OAuth Flow Bypassed on App Reinstall in CLI Template

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Topic summary

OAuth flow is being bypassed when reinstalling an extension‑only app built from the CLI template, sending the install directly to the app’s redirect URL instead of running authorization. A screen recording was provided demonstrating the behavior.

Environment/context:

  • Template: extension‑only app (clarified after asking about template type).
  • Install path: via Admin for extension‑only apps.

Latest update:

  • This behavior was identified as a bug specific to installing extension‑only apps via the Admin. The team has been informed and plans to fix it; no fix or timeline is given in the thread.

Impact and requests:

  • The issue is preventing the app from meeting App Store acceptance requirements.
  • The poster asked what they can do in the meantime (e.g., workaround or guidance).

Status:

  • No resolution yet; no workaround or alternative install flow provided.
  • Awaiting an official fix from the team; key question (temporary mitigation for store review) remains unanswered.
Summarized with AI on January 16. AI used: gpt-5.
1

Hello, I’m using a CLI template to build an app extension. The template is supposed to handle the OAuth flow automatically. However, when I uninstall the app from my development shop and try to reinstall it, the OAuth process is skipped and it goes directly to my redirect URL.

I’ve also captured this issue in a recording: Recording Link.

Would appreciate any assistance. Thank you.

2

Hi :waving_hand:

Could you confirm what App template and version you are using? (Remix, Node, Ruby?)

3

Hi Lizk, I’m using the extension-only app template.

4

Hi :waving_hand:

Thanks for flagging this. This is a bug with the install via the Admin for extension only apps. The team is now aware and will resolve this.

5

Thank you Lizk. We are in the process of getting our app accepted into the app store but this is the only issue missing in order to be accepted. what can we do?