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How to create Shopify API credentials

Instructions on how to create Shopify API credentials.

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Written by Oskari Raunio
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1) Go to "Apps and Sales channels" in Shopify settings

In the Shopify dashboard, click "Settings"

In the Settings section, click "Apps and sales channels"


2) Create an app

In the "Apps and sales channels" view, click "Develop apps".

Then click "Create an app".

Give a name for the app.


3) Configure the app

After you have created your app, you will be redirected to "Overview" tab. Move to the "Configuration" tab. In the "Admin API integration" section, click "Configure".

In the "Admin API access scopes" section, enable following access scopes:

read_analytics

read_assigned_fulfillment_orders

read_orders

read_all_orders

read_order_edits

read_returns

read_discounts

read_customers

read_products

read_inventory

After choosing correct scopes, click Save.


4) Copy & save your API token

After saving the correct access scopes, go back to "Overview" tab. In "Install to get your access token" section, click "Install app".

When app is installed, you are able to reveal your API token once. Copy and save your Admin API access token in a secure place. Deliver this token securely to your Sellforte Point of Contact.

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