Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS for Shopify App Store
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS is the #1 ranked storefront app on Shopify, with a 4.2 average rating from 289 reviews, with a free plan available, as of Sep 3, 2026.
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS is a Shopify App Store app by Out of the Sandbox, launched September 2016. With a rating of 4.2★ from 289 reviews, it currently ranks #1 in the Storefront category.
AppRanks data: Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS ranks #1 in Storefront on Shopify App Store, placing it in the top 4% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
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Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS is a well-rated Shopify app with a growing review traction. It is listed in the Storefront category on Shopify App Store, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 289 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. The free tier lets you trial the entry feature set without committing a payment method. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical Shopify App Store listing.
Pros
- +Free tier available — no card required to evaluate
- +Published by Out of the Sandbox — established developer track record
Cons
- −Single-language listing (English) — international merchants may need translation tooling
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About Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS
How Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS works
Effortlessly protect and maintain your online store. With new versions released every few months, keeping your theme updated is critical to get the latest features, design enhancements, and bug fixes. No more time-consuming manual updates – instead update in minutes with our AI-powered updater that preserves all your customizations and code modifications. Add automated backups, high-converting theme sections, and real-time store monitoring to alert you instantly if Shopify reports an outage.
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Key features
- Update your Shopify theme without losing your customizations or content
- Email alerts when theme updates are available and Shopify outages are detected
- Automated backups for products, collections, themes, orders, customers, and more
- Compare themes versions (diff checker) to ensure customizations are maintained
- Install premium theme sections made by the top theme developers
Standardized capabilities
Normalized capabilities detected for this app, comparable across the marketplace.
- AI GenerationGenerate content and responses using advanced AI algorithms.common
- Business AuditsConduct thorough audits to assess and improve business performance.
- Blog ManagementEasily create and manage blog posts to engage your audience.table-stakes
- Content SyncingSynchronize content across platforms to maintain consistency and accuracy.niche
- Custom PagesBuild and manage custom pages to fit your store's requirements.table-stakes
- Data Import and ExportEasily import and export data in bulk for efficient management.common
- Dawn Theme AccessUtilize the Dawn theme for a modern and responsive store design.niche
- Email AutomationAutomate your email marketing campaigns for better engagement and efficiency.niche
- Custom FooterAdd and customize a footer section on your website for additional information.common
- Global SectionsManage global sections for consistent content across your platform.common
- Global StylesSet and manage global styles for consistent design across your project.differentiator
- Home PagesDesign customizable home pages to showcase products and promotions effectively.table-stakes
- Custom Landing PagesCreate tailored landing pages to enhance user experience and drive conversions.table-stakes
- Page VersioningCreate and manage different versions of your web pages for testing and optimization.common
- Product Page ManagementCreate and manage individual product pages to enhance customer experience.table-stakes
- Template ManagementCreate and manage templates for consistent branding and messaging.common
- Comprehensive TestingConduct various tests to validate features and performance.common
- Unlimited Storage CapacityStore an unlimited amount of data and files securely.
Pricing plans
Updater
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Theme4/month
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Most popular Updater9/month
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Vault29/month
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Category rankings
As of Sep 3, 2026- Storefront#1of 29Top 4%
- Store design#13of 41Top 32%
- Page builder#34of 404Top 9%
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Featured placements
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS has been featured in the following sections on Shopify App Store in the last 30 days:
- categoryStorefronts
- categoryRecommended storefront apps
Keyword rankings
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS ranks for 5 keywords across Shopify App Store. Here are the top 3:
- 1.themeRank #14
- Rank #16
- Rank #24
Competitors & alternatives
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS doesn't have curated competitor matchups yet. Other tracked storefront apps on Shopify:
Frequently asked questions
What is Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS?
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS is an app for Shopify. It currently holds a 4.2-star rating from 289 merchant reviews, and it has been listed on the marketplace since 2016. It is listed under the Storefront category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Out of the Sandbox.
Is Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS free?
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS offers a free plan that merchants can install on Shopify without entering payment details. Paid tiers Theme, Updater, Vault unlock additional features for teams that outgrow the free plan. Pricing details on this page are mirrored from the live Shopify listing and refresh on each scrape cycle.
Who uses Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS?
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS is actively installed across Shopify stores tracked by AppRanks. Its review base of 289 suggests adoption is concentrated in growth-stage and mid-market stores. It is part of the Storefront category on Shopify.
Where does Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS rank on Shopify?
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS currently sits at position #1 in the Storefront category on Shopify. That places it in the top 3% of 29 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.
What does Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS integrate with?
Theme Updater & Backups | OOTS lists 7 integrations on its Shopify marketplace page. The most prominent are Shopify Admin, Archetype Themes, Clean Canvas Themes, Dawn Theme, Krown Themes, Pixel Union/Out of the Sandbox, plus 1 additional integration listed on the marketplace page. Integration data is mirrored from the live Shopify listing on each refresh, so the set above tracks whatever the developer has currently published — it does not reflect deeper compatibility AppRanks has not been able to verify from public data.