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The risky part of a Costa Rican Shopify build isn't the design. It's checkout, where the payment provider, prices in colones and hand-entered tax rates meet for the first time on a real order.
Stores based in Costa Rica have no Shopify Payments option, which is why that checkout depends on a third-party provider and careful testing. A good expert tests that meeting point before launch, not after your first refund request.
We don't have a Costa Rican shortlist yet, so the Shopify experts for Costa Rica listed below are remote specialists. They're based outside Costa Rica and take on merchants around Latin America.
Send two or three of them a brief that describes your checkout, not just your homepage, and ask for a fixed price.
I have been a Shopify Developer for over 5 years and have experience handling a wide range of projects, from custom theme builds to specific app development. My focus is always on providing practical solutions and high-quality work that meets your specific requirements without overcomplicating the process.
I’m a Shopify Developer specialising in Shopify Plus builds, custom apps, and high-performance storefronts. I help growing brands turn complex requirements into fast, scalable, conversion-focused solutions. I work hands-on with Liquid, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS to create custom themes, build private Shopify apps, and extend Shopify beyond its out-of-the-box limits. I also provide reliable integration and ongoing support, ensuring stores stay fast, stable, and ready to scale. I’m used to working with established teams, tight timelines, and high-traffic environments where quality and performance matter. If you need a Shopify partner who understands both the technical depth and commercial impact, let’s build something together.
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Front-end developer specialized in Shopify with a strong focus on e-commerce UX, performance, and custom features. I work mainly with fashion and jewelry brands, improving product presentation, cart experience, and conversion through thoughtful UI and well-structured Shopify development using Liquid and Hydrogen when needed. I usually collaborate with teams that already have a designer or clear requirements, and I’m most comfortable working on stores in production that need optimization, custom logic, or scalable improvements rather than generic setups. My approach combines technical precision with a clear understanding of how design and performance impact business results.
ZAGO Agency is a Sweden-based Shopify Plus Premier Partner that builds and scales high-performance eCommerce for brands that refuse to settle for average. We specialize in complex Shopify ecosystems from B2B and custom integrations to advanced automation transforming storefronts into scalable revenue engines with measurable ROI. Our work sits at the intersection of strategy, design, and engineering. That means every decision we make is grounded in performance: faster load times, higher conversion rates, and systems that support long-term growth. Unlike traditional agencies, we don’t just “deliver projects.” We partner with brands to solve real business problems whether that’s replatforming from legacy systems, building bespoke Shopify experiences, or optimizing operations through smart automation. From lean startups to enterprise brands, we build Shopify solutions designed to scale with you. Connect with us at: [email protected] | + 46 (0) 765 94 1670 Schedule a Discover Call here: https://calendly.com/shopifyexperts/30min
We specialize in custom development and end-to-end technical support for Shopify merchants, from daily store maintenance to complex custom engineering. We bridge the gap between simple design and advanced functionality. Our Technical Expertise We deploy a robust tech stack to build scalable, high-performing solutions: Frontend: Liquid, JavaScript (React/Vue), HTML5, and CSS3. Backend & Integrations: Node.js and PHP for custom apps and API connections. Low-Code Solutions: We have a dedicated team trained specifically in GemPages for rapid, high-converting landing page builds. How We Help Custom Development: Our senior developers write clean, bespoke code for features that off-the-shelf themes can’t handle. Store Health & Maintenance: Ongoing site audits, speed optimization, and technical troubleshooting. Operational Support: Expert assistance with product uploads, catalog management, and content updates. Whether you need a quick GemPages layout or a complex custom-coded integration, we provide reliable, growth-oriented solutions tailored to your brand.
Hi, I’m Matteo, a Shopify Expert and Web Designer specialized in building, optimizing, and scaling high-performance eCommerce experiences. I’ve worked extensively with Shopify for several years, helping medium and large businesses design, develop, and grow their online stores with a strong focus on UX, performance, and conversion rate optimization. I’m currently ranked among the Top 10 Shopify Experts in Italy, and I collaborate daily with brands that need more than just a “nice-looking” store, they need a platform that truly supports their business goals. My experience covers: Custom Shopify theme development Advanced theme customization and UI/UX optimization Shopify app integrations and API-based solutions Store migrations and complex setups (B2C, B2B, multi-market) Ongoing optimization, performance improvements, and CRO
Maukau (pronounced mo-ko ) takes a holistic approach to e-commerce growth. We identify and execute on the highest-impact opportunities across your entire business—not just your storefront. Since 2016, we've worked exclusively on Shopify, helping merchants with established product-market fit break through their revenue ceiling. What we do: → Complete store redesigns & Shopify Plus migrations → Store audits & analytics → CRO & UI/UX optimization → Back-end automation & operational workflows → Retail & international expansion → Strategic guidance on where to focus for maximum impact Back-end stack: Matrixify · Mechanic · Shopify Flow · SupaEasy (Shopify Functions) · Checkout Blocks (Checkout Extensibility) · Elevar · Prediko · Order Edit · Baback · Siena · Atlas Pickup Points Marketing & retention: Klaviyo · Loyoly · WhatsApp · JudgeMe · Social Snowball Our average client relationship spans 4 years. Merchants see +78% revenue growth on average after their first year working with us. Based in Paris with US/UK backgrounds and native English fluency—we work seamlessly with international brands.
Braun Design Co | Boutique Shopify Plus Partner | Austin, TX | Since 2016 We build and maintain custom Shopify stores for brands that want a real partner, not a revolving door of junior devs and project managers. With 10 years focused exclusively on Shopify, we specialize in custom builds, platform migrations (Magento, WooCommerce, BigCommerce to Shopify and Shopify Plus), and long-term development partnerships for brands in wellness, sports & lifestyle, food, jewelry, and consumer products. Clients we've built for: KT Tape · Baby Trend · Derma E · Saalt · 1928 Jewelry · Gossamer Gear · Urban Body Jewelry · Post & Porch · Dorai · New Canaan Farms · The Symphony Store What we do: Custom Shopify and Shopify Plus builds Platform migrations with zero-downtime planning and SEO preservation AI search optimization (AEO, also called AISO) with schema markup and structured data for AI-driven product discovery Agentic Storefront configuration and MCP integration for AI shopping assistants Conversion rate optimization (CRO) and UX/UI improvements Site speed and performance optimization (Core Web Vitals, LCP, CLS) ADA and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility audits and remediation SEO audits and on-site optimization Checkout optimization and Shopify Checkout Extensibility Third-party app integrations and custom development Analytics, tracking, and attribution setup Ongoing monthly maintenance, content updates, and feature additions Why brands stick with us: Our average client relationship spans 5+ years. Our longest-running retainer client has been with us since 2019 with monthly development, maintenance, and strategic support. That's not a transaction. That's a partnership. You work directly with our core team. We know Shopify and we know your business. No revolving door of freelancers. We don't just build stores. We optimize them. From improving page speed and Core Web Vitals scores to CRO testing and making sure your site is accessible to every customer, we take post-launch performance just as seriously as the initial build. If your current agency feels like a black box, or you're tired of explaining your business from scratch every time you need something done, we're the alternative.
Freedom Finance is a boutique fractional CFO and accounting firm built exclusively for ecommerce brands. We work with founders who have outgrown basic bookkeeping and need real financial clarity to scale profitably. Our focus is on cash flow, inventory, unit economics, and decision-ready reporting — not just historical financials. We help ecommerce teams: Understand true profitability by product, channel, and offer Manage cash flow and inventory without surprises Build and maintain forecasts and 13-week cash flow models Improve gross margin, contribution margin, and ad efficiency Prepare clean, investor-ready financials We primarily support Shopify brands in the $1M–$50M+ range across DTC, subscription, and omnichannel ecommerce. Engagements are fixed-price and hands-on, with CFO-level ownership — not outsourced bookkeeping. If you’re looking for a financial partner who understands how ecommerce actually works, we’d love to help.
YourStoreMatters: The Shopify Growth Agency for Ambitious Brands. We help established brands scale their revenue on Shopify and Shopify Plus. We don't just build stores; we build systems that sell. Our focus is simple: High-Converting Design + Automated Customer Retention. How We Help You Grow: Shopify Store Builds: We design fast, premium stores that are easy for your team to manage. No messy code, just a stable foundation for growth. Email & SMS Marketing: As Klaviyo Master Silver Partners, we turn your email list into a consistent revenue engine (usually 30%+ of total sales) using automated flows and segmentation. Subscriptions & Loyalty: We implement Recharge and Love Loyalty to turn one-time buyers into recurring subscribers. Pain-Free Migrations: We handle the complex move from Magento, WooCommerce, or older Shopify themes so you don't lose data or rankings. Why Merchants Trust Us: We operate as your long-term partner, not a one-off freelancer. We are obsessed with your ROI, your site speed, and your customer's experience. Our Certified Tech Stack: We are official experts in the tools that power modern ecommerce: Growth: Klaviyo, Omnisend Apps: Recharge, Judge.me, Loox, Shopify Flow Themes: Specialized in customizing premium themes like Horizon, Archetype & Out of the Sandbox Themes. VERIFIED PARTNER PROFILE: Shopify · Klaviyo Master Silver · Rebuy Bronze · Recharge · Trustpilot · Judgeme · LoyaltyLion · TextYess Elite
What the listing shows. The listing doesn't open with local experts, because too few are based in Costa Rica so far. The experts listed are located outside Costa Rica and work with Latin American merchants, which means every hire from this page is a remote one.
Panama has the same set-up. Stores in Panama get what Costa Rican stores get from Shopify: no Shopify Payments, Manual Tax only, POS hardware from outside retailers and a Spanish checkout. A small group of experts is based in Panama City, and their page is linked below. Someone who has launched a Panamanian store has already solved most of a Costa Rican one; ask whether they've priced a store in colones, then walk its checkout yourself.
The payment provider account is the one to guard. A third-party provider holds your customers' payments, so open that account in your own business's name, along with the Shopify store itself. The expert gets staff access to Shopify and, only if the integration needs it, limited access to the provider. When the project ends, you remove them; nothing has to be handed back.
Working hours decide how launch day goes. Agree a window each weekday when the expert can be reached, and how a checkout failure gets escalated outside it. An expert whose day barely overlaps yours can still do excellent build work. They just shouldn't be the only person on call when you go live.
Colones or another currency: decide before the quote. Your store sells in Costa Rican colones (CRC), while a remote expert could quote in something else. Agree the contract currency, who covers transfer fees and how exchange-rate swings are handled on longer projects, so the quote and the final invoice match.
Remote experts quote from what you send them. A thin brief gets a padded quote; a precise one gets a number you can trust.
What to put in it:
- What you sell, how many products, and whether you also sell in person
- The payment provider you've chosen, or a request for advice on one that settles in colones
- Who supplies the tax rates (usually your accountant), noting that Shopify offers Manual Tax only for Costa Rica
- The store's language, and any second language you plan to add
- Your launch date and what must be working by then
Questions to send with it. Ask which checkout scenarios they'll test: a successful payment, a declined card, a refund and a discount code. An expert who lists those unprompted has launched stores before. Ask, too, what they'll need from you in the first week.
A paid first step. If two quotes look alike, pay your preferred candidate for a small fixed-price task first, such as connecting the provider on a development store and running those test scenarios. An expert who finds a problem you didn't know about has earned the full contract.
Costa Rica's set-up comes down to five checks, and a capable expert works through them in this order.
1. Currency. The store prices in Costa Rican colones (CRC). Every price, discount and shipping rate should be set in colones and checked on the storefront before anything else.
2. Payments. With Shopify Payments unavailable in Costa Rica, a third-party provider handles checkout. The expert connects it and confirms that it accepts payments in colones and shows the methods your customers expect.
3. Tax. Costa Rican stores are limited to Manual Tax, without Shopify Tax or Basic Tax, which means the rates your accountant supplies are the rates customers pay, no more and no less, until someone changes them. The expert enters them, checks totals on test orders and can install a third-party tax app should you want the rates handled by software.
4. Language. Spanish works for staff in the Shopify admin and for customers at checkout. The expert should read the whole checkout in Spanish, including custom fields and the order confirmation email.
5. In-person sales. Shopify sells POS kit through its own hardware store, but not to Costa Rica, so devices come from third-party retailers. The expert confirms each device is supported before you buy, then runs a test sale at the counter.
For a Costa Rican store, expert time pays back fastest on these jobs:
Payments, refunds, discounts and declines tried before launch
A third-party provider connected and settling in colones
Manual rates keyed in from your accountant and proven on test orders
Custom text and notifications translated to match
Products, customers and old URLs moved across cleanly
This page has no Costa Rican price range, so price the job from its scope. Ask for a fixed price against your written brief and an hourly rate for changes outside it. Make sure every quote is in the same currency, whether colones or the expert's own, or you'll be judging exchange rates instead of value. Check what testing is included, since that's the line cheap quotes drop first.
For a full launch, often yes. An agency can put a designer, a developer and someone running checkout tests on the job at once, and someone covers when your main contact is away. For a single task, such as connecting a payment provider or fixing a theme, a freelancer usually delivers the same result for less. Our freelancer vs agency guide goes deeper.
Ask them to build on a duplicate theme and send you a preview link before anything goes live. Place a test order yourself in colones, request a refund on it, and read the confirmation email. Ask for a short handover note listing every app installed and setting changed. If you can't follow the note, ask for a clearer one; you'll need it when someone else takes over.
Check each profile's languages before you shortlist, because the remote experts listed here vary. A developer without Spanish can still configure the store, but the checkout will run in Spanish, so someone fluent should write and proofread anything customers read. Hiring a Spanish-speaking expert saves that extra step.
Agree it in the contract rather than hoping. A sensible standard is a reply within one working day for routine requests and a much faster response for anything that stops orders, such as payments failing at your provider or a broken checkout. Ask how urgent issues reach them outside normal hours and who covers their holidays.
