If you're trying to find Shopify stores that use a specific app, payment gateway, or tech tool, you're not alone. Whether you're in sales, marketing, or just plain curious, getting a clean tech stack segment can save you loads of manual work. But most tools make it way harder than it should be.
Storeleads (see: [storeleads.html]) is one of the rare databases that actually lets you slice Shopify stores by the technologies they use—without having to build your own scraping setup or drown in CSVs. This guide walks you through exactly how to do it, what to watch out for, and some honest notes on where things break down.
Why Segment by Technology Stack Anyway?
Not everyone needs to know which stores use Klaviyo or Recharge, but if you do, it’s usually for reasons like:
- Sales prospecting: Find stores that use (or don’t use) your competitor.
- Market research: See what’s popular, what’s fading out, or how fast a tool is growing.
- Lead scoring: Prioritize outreach by the tools a store already runs.
- Competitive intel: Scope out adoption of new apps or services.
Whatever your reason, the trick is getting reliable data and not wasting your day with click-heavy UI or bad exports.
Step 1: Get Access to Storeleads
First, you need a Storeleads account. There’s a free trial, but serious tech stack filtering is a paid feature. If you’re just dabbling, the free version gives you a taste, but expect heavy limits.
- Pro tip: Don’t buy a plan until you know they track the app(s) or tech you care about. You can browse their list before signing up.
Step 2: Get to the Shopify Database
Once you’re logged in, Storeleads drops you into a dashboard. Here’s how to find just the Shopify stores:
- On the main dashboard, click on “Stores” in the top menu.
- By default, you’ll see all platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.). Use the Platform filter and select “Shopify” to narrow it down.
If you skip this, you might be mixing in non-Shopify stores—easy mistake to make.
Step 3: Find the Technology Filters
This is the meat of it. Storeleads tracks thousands of apps, themes, and integrations. Here’s how to filter by tech stack:
- Look for the “Technologies” or “Apps” filter on the left sidebar. The exact label can vary depending on their latest UI tweak, but it’s usually pretty obvious.
- Click into the filter. You’ll see a long, searchable list of technologies—think Klaviyo, Yotpo, Afterpay, etc.
- Start typing the name of the app or tool you care about. If Storeleads tracks it, it’ll pop up.
What you can filter by: - Shopify apps (e.g., email providers, upsell tools) - Payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) - Analytics tools - Themes (if you care about design stack)
What you can’t filter by: - Custom code (unless it’s a popular snippet) - Some niche private apps (Storeleads won’t see what Shopify doesn’t expose) - Backend integrations (like ERP systems—you’re out of luck)
Pro tip: If the app isn’t showing up, double-check the spelling or try a broader search. If it’s still not there, Storeleads probably doesn’t track it—don’t waste time hoping it’s hidden.
Step 4: Combine Filters for Tighter Segments
Sometimes, just filtering by one app isn’t enough. Maybe you want stores that use both Recharge and Gorgias, or those that use Klaviyo but not Mailchimp.
Here’s how to stack filters:
- Add multiple technologies in the filter. Storeleads lets you do “AND” (stores using all selected apps) or “OR” (stores using any of them).
- Use exclusion if you want to see stores without a certain app.
- Layer in other store filters—country, revenue estimate, store age, etc.—to get hyper-targeted lists.
A note of caution: The more filters you stack, the smaller your results (sometimes way smaller than you expect). Don’t overdo it, or you’ll end up with a handful of stores—or none at all.
Step 5: Review and Export Your List
Once your filters are set, Storeleads shows you a table of matching stores. Before you hit export:
- Spot-check a few stores: Click through and make sure the tech data looks accurate. Storeleads gets most things right, but nobody’s perfect.
- Check for freshness: Storeleads updates frequently, but tech stacks change all the time. If you need “live” data, no database is perfect.
- Decide on export format: You can usually export to CSV or Excel. If you need extra fields (email, social handles, etc.), pick them before exporting.
Pro tip: If you’re running outreach, don’t just spam everyone on the list. Take the time to personalize, or you’ll end up in spam folders fast.
What Works Well in Storeleads—and What Doesn’t
The Good: - Speed: You don’t need to code, scrape, or deal with APIs. - Coverage: They track a huge range of Shopify apps, with regular updates. - Stacked filters: You can get as broad or narrow as you want.
The Not-So-Good: - Blind spots: Some apps, especially new or private ones, aren’t tracked. - False positives/negatives: No tool is perfect; sometimes apps show up as installed when they’re not, or vice versa. - No backend view: If you care about what’s running behind the scenes (ERP, custom warehouses), you’re out of luck.
What to ignore: - Don’t get too hung up on “estimated revenue” or “traffic” scores—they’re rough guesses. - Don’t believe any tool claiming 100% coverage or accuracy. Use the data as a guide, not gospel.
Pro Tips for Smarter Segmentation
- Keep filters simple at first. Start broad, then narrow down if you’re getting too many irrelevant results.
- Export in batches. If you’re hitting row limits, break your search into chunks (by country, for example).
- Re-run searches periodically. Tech stacks change quickly—what’s true today might not be next month.
- Check app install dates. Some filters let you see when an app was added or removed, which can help you target stores adopting new tools.
Real-World Use Cases (and Pitfalls)
If you’re in sales: Focus on stores that recently installed a competitor or lost a key tool—they’re more likely to be in the market.
If you’re in marketing: Build segments by tech stack and region to localize campaigns. But don’t assume the data’s perfect—always verify before sending anything sensitive.
If you’re scouting trends: Use Storeleads to spot which apps are gaining or losing ground, but take “market share” graphs with a grain of salt. Some stores install apps and never use them.
Wrapping Up
Don’t overthink it. Segmenting Shopify stores by technology stack in Storeleads is mostly about knowing what’s possible—and what’s not. Keep your filters simple, double-check your results, and don’t get seduced by big numbers or fancy dashboards. Start with what you need, export a manageable list, and tweak as you go. The simpler your approach, the more likely you’ll actually use the data.
Got a specific tech stack you’re chasing? Try a search, see what comes up, and build from there. No need to make it harder than it needs to be.