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ElectronJS Development Services

Desktop Apps From One Web Codebase Windows, macOS & Linux

We build Electron.js desktop applications with React, TypeScript, and native OS integration. One codebase, three platforms, full auto-update pipeline.

Electron + React
TypeScript
Cross-Platform
100% IP Yours
Free first consultationNo commitment needed

Electron.js development

Windows, macOS, Linux

100%

code & IP yours from day one

typical MVP timeline
est.

8–12 wks

48h

Avg. Response Time

no surprises, ever

What are ElectronJS development services?

ElectronJS development services cover the architecture, build, and distribution of cross-platform desktop applications using Electron.js — the framework that powers VS Code, Slack, and Discord. This includes the main/renderer process architecture, native OS API integration, offline data storage, auto-update infrastructure, code signing and notarisation for macOS and Windows, and CI/CD packaging pipelines. A dedicated Electron team handles the platform-specific complexity so your web developers can focus on product features.

Our Services

ElectronJS Development Services We Deliver

From simple desktop tools to enterprise cross-platform applications with native integration.

01

Cross-Platform Desktop App Development

Build once with Electron + React, ship on Windows, macOS, and Linux from a single codebase with consistent UX.

02

Electron + Web Monorepo

Share business logic, API clients, and state management between your Electron app and an existing React web app.

03

Native OS Integration

System tray, native file dialogs, global shortcuts, clipboard, notifications, screen capture, and hardware access via native addons.

04

Auto-Update and Release Pipeline

Automated build, code signing, notarisation, and auto-update infrastructure so users always run the latest version.

05

Offline-First Architecture

Local-first data with SQLite or LevelDB, background sync, and conflict resolution for apps that must work without a connection.

06

Electron Migration and Modernisation

Migrate legacy Electron apps to current security best practices: context isolation, sandboxed renderers, and IPC preload scripts.

Tech Stack

Electron.js Stack From UI to Distribution

Core
Electron 31+
Node.js
Chromium
Context Isolation
UI Layer
React 18
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Radix UI
Local Storage
SQLite (better-sqlite3)
LevelDB
Electron Store
IndexedDB
Build & Package
electron-builder
Vite (electron-vite)
NSIS / DMG / AppImage
Auto-Update
electron-updater
GitHub Releases
Private S3 update server
Testing
Vitest
Playwright (Electron)
Spectron alternative patterns
Why Electron.js

Ship a Desktop App Without Building Three Native Apps

One codebase ships Windows, macOS, and Linux — no platform-specific rewrites
Web development skills transfer directly to desktop app development
Share up to 80% of code with an existing React web application
VS Code, Slack, and Discord validate Electron at enterprise scale
Rich npm ecosystem covers complex UI requirements without native widgets
Auto-update pipeline keeps all users on the latest version automatically
Context isolation and preload scripts provide a secure IPC boundary
Chrome DevTools available for profiling, debugging, and performance work
Our Process

How We Build ElectronJS Applications

A structured delivery process from process architecture to signed release packages.

01

Requirements and Architecture Design

We map your desktop-specific requirements to Electron's main/renderer process model and define the IPC boundary before any code is written.

02

Monorepo and Build Pipeline Setup

electron-vite or custom Vite config, TypeScript, ESLint, and automated build pipeline set up before feature development begins.

03

UI and IPC Layer Development

React renderer and contextBridge preload scripts are built with typed IPC APIs, giving the UI access to native features safely.

04

Native Feature Integration

System tray, file dialogs, auto-updater, offline storage, and any native addon requirements are integrated and tested on all three platforms.

05

Code Signing and Notarisation

macOS notarisation and Windows EV signing are configured in CI so every release is signed without manual steps.

06

Testing, Packaging, and Handover

End-to-end tests with Playwright-Electron, release packaging, update channel setup, and full documentation handover.

Indicative Pricing

Electron.js Project Investment Ranges

Fixed-price scopes for common Electron engagement types.

EngagementScopeInvestment (USD)
Desktop App (React UI + local storage)Single app, auto-update, all platforms$15,000 – $40,000
Desktop + Web (Shared Monorepo)Electron app + React web sharing logic$45,000 – $110,000
Enterprise Desktop AppComplex native integrations, offline sync, IaC$80,000 – $200,000+

Ranges are indicative. Final pricing depends on native integrations, offline complexity, and platform count. Get a fixed-price quote after a scoping call.

Why CodeShiper

Why Teams Choose Us for ElectronJS Development

Six reasons Electron projects succeed with our team.

01

Electron-Specific Expertise

We understand main/renderer separation, IPC security, context isolation, and release pipelines — not just Electron as a bundled browser.

02

Security-First IPC Design

All renderer-to-main communication goes through typed contextBridge preloads. No nodeIntegration=true, no remote module, no unsafe patterns.

03

All-Platform CI on Every Build

macOS, Windows, and Linux builds run in CI on every commit so platform-specific bugs are caught before release, not after.

04

Signed and Notarised Releases

Every release is automatically code-signed and notarised. Users install without SmartScreen or Gatekeeper warnings.

05

Web Team Can Maintain It

We structure the codebase so your React web team can add features to the desktop app without deep Electron-specific knowledge.

06

Performance Profiling Included

We profile startup time, memory usage, and IPC overhead before handover and document optimisation opportunities for future iterations.

100%
IP ownership from day one
3 OS
Windows, macOS & Linux
48 h
Average response time
98%
Client satisfaction rate
FAQ

Common Questions About ElectronJS Development

What is Electron.js and what kinds of apps is it used for?
Electron.js is a framework that lets you build cross-platform desktop applications using web technologies — HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. It combines Chromium for rendering and Node.js for system access. Well-known apps built with Electron include VS Code, Slack, Discord, Figma, and GitHub Desktop. It is the default choice when you want to ship a desktop app without maintaining separate codebases for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
When should I use Electron instead of a native desktop framework?
Electron is the right choice when you already have web development skills, when you want to share code between a web app and a desktop app, or when rich text editing, browser-level rendering, and a large web ecosystem of components matter more than bare-metal performance. Native frameworks like Swift (macOS), WPF (.NET), or Qt are better when you need maximum CPU/GPU performance, minimal memory footprint, or deep OS integration that Electron cannot expose efficiently.
How does Electron handle the main process and renderer process?
Electron has two layers: the main process, which runs in Node.js and has access to the file system, native OS APIs, and the application lifecycle; and one or more renderer processes, which run in Chromium and handle the UI using standard web technologies. Communication between them happens over IPC (inter-process communication) — you define contextBridge preload scripts to expose safe, typed APIs from the main process to the renderer. We design the IPC boundary carefully so the renderer stays sandboxed and the main process stays clean.
Can an Electron app share code with a React or Next.js web application?
Yes — business logic, API clients, state management (Zustand, Redux), data types, and utility functions can all be shared in a monorepo between an Electron desktop app and a React web app. The rendering layer (Electron's Chromium renderer vs. a browser window) is compatible since both use standard web technology. This is one of the key advantages of Electron: your web team can build and maintain the desktop app without learning a second platform.
How do you implement auto-updates in an Electron app?
We use electron-updater (part of the electron-builder ecosystem) to implement auto-update functionality. On Windows it uses Squirrel, on macOS it uses Sparkle. We set up a private update server (or GitHub Releases for open-source apps), configure differential updates to minimise download sizes, and test the update flow on all three platforms before release. Silent background updates with user notification on next launch is the standard pattern.
How do you sign and notarise an Electron app for Windows and macOS?
Code signing is mandatory for a smooth installation experience. On macOS, apps must be signed with an Apple Developer certificate and notarised through Apple's notarisation service — without this, Gatekeeper blocks the install. On Windows, an EV or OV code signing certificate from a CA like DigiCert prevents SmartScreen warnings. We set up automated signing in CI (GitHub Actions or equivalent) so every release is signed and notarised without manual steps.
What is the performance overhead of Electron compared to a native app?
Electron ships with a bundled Chromium and Node.js, which means a typical installation is 100–200 MB and startup memory is higher than a native app. For most business tools, this is an acceptable tradeoff given the development speed advantage. We mitigate the overhead by lazy-loading renderer windows, minimising main process work, using efficient IPC patterns, and profiling with Chrome DevTools. For apps with very tight performance requirements, we evaluate Tauri as an alternative.
How do you handle offline capability in an Electron app?
Electron apps run locally and have full access to the file system and SQLite or LevelDB for local data storage. We design offline-first architectures where data is written locally first and synced to a remote server when connectivity is available. Conflict resolution strategy depends on your data model — we discuss and agree on the approach during the architecture phase before any code is written.
Can Electron apps access native OS features like the system tray, notifications, and file dialogs?
Yes — Electron provides APIs for system tray icons, native notifications, file open/save dialogs, drag-and-drop, clipboard access, global keyboard shortcuts, screen capture, power management events, and more. For features not covered by Electron's built-in APIs, native Node.js addons (N-API / node-addon-api) can call platform-native code directly from JavaScript.
What does an Electron desktop app project typically cost?
A simple desktop app with a React UI, local storage, and auto-update is typically $15,000 to $40,000. A full desktop + web app sharing a monorepo codebase runs $45,000 to $110,000. An enterprise desktop app with complex native integrations, offline sync, and multi-platform CI/CD is typically $80,000 to $200,000 depending on complexity. We provide a fixed-price quote after a scoping call.

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