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Why Build a Custom Shopify App?

As your business evolves, Shopify’s out-of-the-box features might not keep up. A custom app fills that gap, giving you better control over workflows, integrations, and customer experience.

  • Add functionality tailored to your team and customers.
  • Seamlessly link Shopify to ERPs, CRMs, POS, or legacy systems.
  • Equip your team with internal tools that streamline admin work.
  • Ensure your tech stack scales with growing traffic and product lines.
  • License your app or sell it publicly via the Shopify App Store.
  • Build API-first systems that enable flexible headless storefronts.

Types of Shopify Apps We Build

We develop high-performance Shopify apps for brands at every stage—DTC, B2B, and enterprise.
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Public Shopify Apps

Created for the Shopify App Store—distributable, monetizable, and built to spec.

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Private Shopify Apps

Developed exclusively for your store to handle unique workflows and data flows.

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Embedded Shopify Apps

Seamlessly integrated into Shopify Admin using App Bridge and Polaris.

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Headless Storefront Apps

Built for API-first architectures using Hydrogen or custom frontend frameworks.

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Integration Apps

Designed to connect Shopify with ERPs, CRMs, fulfillment systems, and other external platforms.

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Checkout & Subscription Apps

Implement complex bundles, recurring logic, or custom offers during checkout.

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Marketing & Analytics Apps

Enable conversion tracking, campaign automation, and post-purchase optimization.

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Mobile-Optimized Shopify Apps

Built for responsive performance, mobile-first UX, or progressive web experiences

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Custom Shopify App Development

We build apps that go beyond plug-and-play features. Whether it’s syncing inventory in real-time or creating an intuitive dashboard for your admin team, every app we build is customized for your use case.

What We Deliver:

  • Features developed around your existing business logic
  • Native-feeling admin and storefront interfaces with Polaris
  • Third-party API integrations tailored to your system stack
  • Analytics dashboards designed for real-world decision-making
  • Performance-focused builds, especially for mobile

Need something never done before? We specialize in custom-first thinking.

Why 1Center for Shopify App Development?

At 1Center, we bring advanced technical expertise and a strategic approach to plugin and add-on development. We develop with Shopify’s APIs, GraphQL, Webhooks, OAuth, and are fully aligned with marketplace submission best practices.
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16+ Years in eCommerce

We know Shopify inside and out, and we know how fast brands evolve.

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Team of 380+ Experts

Our developers, designers, and QA engineers work together to build cohesive experiences.

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Expertise in All App Types

We’ve launched public apps on the App Store and built robust internal tools.

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Certified Shopify Developers

Skilled in GraphQL, REST APIs, App Bridge, Polaris, and Hydrogen.

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API-First and Headless Builds

Our team handles advanced projects with custom storefronts and architecture.

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Complete Project Lifecycle

From planning to release—and support long after deployment.

Technologies We Use for Shopify App Development

Modern tech stack to build fast, secure, and scalable Shopify apps.

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Frontend Frameworks
ReactReact
Vue.jsVue.js
Next.jsNext.js
SvelteSvelte
Shopify-Specific Tools
Shopify CLIShopify CLI
PolarisPolaris
App BridgeApp Bridge
Hydrogen & OxygenHydrogen & Oxygen
APIs & Data Layer
REST APIREST API
GraphQLGraphQL
WebhooksWebhooks
Storefront APIStorefront API
Admin API Admin API
Back-End Technologies
Node.jsNode.js
Express.jsExpress.js
RubyRuby
FirebaseFirebase
PostgreSQLPostgreSQL
MongoDBMongoDB
Mobile Development
React NativeReact Native
FlutterFlutter
IonicIonic
CapacitorCapacitor
DevOps & Hosting
AWSAWS
Google CloudGoogle Cloud
Heroku Heroku
NetlifyNetlify
Vercel Vercel
DockerDocker
GitHub Actions GitHub Actions
FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Shopify apps suit stores with unique workflows?

Private and embedded apps are ideal for brands that need functionality beyond what public apps offer.

Why prioritize mobile-first development for Shopify apps?

What makes custom admin tools useful in Shopify?

Which platforms can Shopify apps integrate with?

What does the post-launch phase look like?

Is it possible to migrate existing functionality into a Shopify app?

How do headless Shopify builds function in app development?

What’s involved in deploying a custom Shopify app?

Which Shopify plans are best for custom app builds?

How do you ensure Shopify apps stay secure?