Shopify Access Token Generator
Generate Shopify Admin API access tokens in 60 seconds — using your own app credentials. No app store approval. No third-party trust.
Custom apps require OAuth
Shopify’s custom apps are powerful, but getting an access token requires a full OAuth flow. Here’s what developers deal with:
No instant API tokens
Custom apps don't give you a token directly — you need to complete an OAuth handshake first.
Complex setup required
Creating an app, configuring redirect URLs, setting scopes, handling callbacks... it adds up fast.
OAuth is complex to DIY
Building a full OAuth 2.0 Authorization Code flow just to get one token is painful.
Third-party tools store your secrets
Most online generators ask for your client secret and token — and you have no idea what they do with them.
A lightweight OAuth relay
You bring your credentials — we handle the OAuth handshake. Built and maintained by Datora.
Your Own Credentials
Use YOUR Shopify app's Client ID & Secret. We never create apps on your behalf — you stay in full control.
Nothing Stored
Your access token is shown once and never saved. Client secrets are discarded after the OAuth flow. We keep nothing sensitive.
Done in 60 Seconds
Enter credentials, pick scopes, approve on Shopify, copy your token. Three steps, no waiting.
Four steps to your token
Want more depth? Read the full step-by-step guide or browse every API scope.
Create a Custom App
Head to the Shopify Dev Dashboard and create a new app. Copy the Client ID and Secret from Settings.
Enter Credentials & Scopes
Paste your app credentials, pick the API scopes you need, and hit Generate.
Approve on Shopify
You're redirected to Shopify's consent screen. Review the permissions and click Install.
Copy Your Token
Your access token is displayed once. Copy it, store it safely, and start building — we don't keep it.
Built on trust
Access tokens are shown once and never stored — not even encrypted
Your credentials are never shared — only you and Shopify are involved
Client secrets are discarded and OAuth sessions expire in 10 minutes
Built and maintained by Datora, a Shopify agency you can trust
Free guides for Shopify developers
Long-form references that cover everything you need to know about Shopify Admin API tokens.
How to get a Shopify Admin API access token
Step-by-step guide to OAuth in 2026 — manual flow or our free generator. Covers app setup, scopes, and the new Dev Dashboard.
Complete Shopify Admin API scope reference
Every scope organized by category, with common scope sets, best practices, and least-privilege guidance.
Shopify OAuth errors: codes & fixes
invalid_request, invalid_grant, HMAC failed, 401 Unauthorized — symptom, cause, and the fix for each one.
How to use a Shopify access token
Working code examples in cURL, Node.js, Python, and PHP. REST and GraphQL, with rate limits and pagination.
Custom App vs Public App vs Private App
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Storefront token vs Admin token
Two different Shopify APIs, two different tokens. Which one is safe in the browser, which one stays on the server, and how to pick.
How to refresh or rotate a Shopify token
Why there's no refresh_token, the safe rotation procedure, and what to do if a token leaks. Includes revoke API examples.
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Curated roundup of the OAuth helpers, GraphQL explorers, CLIs, client libraries, tunnels, and webhook testers worth knowing about.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you store my Shopify access token or client secret?+
No. The access token is shown once after the OAuth flow completes and is never persisted to our database. Your client secret is held only in the active OAuth session and discarded when the session ends. Sessions expire after 10 minutes.
Do I need to sign up to use the generator?+
Yes — a free account is required so the OAuth relay endpoint can be rate-limited and abuse can be blocked. Signup never asks for your Shopify password and the token is not stored after it is shown to you.
Which Shopify access scopes can I request?+
Any scope a Shopify Custom App supports — read/write products, orders, customers, inventory, fulfillment, themes, content, and more. See the Shopify Admin API scopes reference for the full catalog and recommended bundles per use case.
How long is my OAuth session valid?+
The OAuth session expires 10 minutes after you start the flow. If you do not complete it within that window — install the Custom App on your store and approve the requested scopes — you need to restart from the credentials step.
Does this work with Shopify Plus and embedded apps?+
Yes for Shopify Plus stores. For embedded apps that need Token Exchange via App Bridge, use the manual OAuth approach in the guide. A staff account with permission to install a Custom App is required to complete the approval step.
Ready to generate your token?
Stop fighting Shopify’s OAuth flow. Get your access token in under a minute.