How to connect OpenAI Responses and Shopify
Create a New Scenario to Connect OpenAI Responses and Shopify
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a OpenAI Responses, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, OpenAI Responses or Shopify will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find OpenAI Responses or Shopify, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the OpenAI Responses Node
Select the OpenAI Responses node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the OpenAI Responses
Click on the OpenAI Responses node to configure it. You can modify the OpenAI Responses URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Shopify Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the OpenAI Responses node, select Shopify from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Shopify.

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Authenticate Shopify
Now, click the Shopify node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Shopify settings. Authentication allows you to use Shopify through Latenode.
Configure the OpenAI Responses and Shopify Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the OpenAI Responses and Shopify Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring OpenAI Responses, Shopify, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the OpenAI Responses and Shopify integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between OpenAI Responses and Shopify (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect OpenAI Responses and Shopify
OpenAI Responses + Shopify + Slack: When OpenAI provides a customer support answer, this automation checks if it leads to a new order in Shopify. If a new order is created, a notification is sent to a Slack channel.
Shopify + OpenAI Responses + Google Sheets: When a new product is created in Shopify, this automation sends the product description to OpenAI for analysis. The insights from OpenAI are then added as a new row in a Google Sheet.
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About OpenAI Responses
Need AI-powered text generation? Use OpenAI Responses in Latenode to automate content creation, sentiment analysis, and data enrichment directly within your workflows. Streamline tasks like generating product descriptions or classifying customer feedback. Latenode lets you chain AI tasks with other services, adding logic and routing based on results – all without code.
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About Shopify
Sync Shopify orders, customers, or inventory data with other apps using Latenode. Automate fulfillment, update databases, or trigger marketing campaigns based on sales events. Use visual workflows to customize logic without code, and scale processes affordably based on execution time.
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FAQ OpenAI Responses and Shopify
How can I connect my OpenAI Responses account to Shopify using Latenode?
To connect your OpenAI Responses account to Shopify on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select OpenAI Responses and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your OpenAI Responses and Shopify accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I personalize product descriptions using OpenAI for my Shopify store?
Yes, you can! Latenode enables AI-powered description updates, improving SEO and customer engagement automatically via customized workflows that are easily scalable.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating OpenAI Responses with Shopify?
Integrating OpenAI Responses with Shopify allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Generate unique product descriptions for your Shopify store.
- Automatically respond to customer inquiries via Shopify using AI.
- Analyze customer reviews and identify areas for product improvement.
- Create personalized marketing emails based on Shopify purchase history.
- Flag potentially fraudulent orders based on AI-driven risk assessment.
How can I trigger OpenAI Responses workflows based on Shopify events?
Latenode’s real-time triggers let you instantly activate OpenAI workflows from Shopify events like new orders, creating dynamic and responsive automations.
Are there any limitations to the OpenAI Responses and Shopify integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by OpenAI and Shopify may affect high-volume workflows.
- Complex prompt engineering may require some experimentation and refinement.
- Custom Shopify fields might need JavaScript code to be fully integrated.