Websites, Ecommerce, Apps, Software & Digital Transformation
Irish businesses may be able to access grant and support schemes through Local Enterprise Offices (LEO) and Enterprise Ireland for digital projects — from new websites and ecommerce stores to custom software, apps, booking systems, and full digital transformation. We build grant-eligible digital projects and help you understand what support may be available for your stage and ambition.
Several government-backed schemes may support your next digital project — here's what to know
Whether you're a small business looking to get online, a growing company modernising your operations, or a founder building a scalable tech product — there are Irish government-backed supports that may be relevant to your project.
At Syncworx, we build websites, ecommerce stores, apps, portals, booking systems, and custom software. We're familiar with the grant landscape and can help you understand what may apply to your plans. Eligibility, funding levels, and scheme availability are determined by the relevant agencies — we recommend always confirming current details with your Local Enterprise Office or Enterprise Ireland directly.
Support schemes that may apply to website development and ecommerce grants in Ireland
The Trading Online Voucher is administered by Local Enterprise Offices and is aimed at small businesses that want to improve or build their online selling capability.
Eligibility and approval determined by your Local Enterprise Office.
A consultancy and digital assessment support from Local Enterprise Offices designed to help small businesses understand their digital opportunities.
Subject to LEO availability and eligibility criteria.
For businesses investing in software, automation, and operational digital upgrades
Aimed at practical digitalisation projects — this support may be relevant for businesses investing in digital tools, software, CRM systems, booking platforms, or operational improvements.
Subject to LEO eligibility and current scheme availability.
Relevant for businesses implementing new business processes, delivery methods, automation, and operational digital improvements. Focused on process modernisation rather than simple web design.
Eligibility criteria apply. Confirm with Enterprise Ireland.
For broader digital transformation projects, this fund supports substantial digital investments by eligible Irish businesses. Commonly described as up to 50% of eligible costs with typical support up to €35,000.
Confirm current availability and eligibility with Enterprise Ireland.
Provides up to 80% funding (to a maximum of €5,000) to engage external digital expertise. Useful for digital strategy, AI-readiness assessments, discovery work, and planning your digital foundations before building.
Subject to Enterprise Ireland eligibility criteria.
For founders and early-stage businesses building scalable digital products in Ireland
Relevant for very early-stage founders testing a new concept or business idea. Can support feasibility work, market validation, consultancy, and in some cases early prototype exploration.
Eligibility and amounts determined by your LEO.
For scalable startup ideas with growth potential. Enterprise Ireland describes a maximum award of €30,000 to support feasibility work and investor-ready planning for high-potential start-ups.
Subject to Enterprise Ireland HPSU eligibility and approval.
For early-stage startups with scalable, high-potential ideas. Enterprise Ireland describes this as offering €50k or €100k investment alongside support and mentoring.
Competitive application process. Subject to EI approval.
For high-potential start-ups with internationally scalable, innovative digital products or platforms. Enterprise Ireland describes support of up to €1.2 million for ambitious growth-focused businesses.
Highly competitive. Full EI HPSU eligibility criteria apply.
For genuinely innovative projects involving technical challenges and new products
Designed for businesses solving a genuine innovation challenge with the support of a knowledge provider or research partner. Enterprise Ireland describes a standard €10,000 voucher and co-funded options up to €20,000.
Subject to EI eligibility and knowledge partner requirements.
For genuinely innovative, non-routine projects involving technical challenges and the development of new products or services. Suitable for advanced software or technical product development where real R&D is involved.
Strict eligibility. Confirm with Enterprise Ireland.
The right scheme depends on your business size, stage, and type of project
If you have fewer than 10 employees and want to get online, improve your website, or add ecommerce capability, the Trading Online Voucher or Grow Digital Voucher via your Local Enterprise Office are likely the most relevant starting points.
If you're an established business investing in systems, automation, CRM, portals, or broader digital transformation, supports like the Grow Digital Voucher, Digital Process Innovation, Digital Transition Fund, or Digital Discovery may be worth exploring.
If you're building an app, SaaS product, or scalable digital platform, the LEO Feasibility Grant, HPSU Feasibility Study Grant, or Pre-Seed Start Fund may be more relevant depending on your stage and growth ambitions.
We build grant-eligible digital projects and help you navigate what support may be available
We discuss your project in the context of what supports may be available for your stage and goals. We help you frame your project scope in a way that's appropriate for grant applications.
Grant applications often require supplier quotes, project descriptions, and cost breakdowns. We provide clear, professional documentation to support your application to the relevant agency.
We deliver the actual digital project — website, ecommerce store, app, booking system, portal, or custom software — to a professional standard that meets the expectations of grant-funded work.
Grant eligibility, funding amounts, terms, and approval are determined solely by the relevant agency — Local Enterprise Office (LEO) or Enterprise Ireland — not by Syncworx. Scheme availability, criteria, and funding levels can change at any time. The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and is not a guarantee of funding. We strongly recommend confirming current details directly with your Local Enterprise Office or Enterprise Ireland before making any financial decisions.
Not at all. Many of our clients work with us without any grant support. Grants can reduce your costs, but they're not a requirement. We're happy to discuss your project regardless of whether grant funding is involved.
No. Grant approvals are made entirely by the relevant agency — LEO or Enterprise Ireland. We can help you prepare a strong application and provide the documentation required, but we have no involvement in the approval decision.
The Trading Online Voucher is aimed at improving online trading capability. This can include new website development, ecommerce functionality, and online marketing tools. Eligibility is assessed by your Local Enterprise Office. We recommend contacting your LEO to confirm what your specific project would qualify for.
Yes. While both are LEO-administered, the Grow Digital Voucher is typically focused on practical digitalisation — tools, software, CRM, automation, and internal systems — whereas the Trading Online Voucher is more specifically aimed at online selling and trading capability. Your LEO can advise which is most appropriate for your project.
Depending on your stage and ambition, there are several potential routes — from the LEO Feasibility Grant for early-stage idea validation, to the Enterprise Ireland Pre-Seed Start Fund and HPSU Feasibility Study Grant for scalable, growth-focused products. We can discuss your plans and help you understand which agencies and schemes may be most relevant.
We can help with the parts of the process that relate to our work — project scope, costs, quotes, and documentation. We cannot complete your application for you, as the business owner must submit directly to the agency. We make the process as straightforward as possible on our end.
Yes. Several Enterprise Ireland supports are available to larger businesses, including the Digital Transition Fund, Digital Process Innovation, Digital Discovery, and various innovation-focused schemes. The right programme depends on your project type and company profile.
The best starting point is to contact your Local Enterprise Office (for small businesses) or Enterprise Ireland (for growth-focused and scaling companies). We're also happy to have an initial conversation about your project and share what we've seen work for other businesses in similar situations.
Book a free discovery call and we'll walk you through the options that may be relevant for your business and project.