Prerequisites for Creating a Connection
Before you can create a connection with the Shopify Adapter, you must satisfy the following prerequisites:
Note:
Private applications are deprecated in the Shopify application and a new private application cannot be created in Shopify as of January 2022. However, existing private applications are not yet retired and work.Create a Custom Application
To create a custom application in Shopify, you use the Shopify administration console. Follow the instructions mentioned under these topics:
- Create the app
- Select API scopes
- Install the app and get the API access tokens
Obtain the Admin API Access Token and API Secret Key
You must obtain the values for your Admin API access token and API secret key.
Create a Private Application
To create a private application in Shopify, you use the Shopify administration console. When you save your private application, Shopify automatically generates API credentials. You'll use these credentials when you configure security for your Shopify Adapter connection.
To create a private application in Shopify: