-cover-all-shippable-items) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Tools * Admin Extensions * App Bridge ### [Apps can now open Shopify’s file picker with the Intents API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/intents-api-file-picker) Use the Intents API with `pick:shopify/File` to let merchants choose files from their Shopify file library. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/intents-api-file-picker) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Define and set metafields on inventory transfers in the GraphQL Admin API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/define-and-set-metafields-on-inventory-transfers-in-the-admin-graphql-api) Admin GraphQL API 2026-07 allows defining and setting metafields directly in inventory transfers, streamlining custom data integration without separate metafieldsSet calls. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/define-and-set-metafields-on-inventory-transfers-in-the-admin-graphql-api) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API ### [Bulk queries now execute up to 4X faster](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/bulk-queries-now-execute-faster) Shopify bulk queries are now up to 4X faster for exporting large datasets. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/bulk-queries-now-execute-faster) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Themes ### [Color palettes in Themes](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/color-palettes) A new `color_palette` setting type lets themes define a flat list of colors that merchants edit directly, replacing color schemes as the recommended approach. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/color-palettes) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Create channel markets with the GraphQL Admin API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/create-channel-markets-with-the-graphql-admin-api) API 2026-07: GraphQL Admin adds channel markets. Create, update, and query markets per sales channel for channel-specific availability, pricing, and currencies. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/create-channel-markets-with-the-graphql-admin-api) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Hydrogen ### [Hydrogen developer preview](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/hydrogen-developer-preview) The next version of Hydrogen allows you to use Shopify's commerce primitives in any JavaScript framework. Now available as a developer preview. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/hydrogen-developer-preview) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Shopify App Store ### [New App Store requirements for Sidekick app extensions](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/sidekick-app-extensions-app-store-requirements) New Shopify rules for Sidekick extensions: must match core app functionality and App Store listing, and cannot show promotions, ads, cross-sell content, or review requests. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/sidekick-app-extensions-app-store-requirements) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Admin GraphQL API * Customer Account API * Webhook * 2026-07 ### [WhatsApp marketing consent now available in the Admin API and Customer Account API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/whatsapp-marketing-consent-now-available) New APIs let you read and update WhatsApp marketing consent on a customer’s default phone via customerWhatsAppMarketingConsentUpdate and the CustomerPhoneNumber consent field [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/whatsapp-marketing-consent-now-available) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Themes ### [Standard storefront events and actions](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/standard-storefront-events-and-actions) Themes can now emit standardized events and expose actions that let apps and agents interact with the storefront reliably across all themes. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/standard-storefront-events-and-actions) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Platform ### [Sidekick app extensions available today](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/sidekick-app-extensions-available-today) All app developers can now build Sidekick app extensions. These extensions allow your app to integrate with Sidekick, giving Sidekick the ability to access data or take action within your apps. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/sidekick-app-extensions-available-today) * June 17, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Admin GraphQL API * Functions * 2026-07 ### [New Collection model and APIs now available](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-collection-model-and-apis-now-available) 2026-07 adds a new Collection model with multiple product group sources, shareable app-owned sources, and variant-level collection membership; migrate from ruleSet and legacy collection input. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-collection-model-and-apis-now-available) * June 16, 2026 Tags: * API * 2026-07 ### [New appSubscriptionCancel mutation in the Partner API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-appsubscriptioncancel-mutation-in-the-partner-api) New Partner API 2026-07 appSubscriptionCancel mutation lets partners cancel owned public app subscriptions, schedule end-of-cycle cancels, and request prorated credits. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-appsubscriptioncancel-mutation-in-the-partner-api) * June 16, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Platform ### [Metafields now require a definition to be accessed through the Customer Account API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/metafields-now-require-a-definition-to-be-accessed-through-the-customer-account-api) To be accessible through the Customer Account API, metafields stored on the app resource must have a metafield definition with customer accounts permissions. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/metafields-now-require-a-definition-to-be-accessed-through-the-customer-account-api) * June 13, 2026 Tags: * Functions * 2026-07 ### [Shop User Metafields in Shopify Functions](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shop-user-metafields-in-shopify-functions) Shop User metafields are now readable during checkout via Shopify Functions, enabling partners to access buyer-specific data and customize checkout experiences. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shop-user-metafields-in-shopify-functions) * June 12, 2026 Tags: * Storefront GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Read a cart line's `viewKey` from the `CartLine` type](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/cart-line-view-key-field) The CartLine type now returns viewKey, so you can correlate returned lines with the view\_key sent to cartLinesUpdate and cartLinesRemove. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/cart-line-view-key-field) * June 11, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Tools ### [Shopify AI Toolkit for upgrading extensions to Polaris web components](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-ai-toolkit-for-upgrading-extensions-to-polaris-web-components) Use the Shopify AI Toolkit and enhanced dev docs to speed up your checkout and customer account UI extension upgrade to Polaris web components. Complete the upgrade by October 1, 2026. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-ai-toolkit-for-upgrading-extensions-to-polaris-web-components) * June 11, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Streamlined Metaobject API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/streamlined-metaobject-api) New Metaobject values property enables simplified reads/writes with automatic conversion to/from JSON objects [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/streamlined-metaobject-api) * June 8, 2026 Tags: * Customer Account API * Hydrogen * Storefront GraphQL API ### [Headless checkout SSO is now documented with sso=silent](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/headless-checkout-sso-is-now-documented-with-ssosilent) Headless checkout docs now use `sso=silent` for silent SSO, replacing `logged_in=true`. Existing URLs remain valid. Update impacts terminology, not functionality. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/headless-checkout-sso-is-now-documented-with-ssosilent) * June 5, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [`GiftCardCashOutTransaction` is now resolvable from `GiftCardTransaction`](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/giftcardcashouttransaction-now-resolvable-from-giftcardtransaction) In GraphQL Admin API v2026-07, `GiftCardCashOutTransaction` is added to distinguish cash-out adjustments from debits. Query `giftCard.transactions` using `__typename` to identify them. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/giftcardcashouttransaction-now-resolvable-from-giftcardtransaction) * June 5, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Local currency support gift cards now available in the GraphQL Admin API](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/gift-card-local-currency-support) API v2026-07 adds local currency gift cards via GraphQL Admin API. Use `giftCardProductSet` for creation, set `issuanceCurrency`, manage cross-currency redemption, and query settings. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/gift-card-local-currency-support) * June 2, 2026 Tags: * Shopify App Store ### [App quality checks now managed in Partner Dashboard](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-quality-checks-now-managed-in-partner-dashboard) Track and resolve app quality check feedback on published apps in the Partner Dashboard. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-quality-checks-now-managed-in-partner-dashboard) * June 2, 2026 Tags: * Storefront GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Identify cart lines by `view_key` in `cartLinesUpdate` and `cartLinesRemove`](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/cart-line-mutations-accept-view-key) cartLinesUpdate and cartLinesRemove now accept view\_key to identify cart lines [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/cart-line-mutations-accept-view-key) * May 28, 2026 Tags: * Themes ### [Customize /llms.txt, /llms-full.txt and /agents.md](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/customize-llmstxt-llms-fulltxt-and-agentsmd) Customize content for `/agents.md`, `/llms.txt`, and `/llms-full.txt` by adding specific templates in Themes. Defaults to `agents.md` if no template is set. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/customize-llmstxt-llms-fulltxt-and-agentsmd) * May 27, 2026 Tags: * Admin Extensions * 2026-07 ### [Build App Home as a UI extension](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/build-app-home-as-a-ui-extension) Create App Home landing pages using Preact-based admin UI extensions with `admin.app.home.render`. Bundles with admin UI, no web server needed. Available for custom apps from API version 2026-07. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/build-app-home-as-a-ui-extension) * May 21, 2026 Tags: * Tools ### [Shopify CLI 4.0: SemVer, auto-updates, removing deprecated flags and commands](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-cli-40-semver-auto-updates-removing-deprecated-flags-and-commands) Shopify CLI 4.0 introduces semantic versioning, automatic updates, and removes the `--force` flag. Deprecated commands are removed, enhancing control and clarity for developers. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-cli-40-semver-auto-updates-removing-deprecated-flags-and-commands) * May 20, 2026 Tags: * Shop Minis ### [Shop Minis March April 2026 update](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shop-minis-march-april-2026-update) Shop Minis update: Optional consent with new hooks, intents for contextual launches, async storage limits, `availableForSale` for stock checks, and deprecation of `localStorage`/`sessionStorage`. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shop-minis-march-april-2026-update) * May 20, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Admin GraphQL API * Admin REST API ### [Expiring offline access tokens required for all public apps as of January 1, 2027](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/expiring-offline-access-tokens-required-for-all-public-apps-as-of-january-1-2027) Starting Jan 1, 2027, all public apps must use expiring offline access tokens for Admin API calls to enhance security. Migrate from non-expiring tokens to avoid authentication errors. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/expiring-offline-access-tokens-required-for-all-public-apps-as-of-january-1-2027) * May 19, 2026 Tags: * Webhook ### [Next Generation Events now available in developer preview](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/next-generation-events-now-available-in-developer-preview) Next Generation Events are now available in developer preview. Events improve on traditional webhooks with field-level trigger control, custom GraphQL payloads, and filters. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/next-generation-events-now-available-in-developer-preview) * May 18, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Shipping line field now available on FulfillmentOrderLineItem](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shipping-line-field-now-available-on-fulfillmentorderlineitem) You can query `shippingLine` on `FulfillmentOrderLineItem`, aiding apps in identifying shipping methods for merged fulfillment orders. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shipping-line-field-now-available-on-fulfillmentorderlineitem) * May 15, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [New `checkoutToken` field added to the `Order` object](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-checkouttoken-field-added-to-the-order-object) The GraphQL Admin API's Order object now includes the `checkoutToken` field, aligning with REST API, to access the checkout token used for order creation. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-checkouttoken-field-added-to-the-order-object) * May 13, 2026 Tags: * Platform ### [Function run log details are now automatically visible with the right access scopes](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/function-run-log-details-are-now-automatically-visible-with-the-right-access-scopes) Function run logs are now viewable in the Dev Dashboard based on your app's access scopes. Ensure your app requests necessary scopes to access these logs without merchant intervention. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/function-run-log-details-are-now-automatically-visible-with-the-right-access-scopes) * May 13, 2026 Tags: * Checkout UI * Customer Accounts ### [Polaris web components migration guides now available for Checkout and Customer Account UI extensions](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/polaris-web-components-migration-guides-now-available-for-checkout-and-customer-account-ui-extensions) New migration guides help upgrade Checkout and Customer Account UI extensions to the latest API version, using Preact, Polaris components, and the global `shopify` object. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/polaris-web-components-migration-guides-now-available-for-checkout-and-customer-account-ui-extensions) * May 12, 2026 Tags: * API ### [App Events: See app usage and performance data in your Dev Dashboard](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-events-see-app-usage-and-performance-data-in-your-dev-dashboard) Send custom and billable app events to the App Events API and see a holistic view of your app’s performance in your Dev Dashboard Logs. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-events-see-app-usage-and-performance-data-in-your-dev-dashboard) * May 12, 2026 Tags: * Shopify App Store ### [Shopify App Pricing: charge for usage, recurring subscriptions, or both](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-app-pricing-charge-for-usage-recurring-subscriptions-or-both) Shopify App Pricing lets you configure usage-based pricing, fixed pricing, or combined plans directly in app submission. Shopify handles your app listing, pick-a-plan page, metering, and invoicing. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/shopify-app-pricing-charge-for-usage-recurring-subscriptions-or-both) * May 12, 2026 Tags: * Storefront GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [New `PRODUCT_UNAVAILABLE_IN_BUYER_LOCATION` warning code in the Storefront API Cart](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-productunavailableinbuyerlocation-warning-code-in-the-storefront-api-cart) Starting with version 2026-07, Storefront API's Cart emits warnings for products unavailable in buyer's location. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/new-productunavailableinbuyerlocation-warning-code-in-the-storefront-api-cart) * May 8, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API ### [Target discounts to specific markets](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/target-discounts-to-specific-markets) You can now create discounts that are eligible for specific markets, giving you better control over which buyers can access your discounts based on region, B2B company location, or retail location. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/target-discounts-to-specific-markets) * May 7, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Platform ### [Bots and agents should identify themselves via Web Bot Auth](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/bots-and-agents-should-identify-themselves-via-web-bot-auth) Shopify now applies stricter rate limits to bots and agents that access the Storefront API and Shopify-hosted online store pages. For higher rate limits, bot operators should use Web Bot Auth. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/bots-and-agents-should-identify-themselves-via-web-bot-auth) * May 7, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * Storefront GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Publish and unpublish product variants independently from product](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/publish-and-unpublish-product-variants-independently-from-product) `ProductVariant` is now `Publishable` allowing fine-grained control over visibility per channel. Variants default published, channels/feeds that do not use product feed should implement support. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/publish-and-unpublish-product-variants-independently-from-product) * May 6, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * Tools ### [App deployment in CI/CD is now available for all apps](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-deployment-in-cicd-is-now-available-for-all-apps) App automation tokens enable CI/CD deployment for all apps via the Dev Dashboard, replacing CLI tokens. Use with Shopify CLI for GitHub Workflows. Existing CLI tokens remain valid until expiry. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/app-deployment-in-cicd-is-now-available-for-all-apps) * May 6, 2026 Tags: * API ### [More admin intents now support Settings](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/more-admin-intents-now-support-settings) Seven new Settings intents added for notifications, payments, gift cards, delivery, and business details. Simplifies merchant navigation via API, enhancing app integration efficiency. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/more-admin-intents-now-support-settings) * May 4, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Default value of `appliesOnSubscription` changed to `true` for app discount inputs](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/default-value-of-appliesonsubscription-changed-to-true-for-app-discount-inputs) The `appliesOnSubscription` default is now `true` in Admin GraphQL API inputs. No action required. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/default-value-of-appliesonsubscription-changed-to-true-for-app-discount-inputs) * April 22, 2026 Tags: * Action Required * API ### [Storefront Catalog MCP now implements UCP](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/storefront-catalog-mcp-now-implements-ucp) The Storefront Catalog MCP server now implements the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) Catalog capability to interact with a store's data. [Read full post –>](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/storefront-catalog-mcp-now-implements-ucp) * April 1, 2026 Tags: * Admin GraphQL API * 2026-07 ### [Payment method identifier now required for customerPaymentMethodRemoteCreate](https://shopify.dev/changelog.md/payment-method-identifier-now-required-for-customerpaymentmethodremotecreate) As of API v2026-07, `customerPaymentMethodRemoteCreate` requires a payment method ID for Stripe, Authorize.net, and Braintree. Update integrations to include these IDs. 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