Coding

[brett88]

To design a professional store on a free theme is coding needed as someone from here told ne it damages the whole design 

[suyash1]

@brett88 it depends on what kind of coding you want, free themes do not have support so if anything happens you will either need to change theme or correct the code. 

What type of changes do you want?

[rajweb]

Hey @brett88 ,

Thanks for reaching out!

Yes, it’s absolutely possible to design a professional-looking store using a free Shopify theme. With the right custom code and enhancements, we can significantly improve both the design and functionality. While it’s true that poorly implemented customizations can impact performance or layout, when done correctly by an experienced developer, they enhance the store without causing any issues.

I’d be happy to collaborate with you on this. Feel free to connect and share more details about your goals so I can better understand how to help bring your vision to life.

Looking forward to your response!

Best regards,
Rajat
Shopify Expert

[brett88]

why are people saying it causes damage 

[rajweb]

That’s a great question—and one I hear quite often!

The reason some people say that custom coding on free themes can “cause damage” is usually due to past experiences with inexperienced developers or improper implementation. When coding is not done with best practices in mind, it can lead to things like design inconsistencies, slower loading speeds, or even broken functionality.

However, when customizations are made strategically and by someone with experience in Shopify’s architecture (like myself), they actually enhance the store—making it more professional, user-friendly, and aligned with your brand, all without compromising performance.

It’s all about how it’s done, and I always prioritize clean, maintainable, and scalable code to ensure long-term stability for your store.

Let me know if you'd like to discuss how we can tailor your free theme into something truly unique and high-converting!

Warm regards,
Rajat