Public app development

Public Shopify app development services

Starcodia builds public Shopify apps for clients who want to distribute functionality through the Shopify App Store. Whether you are launching a SaaS product serving merchants or creating a licensed solution for your industry, we handle development, compliance and ongoing maintenance.

Who we build public apps for

Public app development is suited for specific client types:

SaaS founders and startups. You have a product concept for the Shopify ecosystem and need development expertise to bring it to market. Starcodia provides the technical capability while you focus on product vision and go-to-market.

Agencies and consultants. You want to productize your expertise into an app that generates recurring revenue alongside your services. We build the technical product while you leverage your existing client relationships.

Enterprise brands. You have developed proprietary functionality and want to license it to other merchants through the App Store. We help structure and build for public distribution.

Technology companies. You are integrating with Shopify as part of a broader platform strategy and need native Shopify app development expertise.

What Starcodia delivers

Concept validation. Before building, we help validate your app concept through competitive analysis, market sizing and feature prioritization. We define an MVP scope that proves the concept efficiently.

Architecture and planning. We design app architecture for scalability, security and maintainability. Technical decisions that support growth as your user base expands.

Full-stack development. Complete app development using Shopify's recommended patterns, APIs and frameworks. React-based admin UIs, proper webhook handling, efficient API usage.

Built for Shopify compliance. We build to certification standards from the start, meeting requirements for performance, security, UX and API usage.

App Store optimization. We optimize your App Store listing for discoverability and conversion with effective screenshots, descriptions and positioning.

Launch support. Assistance with App Store submission, approval process and initial launch activities.

Ongoing maintenance. Post-launch maintenance, bug fixes, feature development and API updates as Shopify evolves.

Types of public apps we build

  • Marketing and sales apps - Upsells, cross-sells, email capture, social proof
  • Operations apps - Inventory management, fulfillment, shipping
  • Integration apps - Connect Shopify with other platforms and services
  • Analytics apps - Reporting, insights, customer intelligence
  • Storefront apps - Product displays, navigation, search enhancements

Discuss public app development

If you have a public app concept or need development expertise, Starcodia can help bring your app to market.

Get in touch

Frequently Asked Questions

Timeline varies based on complexity. Simple apps may take 6-10 weeks, while complex apps with multiple features can take 3-6 months. Add time for App Store approval and Built for Shopify certification.
Public app development typically ranges from £20,000-£100,000+ depending on complexity, features and integrations. We provide detailed estimates after discovery and requirements definition.