Merchants can lose access to their entire business infrastructure — storefronts, customer data, and payment processing — with little or no notice if Shopify deems them in violation.
This policy primarily governs merchants using Shopify, but it also protects consumers who shop on Shopify-powered stores by prohibiting deceptive practices, counterfeit goods, and illegal services. Merchants found in violation can have their stores suspended or terminated, which may interrupt access to products or services consumers have paid for. If you believe a Shopify merchant is selling counterfeit or illegal products, you can report them via Shopify's Trust & Safety team at https://www.shopify.com/legal/report-abuse.