# Shopify token authentication ## Introduction To authenticate Shopify connectors using tokens, a Shopify custom app is required to grant Patchworks' access. From 1st January 2026, Shopify custom apps were discontinued. If you have an existing custom app for Patchworks access, you can continue to use the associated credentials for token authentication Otherwise, you must [install the Patchworks app from the Shopify marketplace](https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/connectors-and-instances/patchworks-connectors/shopify-prebuilt-connector/..#installing-the-shopify-app). This creates a connector and adds an authenticated connector instance seamlessly. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/connectors-and-instances/patchworks-connectors/shopify-prebuilt-connector/shopify-token-authentication.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.