Shopify Development in Sydney
- 2025 Australian Web Awards Finalist
- 17 years building ecommerce that converts
- No lock-ins. You own your store and data.
Shopify development that puts conversions first
Your Shopify store should be your best salesperson, not a digital brochure collecting dust. We build and optimise Shopify stores for Sydney businesses that need fast load times, intuitive navigation, checkout flows that close sales, and integrations that work when you scale. No bloated themes. No app conflicts. No surprises at launch.
With 17 years in performance marketing and ecommerce development, our Sydney-based development team has helped brands from Parramatta to the Northern Beaches move past off-the-shelf templates to stores that drive real revenue. You get transparent timelines, plain-English reporting, and a team that picks up the phone when something breaks.
Why businesses choose us for Shopify development
Most agencies hand you a theme and call it custom. We build Shopify stores from the ground up: structured for your products, optimised for your customers, and ready to scale without the tech debt that cripples growth later.
- Founded in 2008 with 17 years delivering ecommerce websites that generate measurable ROI.
- Sydney-based development agency with in-house designers and developers in Norwest.
- Results over promises: every Shopify build is measured by sales growth and conversion rate, not vanity metrics.
- Proven case studies across industries: homewares, fitness, fashion, B2B wholesale, and multi-location retail.
- 2025 Australian Web Awards Finalist recognised in 3 categories for design and innovation.
- Shopify and Shopify Plus: theme development, custom app builds, Liquid templating, and headless architecture.
- Clean integrations connecting Shopify to CRMs, ERP systems, 3PL shipping, payment gateways, and marketing platforms.
- No lock-ins: you own your store, your data, and your future roadmap. Walk away anytime.
Who we help with Shopify development
We work with Sydney businesses at different stages, from first store builds to complex migrations and enterprise rollouts.
- Growth-focused ecommerce brands outgrowing cookie-cutter templates and needing a store built for scale.
- Multi-location retailers across Sydney, the Hills District, and beyond, rolling out suburb-specific content, local inventory, and click-and-collect.
- Funded startups and scale-ups shipping new features fast without breaking what already works.
- Service-led brands adding ecommerce as a serious new revenue channel alongside their core business.
- Wholesale businesses expanding into direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales without cannibalising existing trade relationships.
How we build Shopify stores that sell
Our Shopify development process is built around ecommerce performance, not just pretty designs. Every phase is designed to reduce friction, speed up launch, and set you up for long-term growth.
Discovery and strategy
We map your business goals, product catalogue structure, target customers, and competitor landscape. This shapes every decision from theme architecture to checkout flow.
Wireframes and site architecture
We plan your collection hierarchy, navigation structure, and user journeys before touching design. This prevents the costly rework that happens when you build first and plan later.
Theme design and Liquid development
Mobile-first designs built in Shopify’s Liquid templating language. We customise themes at the code level, not through clunky page builders that slow your store down.
App integration and custom builds
We vet every app for performance impact and conflicts before installation. When off-the-shelf apps cannot do the job, we build custom solutions using Shopify APIs.
Payment gateways and checkout optimisation
Configure and test Shopify Payments, PayPal, Afterpay, Klarna, and other gateways. We optimise checkout flows to reduce cart abandonment and increase average order value.
Testing and QA
Full end-to-end testing across devices, browsers, and payment scenarios. We catch issues before your customers do.
Launch and ongoing support
Staged deployment with monitoring, followed by ongoing updates, security patches, and performance optimisation as your store grows.
Shopify Plus development for enterprise brands
For high-volume stores and complex requirements, Shopify Plus unlocks advanced capabilities that standard Shopify cannot match. We deliver Plus projects including:
- Headless commerce using Hydrogen and Oxygen for custom frontends with Shopify’s backend.
- Multi-store and international rollouts with separate storefronts, currencies, and localised content.
- B2B wholesale portals with custom pricing, net terms, and trade customer management.
- Shopify POS integration connecting online and in-store inventory across multiple Sydney locations.
- Advanced checkout customisation using Checkout Extensibility for upsells, gift wrapping, delivery scheduling, and custom fields.
Shopify migrations done right
Moving to Shopify from WooCommerce, Magento, BigCommerce, or a custom platform? We handle the heavy lifting so you do not lose sales during the transition.
- Product and customer data migration with validation and cleanup.
- URL redirect mapping to preserve your SEO rankings and avoid broken links.
- Staged cutover with parallel running to minimise downtime during launch.
- Post-migration support to catch and fix issues quickly in the first 30 days.
We have migrated stores with thousands of products and complex catalogue structures. Read our WordPress vs Shopify comparison if you are weighing your platform options.
What is included in our Shopify development packages
- Strategy workshop and complete store build or rebuild
- Custom theme design optimised for speed, UX, and conversions
- App vetting and integration, plus custom app development when needed
- Checkout optimisation and CRO-focused landing pages
- SEO setup: metadata, XML sitemaps, structured data, and redirect management
- GA4 and conversion tracking configured for accurate revenue attribution
Add-ons: Headless Shopify, subscription commerce, Google Shopping feed optimisation, multi-language support, and ongoing maintenance retainers.
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Your Shopify development timeline
Every Shopify project follows a structured process. Here is what to expect at each stage:
- Weeks 1 to 2: Discovery and Design — We audit your current setup (if migrating), map your product catalogue structure, define user journeys, and create wireframes. You will review and approve design concepts before development begins. Your input required: brand assets, product data access, feedback on designs.
- Weeks 3 to 6: Development and Integration — Theme development in Liquid, app installation and configuration, payment gateway setup, shipping rules, and third-party integrations (CRM, ERP, 3PL). Staging site available for your review throughout. Your input required: content approval, integration credentials, testing feedback.
- Weeks 7 to 8: QA and Pre-Launch — Full cross-device and cross-browser testing, checkout flow testing with real payment scenarios, speed optimisation, SEO setup (redirects, metadata, schema), and GA4 configuration. Your input required: final content sign-off, test orders.
- Weeks 9 to 12: Launch and Optimisation — Staged go-live with monitoring, post-launch bug fixes, performance tuning based on real traffic data, and initial CRO adjustments. Handover of documentation and training. Milestone: First 30-day performance review.
Faster timelines: Theme refreshes and smaller rebuilds can ship in 4 to 6 weeks. Longer timelines: Enterprise Shopify Plus projects with headless architecture, multi-store rollouts, or complex migrations typically run 12 to 16 weeks.
Shopify development pricing
We price based on complexity, not guesswork. Here is what drives Shopify development costs:
Starter stores ($7,600 to $12,000): Custom theme design, up to 50 products, standard Shopify apps (reviews, email capture), basic payment gateway setup, SEO foundations, and GA4 tracking. Ideal for new ecommerce businesses or simple product catalogues.
Growth stores ($12,000 to $25,000): Everything in Starter plus: complex collection structures, multiple payment gateways (Afterpay, Klarna, PayPal), shipping rule configuration, basic CRM or email platform integration, and extended QA testing. Suits brands scaling past their first $500K in annual revenue.
Enterprise and Plus ($25,000 to $60,000+): Shopify Plus with headless architecture (Hydrogen), ERP and 3PL integrations, B2B wholesale portals, multi-location inventory, POS integration, subscription commerce, and custom app development. For high-volume retailers and complex operational requirements.
What adds to cost: Product migrations (especially from Magento or custom platforms), complex integrations without native connectors, multi-currency and multi-language requirements, custom checkout flows, and subscription or membership functionality.
Ongoing costs to budget for: Shopify platform fees ($29 to $2,000+/month depending on plan), app subscriptions ($50 to $500/month typical), and optional maintenance retainer ($500 to $1,500/month for updates, support, and optimisation).
All pricing is indicative and exclusive of GST. You will receive a fixed-scope proposal after the free audit with line-item breakdown and no hidden fees.
Trial offer: FREE design concept + project quote (limited spots; offer terms apply).
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Mini case studies: Shopify results
For more in-depth case studies and deep dives see our case study page.
Zebra Home — Homewares / D2C Expansion
Problem: A wholesale-only homewares supplier wanted to launch a direct-to-consumer channel without cannibalising trade relationships. Their existing site had low organic visibility and an outdated user experience.
Action: We built a custom Shopify store with separate trade and retail pricing tiers, implemented a comprehensive SEO and content strategy, and optimised the product catalogue for consumer search intent.
Outcome: 2x revenue in 12 months and strong organic presence in the highly competitive Sydney homewares market. Zebra Home scaled from trade supplier to household name.
Fitness Hero — Fitness Equipment / Ecommerce Optimisation
Problem: An established fitness equipment retailer was seeing rising acquisition costs and declining lead quality from their paid campaigns.
Action: We rebuilt their search structure, introduced Performance Max brand exclusions, implemented lead-quality scoring, and optimised checkout friction points.
Outcome (90 days): 38% increase in sales-qualified leads and a 24% improvement in ROAS at the same media spend.
Meet our Shopify development team
Our Shopify specialists build fast, scalable stores designed to convert. We pair technical expertise in Liquid, APIs, and integrations with real ecommerce know-how to streamline the shopping journey. You get a partner focused on making your store easy to run and ready to grow.
Francis Dadis
Web Developer | Shopify Specialist
For the past 3 years at Click Click Media, Francis has specialised in building and customising Shopify storefronts without the spaghetti. His clean, efficient approach keeps stores fast, stable, and conversion-friendly – ensuring that every tweak improves performance and delivers a smoother shopping experience.
Yuki Saito
Senior Web Developer | Maintenance & Support
An award-winning developer and industry veteran, Yuki has spent the past 11 years at Click Click Media keeping client sites fast, secure, and squeaky-clean between releases. A true champion of uptime, he ensures that every site runs smoothly behind the scenes – delivering stability, performance, and peace of mind for clients.
Jerry Zhang
Project Manager | Design & UX Specialist
For the past 4 years at Click Click Media, Jerry has been dedicated to crafting seamless user experiences. A qualified UX professional, he maps user journeys, collects insights through surveys, and engages stakeholders to uncover friction points. If a form field doesn’t earn its keep, Jerry cuts it – streamlining experiences to be intuitive, efficient, and conversion-focused.
Rik Allison
Senior Manager | Website Projects
With 8 years at Click Click Media, Rik is known for getting complex builds live without the drama – scoping clean, shipping clean, and keeping scope creep firmly in a jar. A veteran of major IT infrastructure initiatives, including the Opal card rollout, Rik brings rock-solid discipline and experience to every project. His steady hand ensures websites are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
Shopify development FAQs
Launching or scaling on Shopify comes with questions around customisation, integrations, and costs. Here are straightforward answers to what Sydney businesses ask us most.
How much does Shopify development cost in Sydney?
Starter stores run $7,600 to $12,000 for custom theme design, standard apps, and SEO setup. Growth stores range $12,000 to $25,000 with complex collections, multiple payment gateways, and CRM integrations. Enterprise and Plus projects cost $25,000 to $60,000+ for headless architecture, ERP connections, and custom app development. Budget separately for Shopify platform fees ($29 to $2,000+/month) and app subscriptions. You will receive a fixed-scope proposal after the free audit.
How long does it take to launch a Shopify store?
Standard builds ship in 8 to 12 weeks from kickoff to launch. Smaller rebuilds or theme refreshes can be faster, around 4 to 6 weeks. Enterprise Shopify Plus projects with deep integrations, multi-store rollouts, or complex migrations may extend to 16 weeks or more depending on scope.
Do you build Shopify Plus stores?
Yes, we deliver both Shopify and Shopify Plus projects. Plus unlocks advanced capabilities including headless commerce with Hydrogen, checkout customisation, B2B wholesale portals, multi-currency international stores, and Shopify POS integration for multi-location Sydney retailers.
Can you migrate my existing store to Shopify?
Absolutely. We migrate from WooCommerce, Magento, BigCommerce, and custom platforms. Our migration process preserves product data, customer records, order history, URLs, and SEO equity. We stage cutovers to minimise downtime and provide 30 days of post-launch support.
Do you build custom Shopify apps?
Yes, when off-the-shelf apps cannot meet your requirements. We scope, develop, document, and support custom Shopify apps using Shopify APIs. Common projects include custom shipping calculators, product configurators, and integrations with systems that lack native Shopify connectors.
How do you report on results?
Plain-English dashboards with the metrics that matter: conversion rate, average order value, revenue by channel, and ROI. We configure GA4 and Shopify analytics during build so you can see exactly how your store performs from day one. Monthly strategy calls align roadmaps with your business targets.
What ongoing support do you offer after launch?
We offer flexible maintenance retainers for ongoing updates, security patches, app management, and performance optimisation. Support packages start from $500 per month and scale based on store complexity and update frequency. You will always have a direct line to our Sydney team.
Why choose CCM over other Shopify agencies in Sydney?
We combine 17 years of ecommerce experience with genuine performance accountability. Our case studies show real results: 2x revenue for Zebra Home, 38% more leads for Fitness Hero. You get no lock-in contracts, transparent pricing, and a team that answers the phone when things break.
Ready to see what a top Shopify dev team can do?
Your ecommerce store deserves a team as committed to your success as you are. We turn your goals into growth through custom Shopify solutions, transparent pricing, and support that actually picks up the phone.
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