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Can You Sell Apps on Shopify?

Last updated on January 8, 2023 @ 5:41 am

Yes, you can sell apps on Shopify. You can use Shopify’s App Store to find and install apps that add features and functionality to your shop.

To sell an app on Shopify, you first need to create a listing for it in the App Store. Once your listing is live, you can start promoting it to Shopify merchants.

The App Store is a great way to get your app in front of thousands of potential customers. When you create a listing for your app, be sure to include clear and concise descriptions of what your app does and how it can benefit Shopify merchants.

You should also include screenshots or videos that show off your app’s features.

Once your listing is live, you can start promoting it to Shopify merchants. There are a few ways to do this:

  • Email marketing: Send out emails to your list of potential customers letting them know about your new app.
  • Social media: Share your app on social media sites like Twitter and Facebook.
  • Blog posts: Write blog posts about your app and how it can help Shopify merchants grow their businesses.
  • Paid ads: Run paid ads on Google or social media sites to promote your app to a wider audience.
PRO TIP: If you are thinking about selling apps on Shopify, beware! There are a few things you should know before taking the plunge.

First and foremost, Shopify is not an app store. You cannot simply upload your app and start selling it. Instead, Shopify requires that you use their built-in app development platform to create your app. This can be a bit of a learning curve if you’re not already familiar with coding.

Secondly, because Shopify is not an app store, there is no guarantee that your app will be accepted by them. In fact, they are quite strict about what types of apps they allow on their platform. So if your app doesn’t fit their criteria, you could be out of luck.

Lastly, even if your app is accepted and does well on Shopify, be aware that they take a hefty cut of the profits (30%). So if you’re looking to make a lot of money from selling apps, Shopify might not be the best platform for you.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.