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Find the Best Shopify Experts in Hungary

A Hungarian store needs nothing unusual from Shopify itself. Payouts arrive in forint or euro, and both the admin and the checkout are available in Hungarian. The harder decision is who builds it, because the local bench is small.

There are three Shopify experts in Hungary on shopexperts as of October 2026, all 3 of them agencies, based in Budapest, Debrecen and Üröm. Each lists store setup, Shopify development, consulting and design, so these are strategy-and-build studios rather than single-skill contractors. Two also cover finance, taxes and compliance, which helps with the VAT set-up.

Three profiles is already a shortlist. Ask all three below for a quote on the same brief, and judge them on how well they question it, not just on price.

Top-rated Shopify experts in Hungary

Muhammad Asad ullah baig
MA
Shopify Plus EngineerIslamabad, PakistanFrom $100
5.00(15 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
100

Turn Your Shopify Store Into a Reliable Sales Engine If you're looking for a Shopify developer who understands both the technical side and the business outcomes behind it, you're in the right place. As a Shopify Certified Developer with 10+ years of hands-on experience, I've worked with 100+ brands across fashion, apparel, beauty, food, fitness, and electronics to build stores that are fast, scalable, and built to convert. Whether you're a founder launching your first store or an established brand ready to level up, I bring the expertise to get you there. What Gets Delivered: Every project is approached with one goal, growth. Here's what that looks like in practice: Custom Shopify Theme Development — Figma and Adobe XD designs transformed into clean, maintainable Liquid-based themes optimized for performance and long-term scalability Store Redesigns & UX Improvements — Navigation restructured, friction points removed, and user journeys refined to drive more conversions without disrupting live traffic Speed & Performance Optimization — Core Web Vitals improvements, faster page load times, and technical SEO fixes that directly impact search rankings and reduce bounce rate Custom Feature Development — Bundles, upsells, subscriptions, loyalty programs, and third-party API integrations tailored to specific business models Store Migrations & Ongoing Support — Smooth, low-risk platform migrations and dependable technical maintenance that keep operations running without interruption Why Brands Keep Coming Back: Every architecture decision, layout choice, and integration is guided by one question: Does this help the business grow? Clean code and structured development aren't just standards — they're what make a store reliable at scale. Founders launching from scratch, in-house teams needing a trusted technical collaborator, and agencies looking for a dependable Shopify specialist, all have found long-term value in this kind of partnership. Ready to Grow Your Shopify Store? Whether it's a full custom build, a performance overhaul, or targeted improvements to boost conversions, let's map out a clear path forward. Reach out to discuss your goals and what's possible.

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Ivan Seleznev
IS
Frontend EngineerBelgrade, SerbiaFrom $200
5.00(27 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
95

Senior Shopify Developer with 10+ years of experience building, customizing, and optimizing Shopify and Shopify Plus stores. I specialize in theme development, Liquid, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, performance optimization, app integrations, and creating scalable eCommerce solutions tailored to business goals. I’ve worked across the full development lifecycle, from translating design concepts into responsive, high-performing storefronts to troubleshooting complex technical issues and improving conversion-focused user experiences. I’m also known for fast delivery, clean implementation, and reliable collaboration to deliver business-driven solutions on time.

Awais Javed
AJ
Front-End DeveloperOttawa, CanadaFrom $295
5.00(19 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
100

I'm a Shopify developer with years of hands-on experience building and scaling e-commerce stores — from custom theme development to conversion rate optimization and third-party integrations. I've worked with brands like Après Nail and through platforms like Storetasker, delivering solutions that look great and perform even better. I specialize in Liquid programming, frontend development, and UI/UX enhancement. Whether you need a full theme build, a tricky app integration, or a speed and SEO overhaul, I bring a detail-oriented approach that gets results — not just code. I leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot throughout my workflow — drafting Liquid logic faster, QA-testing edge cases, and generating content-ready section structures. This means faster turnaround, fewer revisions, and more value for your budget. My background spans custom store builds, GA4 + GTM tracking setups, Klaviyo integrations, loyalty app configurations, A/B testing, and cross-functional collaboration with design and marketing teams. I treat every project like it's my own store on the line. I'm a Computer Software Engineering graduate and Growth Collective certified in Creative Website Design (Shopify). Let's build something that converts.

Slash Themes
ST
AgencyNew Delhi, IndiaFrom $500
5.00(16 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
85

At Slash Themes, we are a Shopify-focused commerce studio built to help ambitious brands launch, scale, and optimize high-performing storefronts with speed and precision. For over 7+ years, we’ve partnered with growing and enterprise merchants to architect Shopify and Shopify Plus experiences that are not only visually compelling but structurally built for scale. From complex replatforming projects to custom feature development, we create solutions that simplify operations, enhance customer journeys, and unlock new revenue opportunities. Our approach blends strategy, design, and deep technical expertise—covering custom theme development, custom app development, performance optimization, CRO, and data-driven enhancements. Every build is crafted with flexibility, speed, and long-term growth in mind, ensuring brands can evolve without limitations. More than a development team, we act as a dedicated Shopify partner—continuously refining, optimizing, and supporting the stores we build so our clients can focus on what matters most: growing their business. Core Shopify Services Shopify Store Setup & Configuration Shopify Theme Customization & Development Store Migration to Shopify (WooCommerce, Magento, etc.) Speed & Performance Optimization App Integration & Custom Functionality Bug Fixing & Troubleshooting Custom Design Implementation (Figma/PSD to Shopify) Ongoing Store Maintenance & Support ✦ With teams based in Germany and India, we support Shopify brands globally.

Has Merit
HM
AgencyVienna, AustriaFrom $680
5.00(2 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
40

HAS MERIT is a studio crafting conversion-driven Shopify storefronts and building brands for ambitious companies. We design and develop polished sites that feel like real brands (not quick templates) and back them with brand identity systems that create lasting recognition. From strategy to branding to design to development, everything’s done in-house for a seamless process. We’re a great fit for brands seeking personalized brand design paired with thoughtful conversion strategy, without the agency fluff or freelance hit-or-miss. ​ Building Digital Storefronts: Personalised Design - tailored layouts built to sell, not just look good. Custom Development - beyond just templates, crafted solutions for your brand. Conversion Optimisation - auditing and smarter UI/UX so you don’t leave money on the table. Brand & Identity Design - constructing a brand that stands out and connects. Seamless Integrations - payments, shipping, and tools connected without friction.​ ​ We just helped an FMCG brand increase conversions by 56% and increased net sale by 86% within 30 days by tweaking their existing page.​ ​ Female-founded by a designer/developer with experience across brands of all sizes, partnered with a commercial lead from top global CPGs and agencies, we blend design, strategy, and business insight to help brands stand out and scale.​ ​ Our clients have been featured in Forbes, Vogue, Allure, mindbodygreen, Whole Foods and more ​

Dzenana Delibasic
DD
Front-End DeveloperSarajevo, Bosnia & HerzegovinaFrom $120
5.00(4 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
65

Most Shopify stores appear great, but they often fail under the hood. I’ve spent 10 years ensuring that doesn't happen. From custom theme architecture to sophisticated API integrations (CRMs, fulfillment, and custom apps), I provide full-stack solutions that streamline your operations and maximize ROI. What I bring to your project: Precision Frontend: Custom-coded interfaces using React/Vue and Next.js for a lightning-fast, 'app-like' feel. Full-Stack Logic: Deep expertise in Liquid and Shopify APIs to automate your backend and sync your tech stack. Strategic Optimization: A relentless focus on SEO, site speed, and UX that drives actual sales. Whether you need a headless setup or a high-converting custom theme, I offer the agility of a boutique agency with the technical depth of an enterprise team.

Offered services
Shopify Development
Store Setup & Management
AI & Emerging Tech
Consulting & Strategy
Nine Commerce
NC
AgencyOttawa, CanadaFrom $199
5.00(2 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
75

Nine Commerce is a boutique Shopify development agency specializing in high-performance, conversion-focused ecommerce stores. We help DTC brands and marketing teams build fast, scalable Shopify experiences through expert theme development, UX optimization, custom integrations, and performance tuning. Clean builds. No fluff. Results-driven execution.

Richard Forbes-Simpson
RF
Shopify Plus EngineerNewcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomFrom $100
5.00(8 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
85

Shopify stores that earn their keep. I run Graftstudio, the technical and commercial lead for mid-market DTC brands on Shopify Plus. Brands bring me in when the store has outgrown the people who set it up. I find what it's costing, fix what the numbers say pays, and measure every change. In 15+ years I have partnered with over 160 brands that generate £80m in sales across their stores. Cult Gaia, Victoria Beckham, Gymshark, Seafolly and Ireland's largest salon group among them. I'm a Shopify Plus Partner, and three in four brands come back. I take on a small number of brands at a time, offering audits, fix sprints and fractional store ownership.

Three Hungarian agencies: their strengths and the language gap

A short list changes how you hire. With three local agencies you aren't filtering; you're interviewing. Book a call with each, give them the same brief, and compare how they push back on it.

All three Hungarian agencies list design, UX and branding alongside store setup, development, and consulting and strategy. That combination suits a brand that wants a considered build, with positioning, theme design and configuration handled by one team. Two list marketing and growth, two list finance, taxes and compliance, and one lists copywriting and content.

Language is the gap to plan around. All three list English, two list German and one French. None lists Hungarian on its profile. If Hungarian product copy, customer emails or staff training matter to you, ask directly and ask to see Hungarian text they've written. The German skills cut the other way: they're an asset if Austria or Germany is your next market.

Budapest, Debrecen and Üröm appear on the profiles. City matters little for an online build. It matters more for an in-store POS roll-out, where someone on site saves a lot of back-and-forth over video.

The listing below opens with the three experts based in Hungary. Next come experts from outside Hungary who take on projects for European merchants. For a Hungarian store, that second group isn't filler; it's where most of your options sit.

Hiring outside Hungary for a Hungarian store

Benchmark locally first. Treat the three local agencies as your baseline. Their proposals give you a reference for scope, timing and price to hold every regional quote against.

Ask regional experts for Hungarian proof. An agency abroad can configure a Hungarian store flawlessly and still ship clumsy Hungarian copy. Request the URL of a store they run for Hungarian customers, or have a native speaker review a sample product page before you sign.

Settle the currency question. Shopify Payments can pay a Hungarian store in forint or euro. If your payouts are in forint and a team invoices in euros, agree up front who absorbs the exchange difference on a project that runs for months. Fix the invoicing currency in the contract, not in an email.

Start with a tax audit. A small, fixed-price review of your VAT and OSS settings shows how a remote team plans work, reports progress and documents what it changed. It also tests the skill a Hungarian store most needs right, for far less than finding out halfway through a full build.

Keep the keys. Remote or local, your business should own the store, domain and app subscriptions, with the expert invited as a collaborator. Switching teams later then takes an afternoon, not a negotiation.

Forint, EU VAT and a Hungarian checkout: settings that matter

Shopify Payments works for stores based in Hungary, with payouts in Hungarian forint (HUF) or euro. Pick the one that matches the bank account your accountant reconciles, and set it before the first order.

Tax is the setting most worth paying an expert to get right. Hungary charges EU VAT, and Shopify gives a new store two routes. Shopify Tax works out rates for you. Manual Tax leaves you to enter and maintain them.

If you plan to sell to consumers in Austria, Germany or elsewhere in the EU through the One-Stop Shop scheme, the decision is largely made for you. Union OSS needs either Shopify Tax or Basic Tax behind it, and the latter stays closed to stores that only began collecting EU tax on or after 13 May 2026.

Neither route files anything for you. Submitting the return and paying the VAT remain your job, whichever tax service the store runs. A careful expert writes down the option they chose, so your accountant can check the store's settings against the returns.

For a physical shop, bear in mind that Shopify's hardware store won't ship your till to Hungary. According to Shopify, Hungarian merchants buy supported devices from third-party retailers instead, so ask your expert which models they've installed before you order any.

Shopify's admin and checkout both run in Hungarian. The platform's wording is covered; your theme, product pages and notification emails are a separate job for a fluent writer.

Four services every Hungarian profile lists

Each local agency lists several categories. Four of them appear on every one of the three profiles; the other three appear on one or two.

Design, UX and branding

On all 3 profiles: theme design and brand work in-house

Consulting and strategy

All three, so ask whether a discovery phase is in the quote

Store setup and management

Every Hungary-based agency lists it

Shopify development

Also universal across the three

Finance, taxes and compliance

Two of the three, handy for VAT and OSS configuration

Marketing and growth

Two of three; copywriting and content appears on one

Hiring for a Hungarian store: the practical questions

Is there a freelance Shopify expert in Hungary on shopexperts?

Not locally as of October 2026: all three Hungary-based profiles are agencies. If your job is small and well defined, such as a theme tweak or an app integration, look at independents among the European experts below the local three. Agree a fixed price, keep the scope in writing, and add them as a collaborator so your owner login stays private.

Is a Hungarian agency a good route into Austria and Germany?

German appears on two of the local profiles, which is a good start. Selling into German-speaking markets also means translated product data, shipping rates for those countries, a returns process, and VAT charged correctly to Austrian and German consumers. Ask to see a store the agency runs in those markets and how they'd structure yours: one store serving several countries, or separate stores.

How should I budget for a Shopify project in Hungary?

Since all three local agencies list consulting, ask them to price discovery, design, build and launch as separate phases. That lets you stop after any phase if the fit isn't right, and it shows where the money actually goes. Ask whether each phase price is fixed or an estimate.

Do I need a local expert to set up Shopify POS in Hungary?

Not necessarily. A remote expert can configure POS settings, locations and staff permissions. The physical part, connecting card readers, receipt printers and barcode scanners and testing them at the till, goes faster with someone in the room. If your shop is near Budapest or Debrecen, ask the local agencies whether on-site set-up is part of their offer.

Which languages should my Hungarian Shopify store run in?

Hungarian for local shoppers, at minimum, since the checkout already supports it and the remaining work sits in your theme and content. Add English or German only when you see real demand from those markets. Since none of the three local profiles lists Hungarian, line up the Hungarian writer before you think about a second language.