WooCommerce to Shopify migration services
We move SMB and growing DTC brands off WooCommerce onto Shopify to end plugin conflicts, hosting limits, and slow page loads.
30 minutes. No pitch. Just clarity on what is possible.
Why brands move from WooCommerce to Shopify.
Plugins conflict and break with every update
WooCommerce relies on stacked plugins for core features. WordPress, WooCommerce, and plugin updates regularly conflict and take the store down.
Shopify ships checkout, payments, and core commerce natively, so fewer moving parts break.
Hosting cannot keep up with traffic
WooCommerce performance depends on your host. Traffic spikes and large catalogs slow the site and hurt conversion during peak sales.
Shopify is fully hosted and scales through flash sales without server tuning.
Security and maintenance fall on you
Every WordPress and plugin patch is your responsibility. A missed update is an open door, and PCI scope sits on your host.
Shopify handles hosting, patching, and PCI compliance as part of the platform.
What we migrate.
Eight data sets move from WooCommerce to Shopify, each handled and validated.
Products and variants
We move all WooCommerce products, including variable products and attributes, with images.
Collections and categories
WooCommerce categories and tags map to Shopify collections with rules preserved.
Customer accounts and passwords
Customer records transfer and Shopify issues secure resets so logins keep working.
Order history
Past orders, refunds, and fulfillment status move for complete reporting and support.
Content pages and blog
WordPress pages and blog posts port to Shopify with URLs mapped for redirects.
SEO metadata and 301 redirects
Yoast or RankMath metadata and a full 301 redirect map carry rankings to Shopify.
Apps and integrations
WooCommerce plugins are matched to Shopify apps for email, reviews, and shipping.
Custom code and theme logic
Theme logic is rebuilt on Dawn or a custom Shopify theme with the same storefront features.
Our WooCommerce to Shopify migration process.
Five steps, each with a named deliverable, run over 4 to 10 weeks.
- Step 1
Audit
We review your WooCommerce catalog, plugins, and theme. We list which plugins need Shopify app equivalents.
Deliverable: plugin-to-app mapping doc
- Step 2
Plan
We define scope, the redirect strategy, and the Shopify app stack. You approve before any build starts.
Deliverable: scope and 301 redirect map
- Step 3
Build
We build the Shopify theme and configure apps that replace your plugins. Everything is assembled on a staging store.
Deliverable: staging store
- Step 4
Migrate
We move products, customers, and orders with Matrixify or Cart2Cart. Variable products are checked against WooCommerce.
Deliverable: validated data import
- Step 5
Launch
We apply redirects, switch DNS, and monitor rankings and orders. WooCommerce stays live until cutover is confirmed.
Deliverable: go-live and redirect verification
Tooling and partners.
For WooCommerce we use Matrixify for structured imports and Cart2Cart for high-volume catalogs. For clean transforms we run custom CSV exports out of the WordPress database. We rebuild the storefront on Dawn or a custom theme and match each WooCommerce plugin to a Shopify app for reviews, email, subscriptions, and shipping.
This migration pairs with our Shopify development, Shopify and HubSpot integration, and managed Shopify support.
Selected work.
Replatforms delivered for e-commerce brands moving to Shopify.
Frequently asked questions.
How long does a WooCommerce to Shopify migration take?
A WooCommerce to Shopify migration takes 4 to 10 weeks. Timeline depends on catalog size, the number of plugins to replace, and theme complexity. We move products, customers, and orders with Matrixify or Cart2Cart. Request an assessment and we will map a timeline for your store.
How much does it cost to migrate from WooCommerce to Shopify?
Cost depends on catalog size, how many plugins need Shopify app replacements, and theme rebuild scope. A small DTC catalog moves faster and cheaper than a large store with subscriptions. We scope each project before quoting. Request an assessment for a fixed scope and price in your currency.
Should I migrate from WooCommerce to Shopify or stay on WordPress?
Stay on WordPress if content is your core and commerce is light. Move to Shopify if plugin conflicts, hosting limits, or security upkeep are slowing growth. Shopify removes hosting and PCI burden and scales through peak traffic. We assess your store and give an honest recommendation, not a default upsell.
What WooCommerce plugins have Shopify equivalents?
Most do. Reviews, email, subscriptions, wishlists, and shipping all have strong Shopify apps. During the audit we map each active WooCommerce plugin to a Shopify app or native feature. We document every replacement so your team knows what runs the store. Anything without a match is flagged before you commit.
Will I lose my SEO rankings migrating from WooCommerce to Shopify?
Not when redirects are handled properly. We build a full 301 redirect map from WooCommerce product, category, and blog URLs to Shopify. Yoast or RankMath metadata is carried over. We monitor rankings after launch to catch any gaps. The redirect map is the priority deliverable of the project.
Can you migrate WooCommerce customer accounts and order history?
Yes. We migrate all WooCommerce customers with addresses and full order history. Passwords are re-hashed, so Shopify sends a secure reset on first login. Support and reporting stay intact because historical orders move too. We validate customer and order counts against WooCommerce before go-live.
What happens to my WordPress blog content during migration?
We port WordPress pages and blog posts into Shopify with images and formatting. Each URL is mapped to a Shopify equivalent with a 301 redirect so SEO equity carries over. Author and date fields are preserved where possible. Your content keeps ranking after the move to Shopify.
How do you handle WooCommerce subscriptions on Shopify?
We rebuild WooCommerce Subscriptions on a Shopify subscription app such as Recharge or the native Shopify Subscriptions API. Active subscribers and billing dates are migrated so renewals continue. We test the billing cycle on staging before launch. Subscribers keep their plan without re-entering payment details where the gateway allows.
Can you migrate WooCommerce variable products and attributes?
Yes. WooCommerce variable products map to Shopify products with variants and options. Attributes become variant options or metafields depending on use. We check variant counts and pricing against WooCommerce after import. Complex products with many attributes are validated individually before sign-off.
Is there downtime during a WooCommerce to Shopify migration?
No. Your WooCommerce store stays live and selling throughout the build. We migrate to a staging Shopify store, then cut over with a DNS switch. Last order deltas are synced at cutover. Customers experience a continuous storefront with no maintenance window.
Request a migration assessment.
30 minutes. No pitch. Just clarity on what is possible.
WooCommerce to Shopify migrations, scoped and quoted before any work starts.
Request a Migration Assessment