Shopify App Development

Custom Shopify App Development Built to Spec, Not Off the Shelf

Public, private, and embedded apps built with Remix, React, and Shopify’s native APIs. From a single internal tool to a fully billable App Store product, we scope it, build it, and get it approved.

Rated 4.9/5 by 120+ Shopify founders

Aura Skincare — AI-Discoverable BrandLive Case Study

AI Referral Traffic+42%

AI Citations+180

Product Schema Coverage100%

One of 60+ Shopify brands made AI-discoverable and supported by our team.

+37%

Avg conversion lift

120+

Shopify stores optimized

800+

A/B tests executed

$40M+

Revenue influenced

RECOGNIZED BY THE INDUSTRY'S MOST TRUSTED PLATFORMS

what's we build?

Every kind of Shopify app, one team

Four app types, one team. Not sure which one fits? We’ll help you scope it on the call.

Public App Store Apps

Built to list and monetize on the Shopify App Store

Private & Custom Apps

Single-store tools installed directly, no listing needed

Embedded Admin Apps

Native-feeling tools inside the Shopify admin

Checkout & Functions Apps

Discount logic, validation, and UI at checkout

Document

admin.shopify.com/apps/your-app

Your App — Dashboard

Store connectionCONNECTED

Session authenticationACTIVE

Polaris UI versionv12

App Bridge statusEMBEDDED

Native Admin Experience

Feels Like Part of Shopify, Not a Bolt-On

Every embedded app we build runs on App Bridge and Polaris, so merchants never feel like they’ve left Shopify admin to use your tool. No separate login, no jarring UI, no confusion.

Polaris components, pixel for pixel

App Bridge navigation, modals & toasts

Session token authentication

Shopify Store

Order placed

Webhook Listener

orders/create

Your App

Processes & validates

ERP / CRM

Synced in real time

API & Webhook Integrations

Real-Time Data, Zero Manual Syncing

Webhooks and the GraphQL Admin API keep your app in sync with Shopify the moment something changes orders, inventory, customers, or fulfillment without a single scheduled poll job.

Webhook listeners for every event that matters

GraphQL Admin API with bulk operations

Automatic retries & failure alerts

Tech Stack

Built on what Shopify recommends

No outdated Shopify CLI 2 or Ruby scaffolding, every app is built on the current, supported stack.

Remix

Node.js

react

graphQL

Polaris

App Bridge

The Real Difference

Standard Theme vs Headless Storefront

Here’s what changes when the frontend is built from scratch instead of assembled from a theme and app stack.

area

Public App

custom app

Embedded / Private App

Distribution

Listed on the Shopify App Store

Installed directly through the Partner Dashboard

Sits inside Shopify admin via App Bridge

Who it's for

Any Shopify merchant

One specific store

One store, native admin feel

Review required

Yes, full technical review checklist

No review process required

No public listing review

Monetization

Billing API , one-time, recurring, usage

Not applicable, built for internal use

Typical timeline

6–8 weeks

4–6 weeks

export async function action({ request }) {

const { admin } = await authenticate.admin(request);

const response = await admin.graphql(\`mutation {...}\`);

return json({ ok: true });

}

// webhooks/app_uninstalled.js

export const webhook = "APP_UNINSTALLED";

✓ Passed

App Store Review

✓Manifest validated

✓Webhooks verified

✓Billing API tested

✓Ready to publish

Native Admin Experience

Feels Like Part of Shopify, Not a Bolt-On

Every embedded app we build runs on App Bridge and Polaris, so merchants never feel like they’ve left Shopify admin to use your tool. No separate login, no jarring UI, no confusion.

100% App Store review pass rate

API-version proof by design

Weekly sandbox demos

Post-launch monitoring included

How we work?

From scope to App Store approval

A fixed process so you know exactly what happens next, every step of the way.

1. Scope & API audit

We map the exact Admin/Storefront API scopes, webhooks, and data flows your app needs before a line of code is written.

2. Architecture & wireframes

Remix app structure, database schema, and Polaris UI wireframes signed off before development starts.

3. Build in weekly sprints

You get a staging link every week to test against a real sandbox store, not a mockup.

4. Billing & webhook hardening

Billing API, GDPR webhooks, and error handling stress-tested before anything goes near review.

5. Review & launch

We submit to Shopify's review team, handle every round of feedback, and stay on until the app is approved and live

Our Team

The team behind our Shopify app development

Every app is built by dedicated specialists, not a single generalist juggling every role.

Team Lead

Present on every project, the team lead owns app strategy, assigns roles, and keeps delivery on track against the agreed milestones.

Shopify Frontend Developers

They build the Polaris and App Bridge experience — the embedded admin UI and any storefront-facing screens your app needs.

Shopify Backend Developers

Responsible for building the app from scratch on Remix and Node.js — Admin GraphQL calls, webhooks, billing logic, and ongoing maintenance.

QA Engineer

Tests the app against Shopify’s review checklist and real store scenarios to make sure it’s stable before it ever reaches a merchant.

UI/UX Designer

Designs intuitive, Polaris-consistent screens for your Shopify app that feel native to admin and are built to convert.

Project Manager

Handles communication with every stakeholder, gathers project requirements, and controls the process end to end.

Engagement Options

Pick the build that fits

Every project is scoped individually, these are starting points, not fixed packages.

Single-Purpose App

$8,000

starting

One focused private or custom app solving one workflow problem.

most common

Embedded App Store App

$18,000

per month starting

A billable public app ready for the Shopify App Store from day one.

Enterprise / Plus App Suite

$40,000+

per month starting

Multiple integrated apps, Functions, and checkout extensions for complex operations.

Proof of Work

Case Studies

A few of the stores we’ve made discoverable and purchasable through AI assistants.

Northgate Supply

A B2B Ordering App That Replaced 40 Hours of Manual Work a Week

Embedded B2B app with company accounts, tiered pricing, and net-terms checkout — cutting order processing from days to minutes, with 3.2k monthly active users and a 4.9★ client rating.

InkWorks

Automating Print-on-Demand Fulfillment

First custom public app built and shipped for InkWorks, syncing orders straight to print vendors and removing manual fulfillment entirely.

Bramble & Co.

Unifying Retail and Wholesale Ordering

Custom B2B ordering app built for a Shopify Plus merchant, bringing retail and wholesale onto one storefront with real-time inventory sync.

Loop Loyalty

Retention Starts With Identity

Smart login and rewards app built for Shopify brands, turning one-time buyers into repeat customers through tiered loyalty perks.

faqs

frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a public, private, and custom Shopify app?

Public apps are listed on the Shopify App Store and installable by any merchant. Custom apps are built for one store, installed directly through the Partner Dashboard. Private/embedded apps sit inside Shopify admin using App Bridge and Polaris for a native feel.

How long does it take to build a Shopify app?

A focused single-purpose app typically takes 4 to 6 weeks. Apps with billing, multi-store support, or deeper API integrations usually run 8 to 10 weeks depending on scope.

Do you handle Shopify App Store submission and review?

Yes. We prepare listing assets, handle the technical review checklist, respond to Shopify’s review team, and manage resubmissions until the app is approved and live.

What tech stack do you use to build Shopify apps?

Remix is our default framework per Shopify’s current recommendation, paired with React, Polaris for UI, App Bridge for embedding, and GraphQL for the Admin API. Node.js handles backend logic and webhooks.

Can you add billing and subscriptions to a Shopify app?

Yes. We implement Shopify’s Billing API for one-time charges, recurring subscriptions, and usage-based pricing, so your app can monetize from day one without a separate payment processor.

Can an app include custom checkout functionality?

Yes. We implement Shopify’s Billing API for one-time charges, recurring subscriptions, and usage-based pricing, so your app can monetize from day one without a separate payment processor.

Do you build apps for Shopify Plus specifically?

Yes, through Shopify Functions and Checkout UI Extensions we can ship discount logic, validation rules, custom banners, and post-purchase upsells as part of the same app.

What happens after the app is launched?

Every build includes a post-launch monitoring window covering crash reports, webhook failures, and Shopify API version deprecations, with an ongoing support plan available after that.

Can you migrate or rebuild an existing Shopify app?

Yes. We commonly rebuild apps still on the deprecated Shopify CLI 2 / Ruby stack, or apps failing new API version checks, onto the current Remix and GraphQL-based architecture.

How much does Shopify app development cost?

Single-purpose custom apps typically start at $8,000. Public apps with billing and multi-merchant support range from $18,000 to $45,000+ depending on integrations and complexity.