Shopify Stores, Built to Sell.

Why should I choose Shopify for my online store?

Shopify is a leading eCommerce platform because it’s easy to use, quick to set up, and packed with features. It handles everything from website hosting to payment processing, so you can focus on your business. With a vast marketplace of apps and themes, Shopify can be tailored to suit businesses of all sizes – whether you’re selling a few products or thousands.

What’s the difference between Shopify and Shopify Plus?

Shopify Plus is the enterprise version of Shopify. It’s designed for high-volume businesses and offers advanced features like greater customisation, dedicated support, lower transaction fees, and the ability to handle extremely large traffic and sales volumes. If you’re a rapidly growing store or large enterprise, Shopify Plus provides more scalability and flexibility than a standard Shopify plan.

How long does it take to build a custom Shopify store?

Development timelines can vary based on the complexity of your site. A basic Shopify store with a pre-made theme can be set up in a matter of days, while a fully custom-designed and developed Shopify site might take several weeks. At ID Digital, we typically design, build, and launch custom Shopify stores in a few weeks, ensuring thorough testing and quality throughout the process.

Can I migrate my existing website to Shopify?

Absolutely. We have experience migrating stores from platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, and custom solutions to Shopify. During a migration, we carefully import products, customers, and order data, and set up redirects to preserve your SEO rankings. Our goal is to make the transition seamless so you can start selling on Shopify with minimal downtime or disruption.

Is Shopify good for SEO?

Yes – Shopify is built with SEO-friendly practices in mind. It generates clean URLs, has a quick loading infrastructure, and includes basic SEO fields out of the box. However, maximizing SEO on Shopify still requires the right strategy (keyword-optimised content, meta tags, etc.) and possibly apps for advanced features. We ensure your Shopify site follows SEO best practices to help you rank well.

Do I need a developer to set up my Shopify store, or can I do it myself?

Shopify is very user-friendly, so technically you can set up a basic store yourself – especially using its predefined themes and apps. However, if you want a truly polished, custom online store (or have specific needs), a developer is highly recommended. Our Shopify developers handle all the heavy lifting: custom design, coding, and integration of features. This professional setup saves you time and ensures your store is optimised for sales from day one.

How much does Shopify cost per month?

Shopify offers several plans. The Basic plan (suitable for new small businesses) starts at a modest monthly fee, the Shopify plan adds more features for growing businesses, and Advanced and Plus cater to high-volume stores with premium features and support. In addition to the subscription, consider transaction fees (which are waived if you use Shopify Payments) and costs for any third-party apps or themes. We can help you choose the most cost-effective plan for your needs.

Can Shopify integrate with my existing systems (CRM, ERP, shipping software, etc.)?

Yes. One of Shopify’s strengths is its ability to integrate with other systems. It offers many built-in integrations and apps – for email marketing, accounting, inventory management, and more. For anything not covered by an app, we can develop custom integrations. Whether you need to sync your Shopify orders with a CRM like HubSpot or connect to a custom inventory database, our team can make sure your Shopify store talks to your other business tools smoothly.

Is Shopify secure for online payments and customer data?

Definitely. Shopify is a fully hosted platform with robust security. It’s Level 1 PCI DSS compliant, which means it meets the highest standards for keeping payment information and customer data safe. Shopify handles security updates and compliance in the background. As a store owner, you should still follow best practices (strong passwords, two-factor authentication, reviewing app permissions), but Shopify provides a very secure base for your eCommerce operations.

Can Shopify handle a large inventory or very high traffic?

Yes, Shopify is built to scale. Large brands with thousands of products and huge traffic spikes (especially on Shopify Plus) run successfully on Shopify. The platform’s infrastructure will automatically handle surges in traffic – for example, during big sales events – so your site remains live and fast. If you have a vast inventory, Shopify’s backend and search can manage it, and we can implement advanced filtering or organisation to help customers navigate it. In short, Shopify can power stores from small boutiques to enterprise-level operations.

Got more questions? We’re here to help! Feel free to reach out and we’ll gladly answer any other Shopify queries you have.