How to Update Seatext Integration on Shopify

Quick answer: update in three places

Updating Seatext on Shopify is not a single button. You need to check three areas: the Seatext app or script in your theme, the product description tag, and your Seatext AI account settings. Most issues come from a theme update removing the snippet or a domain change breaking the account link.

Start with the Shopify admin. Open Online Store > Themes, find your active theme, and click Edit code. Look in the Layout folder for theme.liquid. Confirm the Seatext JavaScript snippet is still there and matches the code in your SEATEXT AI account. If you changed themes or installed a theme update, paste the current snippet again and click Save.

Next, check the product template. The product description output must be wrapped with the required data- attribute. If a theme update replaced product.liquid or product-template.liquid, the tag may be gone. Re-add it and test one product page.

Finally, log in to your SEATEXT AI account and confirm the primary domain still matches your live Shopify domain. If you moved from a development domain to production, create a separate account for the new domain. Development URLs such as localhost are restricted.

Why updates are needed

Seatext works by reading your Shopify pages and letting AI agents rewrite copy, match landing pages to ad keywords, and optimize product descriptions. If the snippet or tag is missing, the agents cannot see your content. A theme update, app reinstall, or domain change can silently break the integration.

Ignoring updates means your store keeps running, but the AI features stop working. You may not notice until conversion rates drop or ad landing pages stop matching keywords. A quick check after any theme change prevents that.

Step 1: Check the Seatext app or script in Shopify

If you installed Seatext through the Shopify App Store, open Settings > Apps and sales channels in your admin. Look for Seatext and check for an available update. Shopify sometimes shows an Update button next to apps with newer versions.

If you installed Seatext manually by pasting code, go to Online Store > Themes > Edit code. Open theme.liquid in the Layout folder. Compare the snippet with the one in your SEATEXT AI account. If they differ, replace the old code with the current snippet and save.

Step 2: Verify the product description tag

Open the product template file, usually product.liquid or product-template.liquid. Find the product description output. It must be wrapped with the data- attribute that Seatext uses to identify the description.

If the tag is missing, add it back exactly as shown in the Seatext documentation. Save the file and preview a product page. Use your browser's developer tools to inspect the HTML and confirm the attribute is present.

Step 3: Re-authenticate if needed

If Seatext stops working after a password change, app reinstall, or Shopify admin permission change, re-authenticate. Open the Seatext app in Shopify and follow the connection prompt. For manual installs, log in to your SEATEXT AI account and confirm the domain is still listed as the primary URL.

If you use multiple domains, such as a staging site and a live store, create a separate Seatext account for each domain. Each account is linked to a single primary URL. Using one account for two domains causes unreliable traffic association.

Step 4: Test the integration

After updating, test one product page and one landing page. Check that the Seatext script loads without errors in the browser console. Confirm the product description tag appears in the HTML source. If you use the Google Ads Landing Page agent, click a test ad and verify the page copy changes to match the keyword.

A common mistake is saving the snippet in the wrong theme. Shopify stores often have a live theme and an unpublished draft. Make sure you edit the theme that is actually published. After saving, clear your browser cache or open the page in a private window to see the latest version.

When to update Seatext on Shopify

Check for updates after any of these events:

• You install a new Shopify theme or update your current theme.
• You reinstall the Seatext app or change Shopify admin permissions.
• You move from a development domain to a live domain.
• You change your store's primary domain.
• Seatext features stop working or product descriptions stop changing.

You do not need to update daily. A monthly check plus a check after any theme or domain change is enough for most stores.

Key facts

Limitations and when this advice does not apply

This guide assumes you already have a working Seatext integration. If you never installed the snippet or tag, start with the initial setup guide instead. If your store uses a custom theme with heavily modified product templates, the file names may differ. Search for the product description output in any file that renders product content.

Seatext does not work on localhost or dynamic development domains. If you test on a staging URL, create a separate account for that domain. The AI remains inert until activated, so an update alone does not change your live content unless you activate agents.

Terminology

theme.liquid: The main layout file in Shopify themes. It loads on every page and is the standard place for the Seatext script.

data- attribute: A custom HTML attribute that marks the product description for Seatext to read and rewrite.

Primary domain: The main URL linked to your Seatext account. Each account works with one primary domain only.

FAQ

How do I know if my Seatext integration is outdated?

Check the snippet in theme.liquid against your SEATEXT AI account. If the code differs, or if product descriptions stop changing, the integration is outdated or broken.

Do I need to update Seatext after a Shopify theme update?

Yes. Theme updates can overwrite theme.liquid and product templates. Re-check the snippet and data- attribute after every theme update.

Can I use one Seatext account for multiple Shopify stores?

No. Create a separate Seatext account for each website or domain. Each account is linked to a single primary URL.

What happens if I ignore a broken Seatext integration?

The AI agents stop working. Landing pages no longer match ad keywords, product copy stops optimizing, and conversion features go silent. The store still runs, but the AI benefits disappear.

How long does a Seatext update take?

Checking the snippet and tag takes a few minutes. Re-pasting code and saving takes under a minute. Testing one product page adds another minute or two.

Does updating Seatext cost anything?

Updating the integration itself is free. You need an active Seatext plan to use the AI features, but re-pasting code or re-authenticating does not add a charge.