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How to Connect Shopify Store

By the FLUXLIO team · Updated

Connecting Shopify allows you to push products you've imported from suppliers like AliExpress or Amazon directly to your own storefront.

This connection uses Shopify's secure API, giving FLUXLIO the ability to create products and sync stock levels without needing your login password.

Step 1: Create a Custom App in Shopify

  1. Log in to your Shopify Admin.
  2. Go to Settings → Apps and sales channels → Develop apps.
  3. Click 'Create an app' and give it a name like 'FLUXLIO'.
  4. Click 'Configure Admin API scopes'.
  5. Search for and tick 'write_products' and 'read_products'.
  6. Click 'Save', then click 'Install app'.

Step 2: Connect to FLUXLIO

  1. In Shopify, go to the 'API credentials' tab and copy the 'Admin API access token' (it starts with shpat_).
  2. Open FLUXLIO and go to the 'Sales channels' page.
  3. Find the Shopify section and enter your 'Store address' (e.g., mystore.myshopify.com).
  4. Paste the token into the 'Admin API access token' field.
  5. Click 'Connect Shopify'.

Frequently asked questions

Can I connect multiple Shopify stores?

Currently, FLUXLIO supports one Shopify connection per account.

Does it sync prices back to Shopify?

Yes, if the supplier price changes, FLUXLIO can update your Shopify selling price based on your margin rules.

Is there a trial for Shopify users?

Yes, every new user gets a 7-day free trial without a credit card.

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