How much does it cost to build a Shopify store?

It depends on scope. A simpler store built on a customized theme costs less than a fully custom build with bespoke features, custom apps, and complex integrations. Rather than quote a one size fits all number, we scope your project around what you actually need and give you a clear estimate before any work begins.

How long does a Shopify development project take?

Most Shopify builds run from a few weeks for a straightforward store to several months for a complex, fully custom build with custom apps and integrations. We give you a realistic timeline with clear milestones at the start, so you always know what to expect and when.

Can you migrate my existing store to Shopify?

Yes. We handle full migrations from platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, and BigCommerce, as well as upgrades from Shopify to Shopify Plus. We move your products, customers, orders, and content carefully and set up redirects so you keep your existing traffic and search rankings through the switch.

Do you build custom Shopify themes or use templates?

Both, depending on what your project needs. Some stores are best served by a customized premium theme that launches quickly, while others need a fully custom theme built from scratch with unique functionality. We recommend the right approach for your goals and budget instead of forcing one path.

Do I need Shopify Plus?

Not always. Shopify Plus is built for high volume and enterprise brands that need advanced features like custom checkout, B2B functionality, and automation. If your store does not need that yet, a standard Shopify plan is often the smarter choice, and we will tell you honestly which tier fits where your business is now.

Can my team manage the store after launch?

Yes. We build with Online Store 2.0 sections and a clean content structure, then walk your team through how everything works at handoff, so you can update products, pages, and content without needing a developer for every change.

Do you provide support after the store goes live?

Yes. We offer flexible retainer support covering updates, performance monitoring, fixes, and new feature builds, plus ongoing conversion and growth work. Your store keeps improving instead of being left to go stale after launch.

Shopify Development Agency

Striped Horse builds Shopify stores that are made to sell. Our Shopify development services cover everything from custom theme design and platform migration to app integration and conversion optimization, with design and development handled by one in-house team. The result is a store that launches faster, loads quicker, and turns more visitors into customers.

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Our Shopify Development Services

Striped Horse is a Shopify development company that designs, builds, and maintains ecommerce stores in house. From first launch to enterprise scale, our Shopify development services cover the full build so your store looks right, runs fast, and is ready to sell. Design and development sit on one team, which means fewer handoffs and a store that performs from day one.

Shopify Store Setup

Launching your first store? We handle the full setup, from product, payment, and shipping configuration to theme and content. You get a Shopify store that is ready to sell on day one.

Shopify Theme Development

We design and build custom Shopify themes from scratch, with clean code and no unnecessary app bloat. Your store gets a look that matches your brand and a storefront built to load fast and turn browsers into buyers.

Shopify Migration

Moving to Shopify from another platform? We migrate your products, customers, and content without losing data or search rankings, so your traffic and revenue carry over cleanly through the switch.

Shopify App Development

When an off the shelf app cannot do the job, we build custom Shopify apps tailored to how your business runs. From private apps to unique storefront features, our custom Shopify development team builds exactly what you need.

Shopify Integrations

We connect your store to the systems you already rely on, including CRM, ERP, email, subscriptions, and reviews. Everything talks to each other, so your data stays accurate and your team spends less time on manual work.

Shopify Plus Development

For high volume and enterprise brands, we build on Shopify Plus with custom checkout, B2B functionality, and automation. As a Shopify ecommerce development company, we make sure your store can handle scale without slowing down.

Shopify Maintenance

Your store does not stop after launch. We handle ongoing updates, performance monitoring, theme fixes, and new feature builds, so your Shopify store stays fast, secure, and ready to grow. We can also support SEO and growth work as your store scales.

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POWERSYNC Energy Solutions

A bold, brand-forward website that positions PowerSync as a serious player in the energy space and drives qualified inquiries.

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XO Baking Co

A clean, appetite-forward ecommerce experience built to turn browsers into buyers for this gluten-free baking brand.

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Derm to Door

A conversion-focused website built to simplify the patient journey and drive sign-ups.

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How We Build Your Shopify Store

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Discovery and Planning

We start by understanding your business, your products, and who you are selling to. We define the features and integrations your store needs and recommend the right Shopify plan for where your business is headed, whether that is Basic, Shopify, Advanced, or Plus. You walk away from this stage with a clear scope, a roadmap, and agreed milestones.

02.

Store Design

We design the full look and flow of your store, starting mobile-first since that is where most shoppers buy. We map the journey from homepage to collection and product pages through to checkout, then deliver full mockups aligned with your brand for review before any build begins.

03.

Store Setup and Configuration

We set up your Shopify store from the inside out: payments, shipping, taxes, and the core admin settings that make a store ready to transact. We build out your product catalog and collections and structure your content so your team can manage everything without a developer.

04.

Theme and App Development

We build a custom theme using clean Liquid and Online Store 2.0 sections your team can edit, then develop any custom apps and connect the systems you run on, from CRM and ERP to email, subscriptions, and reviews. Everything is built specifically for your store, not bolted on from a generic template.

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Testing and launch

Before going live, we test across devices and browsers, run the full checkout and payment flow, confirm every integration works, and tune for speed and Core Web Vitals. On launch we connect your analytics, remove password protection, manage DNS and redirects, and monitor the store closely through go-live.

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Optimization and Support

Launch is the start, not the finish. We monitor performance, run conversion and A/B testing, and provide ongoing maintenance, updates, and new feature builds so your store keeps improving as your business grows.

Design and Development Under One Roof

Your store's design and code are built by the same team, so there are no handoffs, no miscommunication, and no gap between the mockup and the live store. One team owns the whole build from start to finish.

Built to Sell, Not Just to Look Good

We come from a marketing background, and it shows in every build. Layout, navigation, and checkout are all designed to turn visitors into customers, because a beautiful store that does not convert is not doing its job.

Shopify Specialists, Not Generalists

We work in Shopify every day, from clean Liquid and Online Store 2.0 builds to custom apps and Shopify Plus. We build to the platform's strengths instead of forcing it to do things it was never meant to.

Speed and SEO Built In

Our Shopify website development services are built for performance from the first line of code, with fast load times, strong Core Web Vitals, and clean structure that search engines and shoppers both reward.

Full-Service Ecommerce Partner

From first launch to ongoing growth, our Shopify ecommerce development services cover design, development, integrations, and optimization. You get one partner for the whole journey instead of stitching together freelancers.

We Stay After Launch

We stick around after go-live with retainer support for updates, fixes, and new features, plus ongoing conversion work. No starting over with a new team every time your store needs to change.

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Why Choose Striped Horse as Your Shopify Development Agency

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

"They're great in every category, and not only the work they do is great, but they are very accommodating and communicative. I was very fortunate to have Danielle leading the web development team-- it was no easy task to take over a year-long project along with a bunch of new devs to work with into a working product in less than two months' time. One of the challenging project-wise for our university website project and she got the team doing good work and managed to get where we need to be. I will continue to work with her!"

Bryce Chapman

Marketing Communications Director, Gallaudet University

"They helped to make our website redesign a success. Danielle was a very quick communicator and patient with our team throughout the entire process. She was knowledgeable and always able to clearly answer my (many!) questions. Our team is very happy with the outcome of our new website. I would recommend Striped Horse to anyone looking for web design services."

Whitney Novellino

Director of Marketing, Magview

I can't say enough good things about working with the Striped Horse team in designing a new website for our Center at Stanford. They were fantastic -- really responsive, creative and solutions-oriented, hard-working and on-the-ball in all aspects of managing and executing a complex project like this. Their rates are quite reasonable given the incredible value you get from the work. And the outcomes are terrific - they created a great-looking, user-friendly site designed to optimize for our goals. My strong recommendation is: do not delay, and try to get the Striped Horse team to work with you on your project! You can't do better, and you won't regret it.

Jason Solomon

Executive Director, Stanford Center on the Legal Profession

“They ask all the right questions, understand the requirements and put forth their excellent design skills and problem solving to deliver above expectations. Would be thrilled to work with them again!"

Bianca Penaloza

Pledge 1%

“Danielle was fantastic. Quality, knowledge, customer service and communication exceeded expectations. I would recommend her in a heartbeat and will be using her again at some point in the future.”

Maxwell Hogan

League Commish

“They produced a beautiful landing page, were very quick to respond and really made the whole process very simple. They will be re-doing my entire website shortly. You won't be disappointed when you hire them.”

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Paul L. Johnson Interiors inc.

“The team did everything wonderfully!! Talented and creative professionals, exceptional communicators and efficiently worked, I really hope to engage with them again.”

Charlie Skinner

CEO, EMSI

"The team rocks! They're super efficient and gets things done, is highly knowledgeable, and taught me quite a lot about the process of building my site. I'd recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat."

Alec Holcomb

Owner, AlecHolcomb.com

"The team is amazing. Filled with visionaries and helped problem solve for all our our company needs. Will definitely use them again."

Nirav Patel

Owner, Complete Balance Solutions

"They have a can-do attitude that makes the process much easier & effective, it was a pleasure to get quick responses and support for all our issues and needed changes to the new website. I will definitely approach again in our next project!"

Yoni Eyal

Sequoia Life Settlements

"The team delivered a fantastic design. The designs not only looked good but they actually performed well. They produced tangible results (ie. more conversions)."

Devon Charles

Lead Marketer, Bluebearry

"Amazing in every sense! Worked with me to get exactly what I wanted, even when I changed my mind; was patient; took initiative; was creative. The list goes on and on. I will definitely hire again for future needs!"

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