Shopify Partner Program
Build apps, themes and stores — or refer merchants — inside the Shopify commerce ecosystem.
Shopify's partner program covers app developers, theme creators, store-building agencies, service providers and affiliates. Partners get APIs, CLI tools, docs and a large developer community; Shopify says it paid partners $1.3B in 2025.
- APIs, docs and CLI tools
- Developer community forum
- Built for Shopify program
- Partner events
Shopify partner program — FAQ
- How much does the Shopify partner program pay?
- Shopify doesn't publish a fixed commission; terms are agreed when you're accepted.
- Who can join the Shopify partner program?
- Shopify works with agency, integrator / msp, affiliate, referral partners in Global.
- How do I apply to become a Shopify partner?
- Shopify isn't on PartnersWatch yet. Apply on this page and we forward your application to Shopify's partner team, then tell you when they pick it up — or apply directly on Shopify's own site.
- Is PartnersWatch affiliated with Shopify?
- No. We list Shopify's program from its own public partner page, last checked 2026-10-02. Shopify can claim, correct or remove this listing at any time.
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Spocket Affiliate Program
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Printify Affiliate Program
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Fast Bundle Affiliate Program
Earn 25% lifetime commission on referred Shopify merchants.