How long does it take to build a Shopify store?

A Shopify store with a customised theme and standard setup can be ready in 2-3 weeks. Projects with custom design, multiple integrations or migration from another platform usually take 1-2 months. We set the exact timeline after the initial analysis call, based on the complexity and requirements of the project.

Can I migrate my store to Shopify from WooCommerce or Magento?

Yes. We carry out full migrations from WooCommerce, Magento 1/2, PrestaShop and other e-commerce platforms to Shopify, transferring the entire product catalogue, categories, customer base and order history. Throughout the process, we keep the existing SEO structure and set up 301 redirects so you do not lose organic traffic.

Do I need technical knowledge to manage a Shopify store?

No. Shopify has one of the most accessible admin interfaces on the e-commerce market. You can add products, edit pages and manage orders without any programming knowledge. When we hand over the store, we give your team dedicated training that covers all the day-to-day admin tasks.

What does the Shopify subscription include? What do I pay each month?

The Shopify subscription (paid directly to Shopify) starts at $39/month and includes hosting, an SSL certificate, automatic security updates and 24/7 support. At LEADLION you pay only for development and webmastering services: building the store, customisation, integrations and, optionally, ongoing maintenance. The two costs are separate and transparent.

Can I sell internationally with a Shopify online store?

Yes. Shopify Markets lets you manage international sales from a single store: checkout in the shopper's local currency, automatic translations, regional domains and payment methods specific to each market. You can set different prices per country, handle taxes and duties, and create localised shopping experiences for more than 150 countries. We have direct experience with stores selling in the German and international markets.

Is Shopify good for SEO?

Yes. Out of the box, Shopify includes clean, SEO-friendly URLs, editable meta titles and meta descriptions for every page and product, an automatically generated XML sitemap, canonical tags to avoid duplicate content and infrastructure optimised for loading speed. On top of that, we configure Google Search Console and implement structured data (schema.org) to enable rich snippets in Google results.

What happens after my Shopify online store launches?

After launch, you get 30 days of included technical support, during which we monitor the store, fix any issues and answer your team's questions. For long-term work, we offer two options: monthly maintenance packages with dedicated support hours, or one-off interventions paid per task, depending on the needs and pace of your business.

LEADLION - 100% digital DNA

Building Shopify online stores

We build turnkey online stores on Shopify, from custom design and full setup to local integrations (couriers, invoicing) and optimisation.

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Complex

Shopify implementations

15+

years of e-commerce experience

10+

local integrations delivered on Shopify

Shopify

your online store

Marketplaces

eMAG · Amazon · OLX

orders

Shopify Markets

international sales

sales abroad

Online payments

card · cash on delivery

payment

Couriers

FAN Courier · Sameday · Cargus · DPD · GLS · Posta Romana

AWB

Invoicing

SmartBill · Oblio · iFactor · Facturis

invoice

Marketing setup

GA4 · GTM · Meta Pixel · Search Console

conversions

Partner

Platinum Partner

what we do

Complete services for building a Shopify online store

LEADLION covers the whole Shopify development cycle, so you do not need any other suppliers.

01 · Design

Shopify Web Design

We create a store interface tailored to your brand's visual identity.

Starting from a customised premium Shopify theme or from a fully custom design
The design is optimised for conversions (clear CTAs, intuitive navigation, product pages that sell)
100% responsive: desktop, tablet and mobile

02 · Setup

Shopify store setup: a platform ready to sell

We set up your Shopify online store from end to end.

Category and product structure, variants (colour, size), advanced filters
Online payment methods (card, cash on delivery) and shipping settings
Information pages (About us, Contact, Policies, GDPR)

03 · Marketing

Digital marketing setup

You get every tool you need to track and grow your sales.

We configure Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager
Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram) and Google Search Console
Email marketing campaigns (newsletter, abandoned cart recovery)

04 · Integrations

Local Shopify integrations: couriers, invoicing, marketplaces

We connect your Shopify store to the logistics ecosystem in Romania.

Couriers: FAN CourierSamedayCargusDPDGLSPosta Romana
Invoicing: SmartBillOblioiFactorFacturis
Marketplaces: eMAG MarketplaceAmazonOLX

05 · Migration

Shopify online store migration from Magento, WooCommerce or PrestaShop

We migrate stores from Magento, WooCommerce, PrestaShop or other platforms to Shopify.

Full transfer of products, categories, customers and orders
Our experience includes complex Magento 1 to Shopify migrations
The SEO structure and 301 redirects are preserved

Portfolio

Some of the Shopify online stores built by LEADLION

LEADLION portfolio

Shopify

Tudor Personal Tailor

tudor-tailor.com

Shopify store for the Romanian made-to-measure tailoring brand: suits, shirts and shoes made to order.

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The cosmetology.ro online store, built on Shopify

ShopifyCosmetology

Platform

Why Shopify for your online store?

The concrete reasons for choosing Shopify, focused on business benefits.

up to

+50%

conversion rate with Shop Pay

Checkout optimised for conversions

Shopify has the best-performing checkout in the e-commerce industry, tested and refined on millions of transactions worldwide
Shop Pay speeds up payment and can raise the conversion rate by up to 50% compared with a standard checkout

Global CDN

and optimised hosting, included

100% responsive and fast

Every Shopify store comes with a global CDN and optimised hosting included
Pages load fast on any device, anywhere in the world, with no extra investment in infrastructure or dedicated servers

13000+

apps in the Shopify App Store

App ecosystem

The Shopify App Store offers more than 13000 apps, from email marketing and automation to returns management and loyalty programmes
Any extra functionality can be added quickly, without custom development

from 10 to

100000

products, on the same platform

Scalability

From 10 products to 100000, the platform grows with your business
When your sales volume outgrows your current plan, Shopify Plus offers enterprise features with no need to migrate to another platform

from

$39/month

with hosting, SSL and 24/7 support

Predictable costs

The Shopify subscription starts at $39/month and includes hosting, an SSL certificate, automatic security updates and 24/7 support
There are no hidden costs for servers, security patches or infrastructure maintenance

Anywhere

including mobile, via the Shopify app

Intuitive administration

The Shopify admin panel lets you add products, manage orders and edit pages without any technical knowledge
The interface is also available on mobile through the Shopify app, giving you full control from anywhere

Magento or Shopify?

We work with both, so we recommend the right platform, not the most expensive one. Shopify when you want a quick launch, a simple catalogue and predictable monthly costs; Magento 2 when you have complex B2B, advanced pricing rules or deep ERP integrations.

Read the Magento vs Shopify guide for 2026

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How we work

How we build a Shopify online store: our process

Five clear steps, no surprises. You know from the start what happens and when.

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Shopify storeBriefIn progressLive

your-store.roPasswordLive

HomepageCategoryProductCheckout

AaTest orderOrderPaymentDeliveryEmailsSpeedOrder #1001new · paid

PaymentsCouriersMarketing

Plan
Design
Setup
Testing
Launch

We start from your business: goals, niche, competitors.

Plan: the store's pages and the features it needs.

Design: mockups and the brand's visual identity.

Setup: theme, products, payments and couriers, with the store behind a password.

Testing: a test order, on every device.

Launch: the password comes off and the store is live.

First order, #1001. We stay with you for 30 days of technical support.

Analysis and planning

We discuss your business goals, analyse your niche, competitors and target audience, then set a clear project plan.

Design and prototyping

This is where the mockups of the main pages (homepage, category, product, checkout) and the full visual identity take shape.

Shopify development and setup

We build your Shopify store: theme, products, payments and couriers, all tested on a staging environment.

2-3 weeks (customised theme)1-2 months (custom design, multiple integrations or migration)

Testing and optimisation

Order flow, payments, delivery and speed are tested on every device, and anything that underperforms gets optimised.

Launch

Your Shopify online store goes live, with full training, written documentation and technical support for the first 30 days.

Shopify agency

Why LEADLION?

The concrete reasons to work with us rather than someone else.

Experience with enterprise and mid-market clients
We work with brands that are just starting out as well as enterprise companies in Romania and Europe. Our portfolio includes complex e-commerce projects with thousands of products, multiple integrations and advanced technical requirements.
Partnerships with the biggest e-commerce software vendors
As an Amasty Platinum Partner, we have extensive experience on both Shopify and Magento 2. This dual expertise lets us recommend and implement the right solution for each business.
Local integrations that work
We have successfully integrated FAN Courier, Sameday, Cargus, SmartBill and eMAG Marketplace on Shopify stores in Romania. We know the local challenges, from automatic AWB generation to invoicing compliant with ANAF (the Romanian tax authority), and we solve them in the first iteration.
Full-service approach
Design, development, integrations, marketing setup and training, all under a single contract. No juggling 3-4 suppliers and no time lost coordinating separate teams.
Post-launch support
30 days of technical support are included after launch. For long-term work, we offer monthly maintenance packages or one-off, task-based interventions, depending on what each client needs.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Have a question that isn't here?

A Shopify store starts at 2000 EUR for a standard build with a customised theme, basic setup and essential integrations. Complex projects, with custom design from scratch, multiple integrations (couriers, invoicing, marketplace), data migration and advanced features, can reach 10000-15000 EUR or more. The final price depends on the number of products, the level of customisation, the integrations you need and the complexity of the project. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Let's promote your business!

We already know that every business is unique. That is why we invite you to fill in the form and then talk to one of our specialists, so that together we can find the best mix for you and your business!

Email: office@leadlion.ro
Phone: (+40) 740 148 458
Address: Strada Emanoil Porumbaru 80, 2nd floor, apt. 6,
Sector 1, Bucharest