E-commerce

Shopify Apps for Customer Support

May 8, 2026

Good customer support drives repeat purchases and positive reviews. These apps help you deliver it efficiently.

Tidio

Key Tidio

  • Reach customers 24/7 with an online store
  • Lower overhead costs compared to physical retail
  • Access global markets and audiences
  • Track sales and customer behavior
  • Automate inventory and order management

Live chat and chatbot in one. Chat with visitors in real time. The AI chatbot handles common questions automatically. Integrates with Shopify orders for instant context.

Gorgias

Key Gorgias

Help desk built for e-commerce. Tickets automatically show customer order history, previous conversations, and shipping status. Macros automate common responses. Saves hours of support time daily.

Re:Amaze

Key Re:Amaze

Unified inbox for email, chat, social media, and SMS. Agents handle all channels from one dashboard. Good for stores with high support volume across multiple channels.

Zendesk

Key Zendesk

Enterprise help desk. Knowledge base, ticketing, and live chat. More general than Gorgias but highly customizable. Best for larger teams.

Shopify Inbox

Key Shopify Inbox

Free live chat from Shopify. Basic but effective. Integrates with Shopify orders and products. Good starting point for new stores.

Start with Shopify Inbox or Tidio. Upgrade to Gorgias or Zendesk as your support volume grows.

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