Find your next customers in r/shopify
r/shopify is the go-to community for Shopify store owners asking for app recommendations, troubleshooting themes, and swapping growth tactics.
Who buys here and why
Active Shopify merchants ranging from side-project store owners to established DTC brands doing seven figures. They are already committed to the Shopify ecosystem and buy apps, themes, and services almost continuously. Purchase barriers are low because most tools charge monthly and can be cancelled quickly.
App recommendations dominate the feed. Owners describe exactly what they need in practical terms, often naming a specific feature gap. These are warm prospects who have already decided to buy something and are just choosing which one.
Buyer-intent signals to watch
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How to participate in r/shopify without spamming
r/shopify allows app recommendations in comments but bans posts that are purely promotional. If someone asks for an app recommendation and yours fits, a direct and honest answer is perfectly appropriate. Disclose if you work on the app.
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Frequently asked questions
How often do Shopify store owners buy new apps?
Frequently. The average active store has between 6 and 20 apps installed, and owners regularly try new ones or replace ones with price hikes or missing features.
What kinds of apps get the most recommendations in r/shopify?
Email marketing, reviews and social proof, upsell and cross-sell, subscription management, and shipping/tracking apps are perennially popular.
Is it acceptable to recommend my own Shopify app in a thread?
Yes, as long as the thread is asking for recommendations and you disclose your role. A helpful, specific answer that matches their requirements is appreciated.
Are the buyers here serious merchants or mostly beginners?
A wide range. Filter by post history or store revenue mentions in threads to gauge seriousness. Questions about specific conversion or revenue problems typically come from more established stores.
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