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Can You Run Shopify Locally?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 10:55 pm

Shopify is a platform for businesses of all sizes to create an online store. It offers users a customizable platform, an easy-to-use checkout process, and a wide range of features.Shopify is a great platform for businesses of all sizes to create an online store.

Shopify is a great platform for businesses of all sizes to create an online store. However, can you run Shopify locally?

PRO TIP: If you’re planning to develop a Shopify theme or app, you should be aware that Shopify doesn’t currently support running the platform locally. This means that you’ll need to use a third-party service like MAMP or Cloud9 to develop your theme or app.

The short answer is yes, you can run Shopify locally. However, there are some caveats.

First, Shopify is a cloud-based platform, so you’ll need to have access to the internet in order to use it. Second, running Shopify locally will likely be slower than running it in the cloud. And finally, you’ll need to use a third-party tool like MAMP or XAMPP in order to run Shopify locally on your computer.

So if you’re looking to run Shopify locally, it is possible. Just be aware of the potential drawbacks before getting started.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.