ECOMMERCE MIGRATIONS & COMPLETE STORE SETUPS

PROFESSIONALLY CRAFTED SHOPIFY WEBSITES SINCE 2017

PACKAGES

Whether you're migrating an entire store to Shopify, starting a new store from scratch, revamping an existing store, or just need help with a handful of things - I've got you covered!

PROJECT PRICING

INFORMATION

Gain confidence before hiring me. Read through the project checklists, as well as information on what to expect when working with me, how Shopify works, and much more.

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TESTIMONIALS

My complete collection of reviews from past clients and merchants. From my time in the Shopify call center, to small tasks, complete store setups, & ecommerce platform migrations.

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"Stephen has been responsive, detailed and offered a great deal of knowledge."

Focus Fixings

"This marks my third project with Stephen's World. I couldn't be more satisfied!"

Kelowna Karting

"We couldn't be happier with the results!"

Make-A-Wish Canada

"Working with Stephen was a dream!"

Django & Juliette

"Made changing themes quick and easy."

DodoCase

"I couldn't be happier with the experience and highly recommend."

Farmer Joe's Gardens

"I highly recommend working with Stephen for your Shopify project."

Moss Growers Direct

"Stephen provided an accurate design."

Wander Disc Golf

"He exceeded my expectations and then some."

Raptor Racing

"Looks great!"

Chateau MS

"I highly recommend Stephen's World."

Infinity Label Group

"I will definitely use Stephen's services in a near future again."

Gelfenbeyn Fitness

"Very easy to communicate with, great understanding of solution required."

Toggle Clamp Store

"I couldn’t be more happy with our new website."

Axeman Tools

"Having Stephen assist us with this project from A to Z was worth the price."

Velo Lifestyle

"This looks great!"

Exposed Skincare

"Stephen has definitely showed his expertise and is worth the investment."

Trigger Airsoft

"Was on point with advice and managed the migration of our site seamlessly."

Cody & Sioux

"Stephen possessed the experience and knowledge to deliver our project."

Forest Foods

"He really made the process easy. I would highly recommend!"

Silver Stag Knives

"Working with Stephen's World has been a rewarding experience."

Music Spruce Canada

"A very positive experience and I would highly recommend his services."

Cheese Maker CA

"I absolutely LOVE the website!"

Pacabella

"Working with Stephen is just plain awesome and so is the website he built for me."

12Blueprints

"If you're on the fence, just hit the button, hire Stephen and don't look back."

Lucky + Dog Austin

"If you need help with your site, I would highly recommend!"

Stitch & Quilt

"Can't recommend him highly enough!"

Frenelle Jewellery

"Very good experience with Stephen."

Flight Factory Discs

"You are in good hands with Stephen's World!"

Deveney Stamps

"Stephen did a great job with our project."

Wonder Pens

"We highly recommend him, and look forward to working with Stephen in the future!"

Safari Pet Center

"Thanks for your help on the Cart. Looks good!"

Founders Club

"Stephen was quick, helpful and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend."

Simply Breathe

"Great job! Extremely pleased with my new store!"

Snoopn4pnuts

"Thanks so much for all of your help."

Mark Steel Jewelry

"Not only completed the work, but made it better than we could have expected!"

SnapCab

"Highly recommend if you are looking to switch or start up Shopify."

Barking Babies

"We would highly recommend Stephen and will use him again ourselves as needed."

Close To You

"Thanks for your help!"

Hockey Authentic

"I couldn't imagine working with a more qualified expert!"

Art On Papers

"My site is more functional than ever and looks as professional as you could ever ask."

SH Motorsports

"Very pleased with look, feel and functionality."

Race Energy

PROJECTS

View my past work, ordered from most recent to oldest.

HIRE A SHOPIFY EXPERT

✔ 20,000+ Support Interactions
✔ 700+ Positive Reviews
✔ 100+ Completed Projects
✔ 40+ Active Stores
✔ 8+ Years of Experience on Shopify
✔ English First-Language
✔ Former Shopify Guru
✔ BA from University of British Columbia

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Deluxe Setup
$5,000 CAD

create a new store from scratch
migrate an existing store to Shopify
products, collections, orders, customers
theme, nav, pages, apps, settings
guidance & support from start to launch
12 weeks of support after launching
~ 30 days turnaround time

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Basic Setup
$3,500 CAD

create a new store from scratch
perfect for businesses new to Shopify
set up products + collections yourself
theme, nav, pages, apps, settings
guidance & support from start to launch
2 weeks of support after launching
~ 14 days turnaround time

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Site Revamp
$2,000 CAD

switch themes or upgrade versions
migrate content-only site to Shopify
improve homepage and navigation
consolidate pages and content
re-setup any previously used apps
1 week of support after launching

~ 7 days turnaround time

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1-Day Session
$500 CAD

work on new stores or existing stores
multiple small tasks or one large task
request audit of existing setup
ask questions & get detailed responses
recommendations based on your needs
one afternoon of work (4 hours)
~ 48 hours turnaround time

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HAVE A DIFFERENT BUDGET?

If you're not seeing exactly what you're looking for above, or if you're not sure if your project falls within one of the packages that I offer, please feel free to reach out to me via email to negotiate a custom price for your project. I also offer discounts if you have more than one store that you'd like to hire me for.

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Project Checklists

If you're not sure where to start, these will help point you in the right direction.

1. which theme/template you would like to use - but don't purchase one yet

2. an inclusive list of all your product categories and subcategories

3. graphics - slideshow images, logo, banners, badges, etc.

4. content for pages - about, contact, policies, etc.

5. domain name purchased - I recommend using GoDaddy

6. your product details organized in a spreadsheet - name, sku, price, description, link to images, variants, categories/tags, inventory, weight

1. staff account login details - for me to access your current ecommerce admin

2. login credentials to your domain provider - so I can edit your DNS settings

3. ftp access credentials (if your site is privately hosted) - to install a migration bridge

4. which theme/template you would like to use - but don't purchase one yet

Things to Know

It's important that all of my clients read (and agree to) these four items before placing their order.

✔ migrate your products from another platform
✔ migrate your collections from another platform
✔ migrate your orders from another platform
✔ migrate your customers from another platform
✔ migrate your pages from another platform
✔ migrate your blog posts from another platform
✔ adding new products
✔ creating new collections
✔ set up navigation menus
✔ set up theme (site template)
✔ set up any pages you need
✔ set up any apps you need
✔ set up shipping rates
✔ set up local delivery
✔ set up in-store pickup
✔ set up tax rates
✔ set up markets
✔ set up store legal policies
✔ set up checkout settings & notifications
✔ set up brand settings
✔ set up notifications settings
✔ set up digital gift cards
✔ assist with payment gateways
✔ adding staff accounts
✔ adding store locations
✔ translating store into multiple languages
✔ domain DNS changes (to point your domain to Shopify when ready to launch)
✔ content proof-reading for proper grammar & spelling
✔ fielding any questions you have about the platform after launch
✔ making recommendations on apps and how to accomplish things

+ monthly Shopify fee, including any apps needed (~ $50 - $150 USD per month)
+ purchasing a theme (~ $180 - $485 USD, one-time fee)
+ any advanced custom coding modifications (for those I recommend HeyCarson.com, ~ $110 USD per task)
+ graphics creation (for those I recommend Fiverr.com, ~ $25 USD per image)
+ advertising/marketing (ex. Facebook/Google ads)

All sales are final, regardless of if the project is completed or not. If you choose to cancel the project, or walk away at any point during the setup process, no refund will be issued. I cannot guarantee that you will make any sales, as that completely depends on your own marketing and advertising efforts. I cannot guarantee that your site will score high on Google's PageSpeed Insights, or that you will rank on the first page of search results. If for any unforeseen reasons, the site cannot be completed on time, no refunds will be given.

I have to note the above, to protect myself, as I can't afford to work on projects for multiple weeks for free. I have never had a situation where a project hasn't been completed, or where I've drastically missed a deadline (with the only exceptions being in a couple of cases where a client has gone MIA for personal reasons, thus delaying the project on their end). I take my work very seriously, and I always act with maximum professionalism. So with that said, I promise to do my absolute best to complete your project, to the highest quality possible, within your deadline for completion.

It's important to note that I work primarily via email. Aside from an initial call/chat at the start of the project, we will be communicating exclusively via email. This allows me to easily share links, screenshots, and videos - as I provide updates throughout the project. It also allows us to work async, meaning that we don't need to be online at the same time throughout the project. This is important on my end, as I work with clients from all over the world, and I need the flexibility of schedule in order to successfully work on multiple projects at the same time. With that said, I pride myself on my response times, and I will always reply within 1 business day, or else sooner.

Stephen's World Questions

Learn more about my services and how I work with my clients.

I normally require payment in full, before starting your project. In some cases (for larger projects) I will allow the project to be split into more than one payment - this is something that would need to be negotiated before you place your order.

If I were to take your money and run away, it's very easy for you to get your money back, by filing a claim with PayPal. However, it's very hard for me to enforce payment, if a client decides to walk away or not pay at the end. For those reasons, I normally require full payment at the start.

Absolutely! As I go through the setup process, I will share with you (via email) what I have done, either via links or screenshots, and then you can let me know if anything needs to be changed or edited. Most of the time, I'm able to get things working to my clients' satisfaction within 1 or 2 edits.

I normally quote ~30 days for completion, though some projects may take less or more time. Since I'm paid per project, and not per hour, there is no benefit to me taking longer than necessary to complete your project. I will do my best to complete things as quickly as possible (without cutting any corners).

I am pretty flexible when it comes to changes and additions throughout the project. If it's something small that you'd like to add, then there's usually no problems in doing a bit extra. It's only if things drastically change that we would have to consider project scopes and fair use of my time. I handle all additional requests on a case-by-case basis, and most of the time I can accommodate additional requests at no extra charge.

It's hard to say how many hours a given project will take, as each project is unique and has different requirements.

I do not charge an hourly rate. It doesn't make sense for me to charge per hour, as I'm very efficient at my work. I would essentially be earning less than I'm worth, as I can get most things done quicker than other Experts.

As I work exclusively with Shopify, I know the platform very well. Other Experts may support a variety of platforms, so they may not be as well-versed with Shopify, since they spread their time over multiple platforms. The only times that I work with other platforms, is when my clients are leaving them for Shopify. I know just enough about the other platforms to be able to get data off of them, but I focus the bulk of my attention on learning and staying up-to-date with Shopify exclusively.

A 'development' store is essentially a new Shopify store/account which is in a perpetual trial period. It allows us to setup a large portion of the site, at our own speed (no time limitations), and without being charged Shopify's monthly fee. It's worth noting that development stores cannot process sales (or else folks would just use development stores, and wouldn't have to ever pay monthly fees). Any development store can be instantly turned into a regular paid store, by selecting a monthly Shopify plan.

I normally prefer to start on a fresh store, but if you would really like me to work off of an existing store, then I can do that.

After your store is launched, if you have any questions about how things work, where to find specific settings, want recommendations on apps or best practices -- then you can reach out to me (via email) and I'll help you, for the length of your support period, at no additional charge.

Yes, I work with clients from around the world.

Yes, building Shopify websites is how I make the bulk of my income. 

I live and work out of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada.

I am regularly available from 12PM to 8PM (Pacific Time), Monday - Friday, minus all Canadian statutory holidays.

Sometimes, I do. It kind of depends on the holiday, or if I have any plans for the weekend. If you'd like to launch your new store on a weekend, then I can accommodate that request (you just need to let me know ahead of time).

Shopify does have 24/7 live support channels, where you can speak to an actual Shopify employee, if something is going wrong with your store. It's very rare though, that anything can go wrong with a store. Unless you've deleted something vital, or have been hacked, then your store can't really break down on itself.

No, you do not need to show either of these at the bottom of your site. By default, I will add the "Designed by SW" text to the bottom of each site I do. You're welcome to request that either (or both) of these to be removed though.

No, you don't have to leave a review. With that said, reviews are my livelihood. Without reviews, I do not get ranked in the Shopify Experts search results, and thus, don't get any leads for future projects. I need reviews, in order to continue to get leads from Shopify, so I would strongly encourage and ask for you to consider leaving a review at the end of the project.

No, your site does not have to be featured on the homepage of Stephen's World. You can ask to be removed from my homepage at any time. However, it's worth noting that it's mutually beneficial to have your site on my homepage, as it allows me to show off my work to prospective clients, and it provides you with a valuable backlink (which can help your SEO).

No, I am technically a freelancer, so I am my own boss. However, Shopify does provide me with leads for projects, based on my past setup and migration history. I rely almost exclusively on the Shopify Experts leads system for finding clients/work.

For stores that I create from scratch, Shopify does pay me a percentage of their monthly fees, for up to 3 years. Aside from that, no, Shopify does not pay me a salary or retainer for being a Shopify Expert.

I do not have an official discount or commission system for referrals. However, I am open to this, especially if you think you can refer more than one person. Please reach out to me via email, to discuss possible commissions and discounts for referrals.

No, I do not make any kind of kickback or commission from any of the apps or themes that I recommend.

Shopify Questions

Learn more about Shopify as an ecommerce platform for your business.

Shopify offers a range of pricing plans, based on the needs of your business. See the link below for a full breakdown:

https://shopify.com/pricing

All Shopify plans are month to month, unless you sign up for a yearly plan. The only exception is if you choose the Shopify Plus plan, which requires a minimum contract of 1 year.

Yes, if you ever decide that Shopify isn't the best ecommerce platform for your business, simply cancel your account.

Absolutely, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time.

You can use Shopify in nearly every country in the world.

Yes, Shopify is certified Level 1 PCI DSS compliant. This means all your data and customer information is ultra secure.

There are no transaction fees for stores using Shopify Payments.

If you choose a third-party payment provider, there will be additional fees of 2%, 1% or 0.6% for the Basic Shopify, Shopify, and Advanced Shopify plans, respectively.

A third-party payment provider (also knows as a payment processor or payment gateway) lets you accept online payments. Learn more about supported third-party payment providers.

Shopify charges a small fee to allow you to accept major credit cards, such as Visa and Mastercard, as payment in your store. These fees vary depending on the plan that you choose.

Yes, you can purchase a domain name within Shopify, or use an existing one that you own. Shopify also provides a forever free myshopify.com domain name to all stores when they sign up.

Yes, Shopify includes secure, unlimited ecommerce hosting on all plans except Starter. You can also use the Buy Button to add ecommerce to any existing website.

There are none. All Shopify plans include unlimited bandwidth for free.

Yes, your Shopify online store automatically synchronizes with Shopify POS, and you manage your entire business from one dashboard. Inventory, product, and payment updates that you make in your Shopify admin will instantly take effect in Shopify POS

Yes, all Shopify stores are able to sell in multiple currencies with the "Markets" functionality. Your Shopify store can also be translated into multiple languages, though you may wish to use a Translation app in order to speed up the translation process.

The most common ways to setup your store's shipping rates include price-based rates, weight-based rates, or Carrier Calculated Rates.

Price and weight based rates can be set up in tiers, based on an order's total weight or price (ex. $0-$25 = $10 shipping, $25.01-$50 = $20 shipping, etc.).

Carrier Calculated Rates use automatically generated rates by your shipping provider (ex. Canada Post, UPS, USPS, FedEx, etc.) which are based on the total weight of the order, and then the distance between your store's address and the customer's address.

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