Browse the top Shopify development companies that create high-performing online stores with custom themes, seamless integrations, and optimized user experiences. Our in-house experts have listed the best Shopify development agencies that can help you boost conversions and accelerate eCommerce growth.
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We are ONIL, Spain’s no. 1 rated Shopify experts. We work with entrepreneurs and businesses all over the world and we help them build successful businesses that delight their customers.Are you thinking of selling online and you don’t know where to start? Do you think that your store looks obsolete and it...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Email Marketing
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- Bilbao, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Voltage provides Shopify, Digital Marketing, Entertainment Marketing, and Web Design services...
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- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Victoria, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
microapps is a technology company with a worldwide distributed team across more than 5 countries. We help medium and large companies succeed in their ecommerce journey. Additionally, we offer email marketing toolkit used by some of the best companies in the world...
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Malaga, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stream9 is a Cleveland, Ohiobased custom software company founded in 2008. The boutique firm specializes in modern web and mobile applications, AI and machine learning integrations, and custom software toolsempowering businesses of all sizes with efficient, future-ready digital platforms. Stream9 operates as...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Boompah is a product design and digital experience studio that helps visionary teams bring ideas to life with rapid prototyping, UX/UI design and full-stack web development. They blend strategic insight, creative branding and analytics to help brands launch, refine and scale digital products and experiences...
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- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital marketing agency that is focused on increasing website visibility and traffic that generates our clients new business through various digital methodologies - SEO, PPC, website design and CRO strategies...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Middletown, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kick-start your project with the best offshore software development company at affordable prices. With the best offshore development team and project management practices, our 400+ AI-enabled developers ensure your software is unique and robust...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Maryland, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ontarget is a full-service digital development and marketing company that prioritizes client success over profits. With 13+ years of experience, we specialize in website and mobile app development, SEO, social media, and targeted advertising. Our expertise includes PHP (Laravel), Magento, WooCommerce, and...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Duckpin is an integrated agency delivering complete and cohesive brand experiences...
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- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Towson, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NextLeft is a digital content marketing and SEO agency based in San Diego, offering results-driven strategies for enterprise brands and local businesses. As a Certified B Corporation, the agency partners with in-house marketing teams to deliver transparent, measurable growth through technical SEO, content...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a cohesive team of independent creatives, entrepreneurs, and tech wizards focused on helping businesses attract, convert, and retain more customers through search. We specialize in search engine optimization, including ecommerce seo and seo for local businesses, as well as paid search advertising...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Burlington, Vermont
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A marketing consultancy company is called Luminary Digital. We are experts in website building, budget analysis, and marketing strategy & planning...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
45Press is a Canfield, Ohio based digital agency founded in 2014. The firm specializes in full-stack web development, WordPress VIP partnerships, DevOps, UI/UX design and hosting. Serving clients across entertainment, government, education and enterprise sectors, 45Press delivers polished, scalable digital...
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- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Canfield, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our team of specialists is responsible to provide consistent results, combining our creative ideas with our experience in the digital world. We help your company establish a meaningful relationship with your customers by connecting them with the digital tool that has become indispensable. Thanks to our...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Marrakesh, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Parent is a brand and digital design agency specialising in luxury and premium clients across a diverse range of market sectors. Parent build brands that build businesses using a collaborative, invested approach...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We’re Break the Web, the search marketing experts who demystify organic growth so you can focus on what to do with your new followers, leads, clients & shoppers. We're a beauty and cosmetics marketing agency that helps bring your beauty, skincare, and cosmetics products to high-intent shoppers...
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- eCommerce
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer professional pay per click, search engine optimization and social media marketing solutions...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For 15+ years, Fluid Studios has delivered stunning websites that create more business for their clients. They’ve refined the whole experience from the initial meeting to the long term support and beyond...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Baldock, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
hairyLemon Digital is based in Christchurch, New Zealand and focuses on working with clients across a wide range of industry sectors. We offer full service agency support from UX and customer experience, through to strategy, brand development and graphic design, website development and consultancy...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From the initial website and mobile app design to ongoing web and app maintenance, online marketing (Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Social Media Marketing (SMM), we provide a one-stop shopping experience for all businesses regardless of size...
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- SEO
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vantage Agency Ltd provides cutting edge digital marketing in SEO, Google Ads and Social Media Management. We help businesses grow, gain exposure, increase sales and leads and build brand awareness...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Magnetic is a full-service creative agency working across print, advertising, web and social to propel brands to their full potential. We combine strategy and creativity to achieve beautiful design...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital design agency based in glasgow, covering web design and SEO/PPC and digital marketing...
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- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We can print and design everything but we are mostly specialized in vehicle wraps...
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- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a Winnipeg Web Design & Digital Marketing agency. We help our clients discover, build and grow great data-driven WordPress websites to help generate and convert qualified traffic into leads and opportunities for our small to medium sized businesses and clients across Canada and the U.S...
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- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help businesses find perfect technology solutions for their needs.Our core specialization is e-commerce web development. As a Shopify Partner, we provide individual solutions to Shopify and are always up to date regarding software and technology...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Melbourne's No 1 social media agency providing real results for real businesses...
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- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We have created a DIY Mobile App Building Platform, that allows users to create custom native mobile apps without any technical know how...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bounce Design Inc. is a graphic design and brand strategy company in Winnipeg, Manitoba with diverse capabilities and expertise in the design of effective and unique marketing materials and websites for local and international clients...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Artiiseo web design provides web design, branding, and digital marketing services to businesses in Winnipeg and the surrounding area. We focus on creating modern websites, focused on converting your audience into customers...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Merging creativity, science and technology, we find what motivates your customers and drive them to take action...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We have a diverse team that includes designers, developers, SEO specialists and copywriters. We specialise in Craft CMS, Expression Engine, providing outsourced services (white-label if necessary) and Shopify development...
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 1999 our industry fluent web design and web development team build over 800 websites. Our main focus is to deliver clean, professional and most of all exceptional web design work to all our clients. Whether you need brochure website, unique e-commerce solution or large corporate website, Aroma Web...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A data-driven growth team that's worked with Fortune 500 brands and VC-backed startups. We specizlize in CRO and full-funnel growth plans...
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- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LIFTED SOLUTIONS is on a mission to ratify the internet of all ugly designs. That’s right - we’re design snobs - with a flare for good, clean code. Our goal is to help you - the client - achieve your business dreams and ascend above your competition. Located in Toronto and Los Angeles, we provided clients...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Award winning Web design & UX Design studio in Budapest...
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- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HOMESHOWOFF offers Web Development & SEO services for Trades Only!...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Socialion.agency is a Hungarian based "A new era marketing agency". We only focus on online media, and we always chase new types, of marketing platforms. To keep up, we designed our agency to as flexible as possible so we keep teaching not just our employees but also our customers, so they wil know what are...
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- Advertising
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $119/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer every service required to run a successful online business, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), SEO Packages, Social Media Optimization (SMO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), E-Commerce, Shopify, Website Development & Designing, 3D Videos & Animations and Video Marketing...
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- eCommerce
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nimbletoad is a full-service digital marketing agency based in North County San Diego that specializes in website design, SEO, and PPC. Founded in 2008, Nimbletoad’s results-driven marketing strategies enable B2B and B2C organizations to compete at the highest level regionally and nationally...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are one of the top-rated HubSpot agencies in the world. Working with some of the top brands in the world. A full-service digital marketing agency specializing in the design and development of some of the highest revenue-generating websites in the world...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bellevue, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded in 2013, Maxsource Technologies is a digital partner of choice for many businesses across the world. A magnificent 8 years of growth and learnings have lifted us from a small groundbreaking team to a vivid group of web design, development, and digital marketing professionals. Having known as a website...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IntegraWeb is a Website Design and Web Development company in Halifax, NS. Our company provides web design, WordPress Development, and SEO based services in Halifax. We have years experienced team of Developers and Designer make creative and responsive web sites. Our team design responsive and technically...
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- Software Development
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- Location
- Halifax, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a 360 marketing agency with a high focus on the digital world and social networks.We believe in creativity to empower brands. We love new challenges and being able to have the perfect balance between sales and brand image...
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- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our teams creativity and understanding of different business across several industries is what has enabled us to create brands that make an impact in the digital world. Thats what makes us different!...
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sprout Media Lab is a full-service Web Design & Digital Marketing agency with offices in Raleigh, NC & Ormond Beach, FL...
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- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help established brands optimize their ecommerce experiences and ambitious startups get their ideas to market...
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- Email Marketing
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- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Professional Website Development Company & Digital Marketing Agency that strive to be on your side, when you need it. We love to help your business grow. In the Digital world, your Online presence is vital & it has to be done the right way. Software & Digital Marketing are playing huge role in achieving...
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- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Addictive Media is a team of designers and developers who embrace perfection. We push beyond the realm of what's possible in all we do, for clients across the globe. The harder the challenge, the higher we rise. A place where innovation turns into a reality and a workplace where people intend to work with...
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
New Wave Digital Designs is a web design, SEO and graphic design agency located in central New Jersey. We service small and mid-size companies of all industries...
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- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Shopify Development Company
How do Shopify development companies help businesses grow?
They help businesses scale their commerce operations by improving performance, user experience, and integrations.
Shopify experts create a scalable foundation for growth across conversion, performance, operations, and digital marketing.
Shopify reports that global eCommerce now accounts for over 20% of retail sales, indicating that competition is increasing and that businesses must optimize every aspect of their online stores to grow.
The right Shopify development services combine technical execution with business strategy to drive measurable results.
Shopify development agencies improve product pages, navigation, and checkout flow through Shopify design and UX enhancements.
Even the smallest UX improvements can significantly increase revenue; conversion rate gains of just 1-2% can have a major impact at scale.
A Shopify developer can also optimize Shopify theme development, code, and assets.
Google reports that improving page load time by 0.1 seconds can increase conversions by up to 8-10%, making performance a direct growth lever.
A Shopify expert can build a flexible architecture for Shopify Plus expansion to support growing commerce volume and traffic spikes.
In 2025, Shopify merchants collectively processed over $378.44 billion in GMV, showing the platform’s scalability.
Shopify development companies implement technical Shopify SEO, site structure, and content optimization.
Organic search drives about 53% of all website traffic, making SEO a key long-term growth channel.
Through integration and automation, agencies also connect backend systems and automate workflows.
McKinsey estimates automation can reduce operational costs by up to 30%, improving margins as businesses scale.
How long does a typical Shopify development project take?
The timeline for a Shopify development project depends on the complexity of your store, level of customization, and whether you’re working with a Shopify eCommerce development company or building in-house.
| Project type | Timeline | What it includes |
| Basic Shopify store setup | 1-5 days |
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| Standard Shopify store development | 2-4 weeks |
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| Advanced Shopify development | 4-8 weeks |
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| Custom/Shopify Plus project | 2-4+ months |
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| Full migration to Shopify | 3 months |
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For most businesses that plan to work with a Shopify agency, the timeline will look like this:
- A professional Shopify store development project typically takes 4-8 weeks.
- More customized builds or Shopify Plus implementations can extend to 8-16+ weeks.
Many agencies report that most standard builds are completed within 4-8 weeks, making this the most common timeline for growing eCommerce brands.
What ROI can I expect from investing in Shopify store development?
Businesses report up to 80% average sales growth and 1200% ROI on custom features when working with dedicated Shopify developers.
The ROI from Shopify store development comes from three main areas:
- Higher conversions
- Increased traffic
- Improved operational efficiency.
While exact returns vary by business, data shows that well-executed Shopify development services can deliver measurable and often compounding results.
Conversion rate improvements
Optimized Shopify design, UX, and checkout reduce friction and increase purchases. The average eCommerce conversion rate is only around 2.5-3%, meaning even small improvements can significantly increase revenue.
Higher customer retention
A better user experience and faster performance increase repeat purchases. Around 65% of a company’s revenue comes from existing customers, making retention one of the most important drivers of long-term ROI.
Faster load times bring more revenue
Deloitte found that a 0.1-second improvement in site speed can increase retail conversions by up to 8.4% and average order value by 9.2%.
Leading Shopify development companies create a system that:
- Converts more visitors into customers
- Scales with your business through eCommerce development and integrations
- Supports growth through digital marketing and Shopify SEO
- Reduces inefficiencies through automation and better workflows
How do I choose the best Shopify development company for my store?
Choosing the right Shopify agency is critical because it directly impacts your store’s performance, scalability, and ROI.
- Define your goals and scope: Clarify whether you need Shopify store setup, migration, Shopify Plus, app development, or full eCommerce development.
- Look for relevant Shopify experience: Ask Shopify development agencies whether they have experience with Shopify store development, Shopify migration, theme development, app development, Shopify SEO, and ongoing support. Shopify has a large ecosystem of 100,000+ partners, so specialization matters.
- Review their case studies: Focus on results, including conversion improvements, performance gains, and SEO growth.
- Evaluate technical capabilities: Ensure the Shopify development agency can handle Shopify theme development and customization, Shopify app development, and Integrations.
- Assess their approach to SEO: The best Shopify development firm should include technical Shopify SEO, page speed optimization, and a mobile-first design. Faster sites can increase conversions by up to 8-10% with small speed improvements.
Understand pricing and transparency: Look for a clear scope of Shopify services, defined timelines and deliverables, and no hidden costs.
What questions should I ask before hiring a Shopify development expert?
Ask Shopify development companies the following questions before you sign a contract:
Relevant Background
- What experience do you have with Shopify development?
- Can you share case studies or results from past projects?
- Are you a certified Shopify partner or Shopify Plus partner?
- Which industries or types of Shopify stores do you specialize in?
Services and Processes
- What Shopify development services do you offer (design, app development, SEO, integrations)?
- How do you handle Shopify theme development and customization?
- What is your process for Shopify migration, testing, and quality assurance?
- Do you provide ongoing support, Shopify SEO, and digital marketing after launch?
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- How would you approach my specific Shopify website development needs?
- What timeline and budget should I expect for my project?
- How will you ensure performance, conversions, and scalability as my business grows?
- What tools, integrations, or Shopify solutions do you recommend for my store?
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Shopify Development Companies
What services do Shopify development agencies offer?
They provide end-to-end solutions that cover everything from initial strategy to long-term growth. Businesses should look for Shopify experts who combine Shopify development, design, integration, and digital marketing to maximize ROI.
Core Shopify development services include:
- Shopify Store development and web development: Creating Shopify and Shopify Plus sites from scratch, tailored to brand and business models. Shopify website development includes user experience (UX), navigation and structure, and scalable eCommerce architecture for growth.
- Shopify theme development and customization: Designing advanced Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and managing performance optimization and mobile responsiveness.
- Shopify app development and software development: Creating custom Shopify apps for unique business needs, private and public apps, and developing backend software for automation and integrations.
- Shopify integration services: Managing third-party integrations (ERP, CRM, PIM, payment gateways), API-based Shopify integration with logistics, accounting, and marketing tools, and automating business processes.
- Shopify migration: Transferring existing stores from platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, or custom systems, handling data transfer (products, customers, orders), and managing SEO-safe URL mapping and redirects.
- Performance and optimization (CRO): Enhancing site speed, mobile optimization, and user experience (UX) to increase conversion rates.
- Ongoing support and maintenance: Providing regular updates, security monitoring, and technical support
When does a business need Shopify Plus and a Shopify Plus Partner?
A business typically needs Shopify Plus and the support of a Shopify Plus partner when its eCommerce operations become too complex, high-volume, or globally distributed for standard Shopify plans. At this stage, businesses require a more advanced Shopify solution to support automation, multi-store management, and international commerce.
At that point, success depends on:
- Advanced Shopify development
- Strong integrations
- Optimized Shopify design and UX
- Continuous growth through digital marketing and Shopify SEO
Top Shopify development companies help turn Shopify Plus from a platform upgrade into a long-term competitive advantage. Shopify Plus is designed for high-growth brands that usually generate $1M+ in annual revenue or experience rapid monthly growth.
Shopify reported that its merchants processed over $235 billion in gross merchandise volume (GMV) in 2023, showing how quickly businesses on the platform can scale.
How much does it cost to hire a Shopify development company?
The cost of hiring a Shopify development agency can vary significantly based on your store’s complexity, required features, and long-term goals.
Shopify developers charge between $30 and $200+ per hour or $5,000 to over $30,000 for full website development, according to DesignRush data.
Location is another factor that influences pricing. Agencies in the United States and across North America typically charge between $50 and $150+ per hour, while Eastern European or Asian Shopify development agencies may offer more competitive rates of $15 to $80 per hour.
Platform and ongoing costs to consider:
- Shopify plans range from $39 per month to $2,300+ per month.
- Payment processing fees typically range from 1% to 3% per transaction.
- Ongoing maintenance and support can cost between $90 and $2,400+ per month.
Do I need custom Shopify theme customization or an existing theme with minor edits?
Choosing between the two depends on your business stage, budget, and the level of differentiation your Shopify store needs to compete effectively.
Shopify theme customization vs. existing theme
| Existing theme with edits | Custom theme development |
| Best for startups or simple store setups | Best for scaling businesses and advanced development |
| Lower cost: $0-$5,000 | Higher investment: $10,000-$30,000+ |
| Fast launch: days to a few weeks | Longer timeline: 4-12+ weeks |
| Uses 200+ pre-built Shopify themes | Fully custom Shopify design and theme development |
| Limited flexibility; relies on apps | Full control; ability to reduce need for apps and improve UX |
| Good baseline performance | Optimized performance where speed improvements can increase conversions by 8-10% |
Essentially, you should choose an existing Shopify theme with minor edits if your priorities are speed, cost-efficiency, and simplicity. Go for a custom Shopify theme development if your priorities are scalability, performance, and differentiation.
What should a Shopify migration company include to protect SEO, data, and sales?
A reliable agency should protect your rankings, customer data, and revenue throughout the process.
At a minimum, a professional Shopify migration service should include:
- SEO preservation: Full URL mapping, 301 redirects, and metadata transfer to prevent ranking loss
- Data migration: Accurate transfer of products, customers, and order history with validation checks
- Shopify integration: Reconnection of apps, payment systems, ERP, and CRM tools
- Testing and QA: Full testing of checkout, payments, and user flows before launch
- Performance optimization: Improved speed and mobile UX as part of Shopify development
- Post-migration monitoring: Tracking traffic, rankings, and fixing issues after launch
These elements are critical because around 33% of users discover brands through search, according to recent reports. Therefore, even small SEO losses can directly impact sales.
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