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How To Migrate From Magento (Adobe Commerce) To Shopify: A Balanced, Step-by-Step Guide

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Step 1: Pre-Migration Planning

Audit Your Magento Store

  • Review all products, categories, orders, customer data, and content (blogs, pages).
  • Make a list of all third-party extensions and custom features.
  • Identify SEO-critical elements like URL structures, meta titles, and descriptions.

Define Your Objectives

  • Understand why you’re moving to Shopify (ease of use, cost, maintenance).
  • Decide what data and features you will migrate or rebuild.

Take a Complete Backup

  • Backup your full Magento database and files.

Ensure you can recover if something goes wrong.

Step 2: Choose Migration Method

Option A: Automated Tools

Use tools like:

  • Matrixify (Excelify)
  • Lit Extension
  • Cart2Cart

Pros: Faster, user-friendly, minimal manual effort
 Cons: May not handle custom Magento features or extensions well

Option B: Manual Migration

  • Export Magento data in CSV format.
  • Map data fields to Shopify format.
  • Import data manually using Shopify’s admin panel or Matrixify.

Pros: Greater control, suitable for custom setups
 Cons: Time-consuming, requires more technical skill

Step 3: Data Mapping & Exporting

  • Products (with SKUs, images, inventory, descriptions)
  • Customers (name, email, address)
  • Orders (statuses, payment history)
  • Blog content and CMS pages
  • Metadata (titles, descriptions)
  • URLs and category structure

Export this data from Magento using the admin panel or SQL database queries.

Step 4: Import Data into Shopify

  • Products (with SKUs, images, inventory, descriptions)
  • Customers (name, email, address)
  • Orders (statuses, payment history)
  • Blog content and CMS pages
  • Metadata (titles, descriptions)
  • URLs and category structure

Export this data from Magento using the admin panel or SQL database queries.

Step 5: Rebuild Design & Functionality

  • Choose a Shopify theme (or create a custom one).
  • Apply branding (logos, fonts, colours).
  • Recreate any custom features with:
    • Shopify apps
    • Liquid code (Shopify’s templating language)

Custom development (for advanced features)

Step 6: Set Up Redirects for SEO

  • Magento and Shopify have different URL structures.
  • Create 301 redirects from old Magento URLs to new Shopify URLs.
  • Use Shopify’s URL Redirect tool or import them via CSV.

 

 

Step 7: Test Everything Thoroughly

  • Check site on mobile and desktop.
  • Test product search, filters, and checkout process.
  • Verify SEO: broken links, missing metadata, canonical tags.
  • Review integrations (payment gateways, shipping apps, etc.)

Step 8: Post-Migration Checks & Go-Live

  • Enable Shopify store for public access.
  • Inform customers about the migration.
  • Monitor site speed, traffic, sales, and rankings.
  • Gather customer feedback for improvements.

Common Issues Faced During Magento to Shopify Migration

Issue Explanation Solutions
1. Data Loss or Incomplete Imports Data may not transfer correctly, especially with custom fields or extensions. Use detailed data mapping, test in a staging store, validate after import.
2. Broken URLs & SEO Impact URL structure changes can cause 404 errors and loss of organic traffic. Set up 301 redirects for all major pages and product URLs. Use tools like Google Search Console to catch broken links.
3. Customer Passwords Not Migrated Passwords are encrypted and cannot be moved. Prompt users to reset passwords via email after migration.
4. Loss of Custom Functionality Shopify may not support deep customisation out of the box. Rebuild using Shopify apps or custom Liquid code. Some features may need bespoke development.
5. Theme Differences Magento themes are not compatible with Shopify. Rebuild your site using Shopify themes. Replicate branding and UX manually.
6. Cost Underestimation Shopify appears cheaper initially but premium apps and Shopify Plus plans can add up. Analyse total cost: app subscriptions, custom development, and Shopify Plus fees.
7. Performance Drops or Downtime Poor testing can lead to store downtime after going live. Use staging environments for testing. Launch during off-peak hours. Monitor post-launch performance closely.

Final Tips for a Smooth Magento to Shopify Migration

  • Plan ahead: Migration is not just technical—it impacts marketing, SEO, and customer service.
  • Use a staging store: Never launch directly without testing.
  • Focus on SEO: Redirects and metadata are critical to avoid traffic loss.
  • Communicate: Inform your customers about the transition and provide support for password resets or navigation changes.
  • Work with experts: If unsure, hire Shopify experts to ensure zero downtime and a polished final result.

Need Professional Help?

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