Build and run your store
Shopify, wherever you AI
AI app builders to bring your vision to life
Create your dream storefront, then make it sales-ready with Shopify—checkout, payments, and scale built in.
Chat assistants to keep business moving
Add products, check orders, update prices, and pull reports from your go-to AI chat partner.
Dev tools to give your CLI commerce superpowers
Run your store and extend it with custom themes, apps, and integrations—all from your terminal.
Get started
In your terminal, run claude plugin install:
claude plugin install shopify-ai-toolkit@claude-plugins-officialGet started
In your terminal, run codex plugin add:
codex plugin add shopify@openai-curatedGet started
In your terminal, install the Shopify plugin:
agy plugin install https://github.com/Shopify/shopify-ai-toolkitGet started
In Cursor Chat, add the Shopify plugin:
/add-plugin shopifyGet started
In your terminal, download the install script and run it:
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Shopify/Shopify-AI-Toolkit/main/.hermes-plugin/install.sh -o /tmp/shopify-hermes-install.sh && bash /tmp/shopify-hermes-install.shGet started
In your terminal, install the Shopify plugin from npm:
openclaw plugins install npm:@shopify/ai-toolkitGet started
In your terminal, install the package from npm:
pi install npm:@shopify/ai-toolkitGet started
- Ensure the Agent plugins preview is enabled in your VS Code settings.
- Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P on macOS, Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows/Linux) and run:
Chat: Install Plugin From Source - When prompted, enter the repository URL:
https://github.com/Shopify/shopify-ai-toolkit
Meet Sidekick. Your built-in Shopify expert.
Built for Shopify. Included with every plan.
Analyze sales, edit your storefront, or launch a discount. Sidekick is tuned for Shopify, knows your store, and points you to the next best move—right within your admin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use multiple AI tools to build or manage my store?
Yes. You can mix and match—one tool for storefront design, another for app development, another for order management or analytics. Shopify's integrations with other tools and the AI Toolkit help keep everything connected, so you can run your business from wherever you already chat, code, and work.
Do I need to know how to code to build or manage a store with these AI tools?
For most use cases, no. AI builders are designed so you can describe what you want and have it built for you. Shopify connectors to chat assistants are also designed to be used with plain language. Coding knowledge becomes more useful when using dev tools through the Shopify AI Toolkit—but even then, the AI does most of the heavy lifting.
What parts of my store are powered by Shopify vs. a vibe coding tool?
AI app builders typically handle the storefront layer—design, layout, copy, and UI. Shopify powers the commerce engine underneath—products, inventory, checkout, payments, taxes, shipping, and the admin dashboard. So even when your storefront is custom-built by a vibe coding tool, the store is powered by Shopify.
Can I connect an existing Shopify store to one of these AI tools?
Yes. Most AI tool integrations support both creating new Shopify stores and connecting existing ones. Setup steps vary by tool.
Can I keep using my favorite AI tools after my store is live?
Yes. AI tools aren't just for setup—you can keep using them to update your storefront, generate content, build apps, or manage inventory. Because Shopify keeps the commerce backend stable, you can add or swap AI tools over time without disrupting your store.
How does Shopify protect my store and customers data when using these AI tools?
AI tools connect to your store with permissions you set, and you can change or revoke access anytime. Any tool that connects is required to handle your data under Shopify's API terms, and sensitive customer information—like checkout and payments—is always processed by Shopify directly. You can also review connected apps and recent activity from your admin.
