Shopware Plugin Development
With professional Shopware Plugin Development, I extend the functionality of your Shopware store exactly to your requirements. As an experienced Shopware freelancer, I build custom plugins that make your e-commerce system more powerful, more flexible, and future-ready – without compromise.
What is a Shopware plugin and why does it matter?
A plugin is an extension for Shopware that adds new features or customizes existing workflows – without changing the core system. Whether you need custom pricing logic, dynamic product displays, additional checkout fields, or external API connections – plugins make almost any business requirement technically possible.
Especially in professional environments, off-the-shelf plugins often fall short. A custom plugin reduces complexity, avoids workarounds, and keeps your codebase clean and update-compatible.
Benefits of custom plugin development
- Functions tailored to your business model
- Modular and maintainable architecture
- Seamless integration into the Shopware admin
- Higher efficiency through automation
- Full control over features, updates, and dependencies
Typical use cases for custom plugins
- Checkout modifications
- Advanced shipping and payment logic
- API integrations for ERP, PIM, CRM
- Custom rules beyond the Rule Builder
- Admin extensions for internal workflows
- Custom data models and management interfaces
My development approach
I always develop plugins following Shopware standards and best practices – update-safe, well-documented, and testable. I focus on performance, compatibility, and clean configuration options within the Shopware backend.
Development is transparent and collaborative – from requirements analysis and proof-of-concept to live deployment and long-term support. If desired, plugins can be delivered as private Git repositories or open source on GitHub.
Examples of past plugin projects
- Additional recipients for order confirmation emails
- Advanced shipping cost calculation based on product filters
- External stock check via custom API integration
- Custom labels and badges on product listings
Conclusion: A custom plugin gives your Shopware shop a competitive edge. Let’s talk – I’ll build the perfect solution for your project.
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FAQ – Shopware Plugin Development
- Why a custom plugin instead of a store plugin?
- Standard plugins often don't fit 100% or are bloated. A custom plugin does exactly what you need – lean, performant, and update-safe.
- Is the plugin update-safe?
- Yes, I develop strictly according to Shopware coding standards, so your plugin remains compatible with future Shopware versions.
- Can you also modify purchased plugins?
- Yes, usually plugins can be extended or modified via decorators or subscribers without touching the core file ("update-safe").
- Who owns the plugin code?
- With individual development, you generally receive the usage rights or ownership of the code, depending on the agreement.
- Do you provide support after the plugin is finished?
- Yes, I offer long-term support and updates to ensure your plugin continues to work with new Shopware versions.