Migration

Shopify Migration

Outgrow Shopify's template constraints. Build a truly custom storefront while keeping Shopify's reliable commerce engine.

Beyond Shopify's Limitations

Shopify excels at getting stores online quickly, but ambitious brands eventually hit walls. Liquid templating restricts design freedom, theme customisation becomes fragile, and checkout limitations frustrate conversion optimisation. Headless Shopify (using the Storefront API) lets you keep Shopify's battle-tested checkout and inventory management while gaining complete frontend freedom.

Why Go Headless with Shopify

Keep Shopify's strengths while removing its limitations

Total Design Freedom

Break free from Liquid templates. Build pixel-perfect designs with React, Vue, or any modern framework.

Superior Performance

Static generation and edge deployment deliver sub-second loads—impossible with traditional Shopify themes.

Developer Workflow

Git-based deployments, proper staging environments, and modern CI/CD instead of Shopify's theme editor.

Native App Parity

Build progressive web apps or native mobile experiences sharing the same commerce backend.

Content Flexibility

Integrate any headless CMS for rich content experiences beyond Shopify's basic blog and pages.

Conversion Optimisation

A/B test anything, implement custom checkout flows, and personalise without app limitations.

Migration Approach

Transition to headless while keeping Shopify as your commerce engine

1

Current State Analysis

Audit your existing theme, apps, custom functionality, and third-party integrations to plan the migration.

2

Architecture Design

Define your headless stack—frontend framework, hosting, CMS integration, and Storefront API implementation.

3

Frontend Development

Build your custom storefront consuming Shopify's Storefront API, with all existing features recreated.

4

App Replacement

Replace Shopify apps with headless-compatible alternatives or custom implementations where needed.

5

Testing & Launch

Comprehensive testing across devices and checkout flows, followed by DNS cutover to your new storefront.

Ready for a Custom Shopify Experience?

Let's discuss how headless can unlock your store's full potential.

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