shopify-headless-commerce

Name: shopify-headless-commerce
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Author: Frontic

Manage Shopify carts, checkouts, and customer accounts via the Storefront API.

Updated Feb 13, 2026

Search Tags:#graphql #e-commerce #checkout #shopify #cart #storefront api #headless commerce

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npx skills add https://github.com/frontic/skills --skill shopify-headless-commerce

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Skill: shopify-headless-commerce
Source: https://github.com/frontic/skills/tree/main/shopify-headless-commerce
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/frontic/skills --skill shopify-headless-commerce

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables developers to build headless e-commerce storefronts by interacting with the Shopify Storefront API, specifically for managing carts, checkouts, and customer accounts.

Core Features & Use Cases

Cart Management: Create, update, and manage items in a Shopify cart, including applying discounts and gift cards.
Checkout Flow: Facilitate the checkout process by generating hosted checkout URLs.
Customer Accounts: Handle customer registration, login, profile updates, address management, and order history retrieval.
Use Case: A developer needs to integrate a custom front-end with Shopify's backend to manage a shopping cart, allowing users to add items, apply coupons, and proceed to a secure Shopify-hosted checkout.

Quick Start

Use the shopify-headless-commerce skill to create a new cart with a specific product variant and quantity.

Frequently Asked Questions about shopify-headless-commerce

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I manage a shopping cart with the Shopify Storefront API?▼

You can manage a shopping cart with the Shopify Storefront API by using mutations to create carts, update line items, and apply discounts or gift cards. This supports custom storefront integrations.

How does checkout work in Shopify headless commerce?▼

Checkout in Shopify headless commerce works by generating a hosted checkout URL from the Storefront API. You pass the cart ID to a mutation to redirect users to Shopify's secure checkout flow.

Can I handle customer authentication and profiles using GraphQL in Shopify?▼

Yes, you can handle customer authentication and profiles using GraphQL in Shopify. The Storefront API supports customer registration, login, profile updates, and address management via access tokens.

What is the best way to apply discounts to a cart in a Shopify headless storefront?▼

The best way to apply discounts to a cart in a Shopify headless storefront is to use Storefront API cart mutations. These mutations allow you to apply discount codes and gift cards directly to the cart.

Do I need a custom checkout to manage orders with the Shopify Storefront API?▼

No, you do not need a custom checkout to manage orders with the Shopify Storefront API. The API generates a Shopify hosted checkout URL, and you can retrieve customer order history using GraphQL queries.