# Update the theme

Source: https://themes.spicydesign.ca/help/getting-started/update-the-theme/
Updated: 2026-11-12

Update your theme safely: make a backup copy, read the release notes, apply the update from the Themes page and check your store.


Make a backup copy, read what changed, then update from your Themes page. Your live store keeps working until you publish.

1. Read the [release notes](https://themes.spicydesign.ca/help/releases/). They list what changed in each version.
2. In your Shopify admin, select **Online Store** (marker 1).
3. Select the three dots next to your live theme, then select **Duplicate**. This is your backup.
4. Look for an update notice on your theme. Shopify shows it on this page when a new version is ready.
5. Follow Shopify's steps to update. You may get the new version as a draft copy.

![Shopify admin, Online Store, Themes page. Marker 1 is the Online Store menu item. Marker 2 is the Edit theme button for the live theme.](https://themes.spicydesign.ca/help/shots/admin-themes.webp)

6. Select **Edit theme** (marker 2) on the updated theme.
7. Check your home page, a product page, the cart and your menus.
8. Select **Publish** on the updated theme. If something looks wrong, publish your backup again.

## Good to know

- Changes you make in the theme editor are usually kept. Check your logo, colors and menus anyway.
- Editing the theme's code stops easy updates. Code edits are not supported.
- Need code changes? Duplicate your theme first, then ask a [Shopify Partner](https://www.shopify.com/partners/directory).
- Something broke? See [Troubleshooting](https://themes.spicydesign.ca/help/faq/troubleshooting/).