Shopify to mailchimp automatic contact update vs manual

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Topic summary

A user inquires whether Mailchimp’s API supports automatic refreshing of new customer information or requires manual management.

Response provided:

  • Mailchimp’s API enables automatic customer data updates through two methods:
    • Webhooks for real-time synchronization
    • Scheduled API calls for periodic data syncing
  • Native integration exists for e-commerce platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce, which can handle automatic customer data synchronization

The discussion remains open, with the responder asking if the original poster needs guidance on a specific implementation approach.

Summarized with AI on October 30. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.
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Does the Mailchimp API support regular refresh of new customer info, or is this manually managed?

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hi @aguanewyork

Mailchimp’s API does make it possible to automatically update customer details. You can implement webhooks for real-time updates or scheduled API calls to periodically sync fresh customer details.

If you’re integrating with an online store, Mailchimp also has native sync capabilities for stores such as Shopify and WooCommerce.

Are you looking for a particular implementation approach?