Dynamic Currency Converter for Shopify

**Shopify App Development Project: Currency Converter App** **Project Overview:** We are seeking an experienced developer to create a currency converter app for the Shopify App Store. This app will provide a smooth, customer-friendly experience for international shoppers by automatically converting prices to local currencies based on geolocation. The app should meet Shopify’s app store guidelines and be fully compatible with the latest Shopify API. **Key Features & Requirements:** 1. **Automatic Currency Detection:** - Detect customers’ locations via IP and automatically display prices in their local currency. - Include an option for merchants to toggle this feature on or off. 2. **Multiple Currency Support:** - Support a wide range of currencies, including USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, JPY, etc. - Pull real-time currency exchange rates and update periodically. 3. **Seamless Shopify Integration:** - Integrate effortlessly with Shopify storefronts, prioritizing performance and fast load times. - Price displays should adapt without requiring a page reload. 4. **Customizable Design Options:** - Allow merchants to match the currency switcher to their store’s theme. - Include various placement and display options (e.g., dropdown, inline). 5. **Cost-Effective Exchange Rate Provider:** - Integrate with a reliable, low-cost or free exchange rate provider. - Give merchants the option to set fixed rates manually if desired. 6. **Currency Rounding & Display Customization:** - Provide options to round converted prices (e.g., nearest dollar). - Allow merchants to control currency format, symbol display, etc. 7. **Responsiveness for All Devices:** - Ensure the app is fully responsive and user-friendly on both mobile and desktop. 8. **Multi-language Support:** - Support translations for core app text to align with Shopify’s language preferences. 9. **Basic Analytics & Reporting (Optional):** - If feasible, include analytics to track popular currencies among customers. 10. **Intuitive Admin Panel in Shopify Dashboard:** - Develop a user-friendly admin panel for easy app configuration and customization. - Allow merchants to select currencies, set the default currency, and organize currency order. 11. **Subscription Plans & Pricing:** - Offer a **Free Plan** with limited features, and a **$7.99/month plan** with additional features. - Provide first-time users with an introductory **$1/month for the first 3 months** option for the paid plan. **Cost Efficiency Requirements:** - **Minimize Infrastructure & API Costs:** Avoid high-cost VPS and third-party APIs; use the most affordable or free options available. - **Cost-Conscious Development:** Focus on essential features to keep development and operational costs low. **Code Transfer & Ownership:** - We require full transfer of the codebase, documentation, and all relevant assets upon project completion. - Please ensure a smooth handoff process, including code repository transfer, documentation, and support for initial deployment if needed. **Deliverables:** 1. Fully functional Shopify currency converter app meeting all specified requirements, ready for Shopify’s app store approval. 2. Detailed documentation for app setup, user instructions, and technical setup. 3. Codebase ownership, along with full transfer rights. **Tech Stack:** - Shopify API, React, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, RESTful APIs. **Timeline & Budget:** - Please provide an estimated timeline for completion and a proposed budget, considering our cost-sensitive approach. --- We are open to any additional suggestions that could enhance the app's functionality. Please share relevant examples of previous Shopify or web app projects in your proposal.