Shopify: Enabling Commerce for Everyone

Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, Shopify is a global leader in commerce technology that provides trusted tools to start, scale, market, and run a retail business of any size. According to the company, the Shopify platform serves millions of merchants in more than 175 countries, with a team of approximately 8,100 employees as of December 31, 2024. Shopify’s mission is clear: by making commerce better for everyone, they help business owners achieve independence by reducing barriers to business ownership and enabling more voices in the marketplace.

Why Shopify?

• With its platform released in 2006, Shopify has matured into a robust global commerce system trusted across industries.
• The platform powers merchants in over 175 countries and supports millions of businesses globally.
• Shopify operates from a strong base of approximately 8,100 employees (as of the end of 2024), demonstrating operational scale and depth.
• With expansive tooling for building, managing and growing commerce — online, in‑store, and everywhere in between — Shopify offers a comprehensive solution.

What’s in it for you?

1. Service Partner Track

As a Service Partner you can join an ecosystem of commerce experts who support merchants in stores, growth services and consulting, enabling you to expand your service offerings under Shopify’s brand.

2. Technology Partner Track

As a Technology Partner you gain access to Shopify’s global distribution via the App Store, recognition as a Shopify Technology Partner, listings in the Technology Partner Directory and strategic enablement.

Why should you collaborate with Shopify?

Collaborating with Shopify gives you a chance to align with one of the world’s leading commerce platforms, gaining visibility to millions of merchants, leveraging Shopify’s extensive ecosystem and tools, and tapping into partner enablement and strategic pathways designed to help you scale your business through services or technology.

Ready to Collaborate?

Interested? Explore Shopify’s Partner Programs, or start building your own on the Openfor.co Marketplace in just under 10 minutes!