BigCommerce Base Theme
We've dedicated 100’s of hours of development to enhance the already powerful BigCommerce “Cornerstone” Stencil theme. We use our Base Theme as the foundation of all custom-designed themes that we develop. Explore what separates our Base Theme from other marketplace themes below.
BigCommerce Base Theme Improvements
With our expertise in BigCommerce theme development, we’ve created a foundation that combines flexibility, reliability, and cutting-edge features to help your business thrive online.
Developer Friendly Architecture
Our BigCommerce Base Theme is designed for seamless customization and modern development. Customizations are separate but integrated, ensuring easy updates without disruption. With added utility classes, up-to-date Javascript libraries, and an extended "language" file, BigCommerce developers have the tools they need for granular changes, efficient workflows and quick issue resolution.
SEO & Performance Improvements
Engineered for BigCommerce SEO excellence, our Base Theme adheres to web standards to achieve higher scores in Google Lighthouse. Leaner code improves text-to-code ratio, while advanced features like rich snippet schema and optimized 404 instructions enhance search visibility. Web accessibility is prioritized across mobile, tablet, desktop, and screen-readers to meet modern performance standards.
User Experience Enhancements
Deliver a smoother UX with thoughtful BigCommerce design enhancements. Quick search results are faster and more intuitive, with the search bar visible by default. Navigation opens on hover for easier browsing, while sorting by product reviews is more user-friendly. We’ve also resolved browser back-button issues on category pages and added custom validation for phone and email during registration.
