Custom Shopify App Development
When off-the-shelf apps don’t cut it, we build custom Shopify apps that solve your specific business challenges. Whether you need to integrate suppliers, automate processes, or add unique functionality to your store, our custom apps are tailored to work seamlessly within Shopify while keeping your store fast and efficient.
Why choose us.
for Custom Shopify App Development
Vast Experience on Shopify APIs
We're not generalists. We've built more than 100 custom apps exclusively on Shopify. Some are backend-only, some have a dashboard embedded in the Shopify admin, some have a frontend of their own.
Our experience allows us to create custom solutions that are reliable, and make the best possible use of the Shopify APIs.
Knowledge of Scalable Solutions
Some of our apps are handling traffic of Shopify stores with several thousands of orders daily. Some are handling product listings of over 100,000 products.
We build to scale. As your business grows, we can expand features and functionalities without requiring a full rebuild, keeping development costs under control.
Effective Budget Allocation
Our experience allows us to decide how your exact budget should be allocated on the project. When should a third party be used vs. a fully custom feature? What's the most reliable and quickest way to achieve a result? How do we manage recurring hosting costs?
We can help you decide whether a basic automation will work, or whether you need advanced features like monitoring, alerts, optimization of computing resources, etc.
Built for Your Exact Needs
Shopify’s existing apps cover general needs, but they often lack flexibility. A lot of stores have backend operations or optimizations they want to achieve, that no other app can fulfill.
That's where custom apps come in. The Shopify APIs provide endless possibilities. You can achieve almost anything you can think of. Including your own preferred ways to customize functionality without updating the code.
Our process.
Understanding the Problem
We start by identifying the specific issue or feature you need. This includes understanding your store, workflows, and technical requirements to ensure we build the right solution.
Defining the Solution
We create a detailed plan for the app, including functionality, design, and Shopify integration points. Wireframes or flow diagrams are usually shared to outline how the app will work.
Development
We develop the app using Shopify's APIs, writing clean and scalable code. Our apps are tested for speed, reliability, and seamless operation with your store.
Testing and Deployment
The app undergoes extensive functional testing, including Shopify Admin and storefront scenarios. Once ready, it’s deployed to your store, and we gather feedback to fine-tune the solution.
Tools and methods.
Deployment platforms
Custom Shopify apps are hosted in external servers, with the exception of certain extensions usually available to Shopify Plus stores.
Our deployment services of choice are: Google Firebase and the Google Cloud Platform, Heroku and Fly.io.
All these services can be connected to databases such as Google Firestore, MongoDB, SQL, etc., and integrated with monitoring tools such as Sentry.io.
Shopify APIs
We use Shopify’s Admin, Storefront, and Checkout APIs to build apps that integrate seamlessly into your store. These APIs allow us to create custom backend features, automate workflows, and enhance customer-facing functionality.
For tasks like inventory updates, product syncs, or order management, we ensure deep integration that aligns with your store’s operations. All development follows Shopify's standards to guarantee stability and compatibility.
Frameworks and languages
Our custom apps are powered by modern, reliable frameworks such as Next.js or Remix. These frameworks are used to handle complex logic, user-facing interfaces, and any kind of functionality.
We mostly use Node.js, but we also have extensive experience with Python and PHP.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Will a custom app slow down my store?
99% of custom apps don't affect the Shopify website itself, compared to theme work. This is because they mainly provide backend features. In case an app interacts with the frontend, we prioritize performance by using best practices when it comes to how assets load on the user's browser, and providing a good user experience.
How do I know if I need a custom app?
If you haven't looked at all available apps in the Shopify app store (we can help you with it) and haven't found anything that suits your requirements, a custom app is what you need.
Also, if you're using a public app which costs large amounts yearly, a one-time custom build can replace it and end up costing a lot less on the long term.
What if I need new features in the future?
We build apps to be scalable and easy to extend. Adding new features or updating existing ones is straightforward and cost-effective.
With custom Shopify apps, you own and have full control of the code, compared to using an app from the Shopify app store.
How long does it take to build a custom app?
Timelines depend on complexity. Some features can be achieved within 1 week. Most medium scale apps apps take 2–4 weeks, including testing and deployment. Very large apps (e.g. full-stack with multiple screens, complicated features and database schemas) can take up to 12 weeks.
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