Guides, tips and advice for merchants working with Shopify agencies. New posts every week.
A no-nonsense comparison of all four Shopify plans in 2026. We break down plan fees, card rates, transaction fees, staff limits, and the specific features that make each plan worth the upgrade — with revenue-band recommendations so you can pick the right plan in under five minutes.
By Elena King · April 14, 2026
The real monthly cost of Shopify is not the plan fee on the pricing page. It is plan fee + card processing + Shopify's transaction fee on third-party gateways — plus apps and the optional extras nobody tells you about. Worked examples for $10k, $50k, $100k and $500k/month stores.
By Elena King · April 14, 2026
Shopify Plus costs $2,300/month starting. Is it worth it? We break down the exact revenue, staff, and feature thresholds where Plus pays for itself — and the scenarios where Advanced is still the smarter choice. With worked break-even calculations for Shopify Payments vs third-party gateways.
By Elena King · April 14, 2026
Shopify merchants collectively overpay millions a year in transaction fees by missing a small set of avoidable traps. Here are the seven most common ones — with exact numbers for how much each one costs at $10k, $50k, and $200k/month in revenue.
By Elena King · April 14, 2026
Not all Shopify migrations are equal. Learn the five factors that determine how complex your migration will be — and use our free calculator to get a personalised assessment in 2 minutes.
By Elena King · April 3, 2026
A comprehensive, step-by-step guide to migrating from Magento (Adobe Commerce) to Shopify. Covers data migration, SEO preservation, cost estimates, timelines, and how to choose the right migration agency.
By Varine Rashford · April 3, 2026
A transparent, data-driven breakdown of what it actually costs to build a Shopify store in 2026 — from DIY setups to enterprise Shopify Plus builds. Covers agency fees, app costs, hidden expenses, and how to budget realistically.
By Varine Rashford · April 3, 2026
How to spot warning signs in agency proposals before you sign. Learn the 5 most common red flags, what good proposals look like, and the exact questions to ask to protect your project and budget.
By Varine Rashford · April 3, 2026
A step-by-step guide to creating a professional project brief that helps agencies quote accurately and take your project seriously. Includes a free downloadable template.
By Elena King · April 2, 2026
A Shopify developer in the US charges $80–$250/hr. The same skill set in Poland costs $30–$80/hr. This guide breaks down Shopify agency and freelancer rates across 7 regions so you can hire smarter.
By Katie Goodlord · March 30, 2026
Most Shopify budgets miss half the real costs. This guide breaks down every line item — platform fees, agency costs, apps, integrations, and ongoing maintenance — so you can plan properly and avoid expensive surprises.
By Katie Goodlord · March 28, 2026
Listed on the Shopify Agency Directory? Embed a verified badge on your website to build trust, drive referral traffic, and strengthen your credibility with potential clients.
By Elena King · March 21, 2026