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security.txt File Missing on Shopify

No /.well-known/security.txt file found. This file helps security researchers report vulnerabilities responsibly.

Issue ID: SEC-SECURITY-TXT-001Severity: advisoryEffort: S

Why this matters

No /.well-known/security.txt file found. This file helps security researchers report vulnerabilities responsibly. This affects browser trust signals and whether visitors feel safe submitting contact details.

Shopify fix path

How to fix this on Shopify

Use theme settings, page settings, or theme code.

  1. 1Find the source of the issue in Shopify admin.
  2. 2Apply the change.
  3. 3Preview and publish.

After you fix it

  • Navigate to /.well-known/security.txt and confirm it exists with valid fields

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