Shopify app development
Shopify app development agency in the USA: custom apps 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.
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What 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.
Zenoti
The integration work most agencies decline.
We engineer production-grade Shopify Plus storefronts from scratch — custom checkout extensions, headless deployments and B2B logic. Purpose-built for teams that outgrew Dawn and need real engineering power behind their brand.
- 400+
- Stores Shipped
- 8 wks
- Avg. Plus Launch
- $40K+
- Typical Build
Shopify
Storefront API
React
TypeScript
GitHub
HubSpot
Native admin experience
Feels like part of Shopify, not a bolt-on
We engineer production-grade Shopify Plus storefronts from scratch — custom checkout extensions, headless deployments and B2B logic. Purpose-built for teams that outgrew Dawn and need real engineering power behind their brand.
- 400+
- Stores Shipped
- 8 wks
- Avg. Plus Launch
- $40K+
- Typical Build
- React
- TypeScript
- GitHub
- HubSpot
Salesforce
Zapier
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.
- 90+
- LightHouse Baseline
- 8 wks
- Page-builder Apps
- GitHub
- HubSpot
- Salesforce
- Zapier
Slack
Stripe
How we work
A six-step process tuned for zero surprises.
Weekly demos, a transparent board, and senior engineers on every call.
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.
Week 12. Architecture & wireframes
Remix app structure, database schema, and Polaris UI wireframes signed off before development starts.
Week 1–2Build in weekly sprints
You get a staging link every week to test against a real sandbox store, not a mockup.
Week 2–7Billing & webhook hardening
Billing API, GDPR webhooks, and error handling stress-tested before anything goes near review..
Week 6–7Review & launch
We submit to Shopify's review team, handle every round of feedback, and stay on until the app is approved and live.
Week 7–8Our 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.
One focused private or custom app solving one workflow problem.
$8,000 starting
Scoped individually · fixed price after discovery
- Single store install
- Admin API + webhooks
- 4–6 week timeline
- 2 weeks post-launch support
Most common
per month starting
A billable public app ready for the Shopify App Store from day one.
$18,000
Scoped individually · fixed price after discovery
- Billing API integration
- Multi-merchant onboarding
- App Store review handling
- 6–8 week timeline
per month starting
Multiple integrated apps, Functions, and checkout extensions for complex operations.
$40,000+
Scoped individually · fixed price after discovery
- Shopify Functions + checkout UI
- ERP/CRM system integrations
- Multi-store deployment
- Dedicated engineering relationship
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 | Not applicable, built for internal use |
| Typical timeline | 6–8 weeks | 4–6 weeks | 4–6 weeks |
Proof
Real builds. Verified numbers.
Every number here is verified with the brand it belongs to.
- Read the case study
Gene Juarez
The Zenoti booking integration most agencies declined — retail and salon booking unified on Shopify Plus.
- Read the case study
GetKif
Figma to fully custom Shopify theme: pixel-perfect, fast, and editable end-to-end from the Theme Customizer.
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
InkWorks
Automating Print-on-Demand Fulfillment
Bramble & Co.
Unifying Retail and Wholesale Ordering
Loop Loyalty
Retention Starts With Identity
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?
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.
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.
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