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VirtueMart To Shopify Migration

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Move your VirtueMart store to Shopify effortlessly with LitExtension. You can handle the Shopify migration in just 3 steps using their app, or our expert team can take care of everything for you.

What Data Can Be Migrated From VirtueMart to Shopify

  • Products

    • Name, SKU, Full Description, Status, Manufacturer.
    • Price, Special Price Stock status.
    • Meta Title, Meta Description.
    • Product Tags EAN-13 UPC EAN-13 UPC.
    • Variants: (SKU, Weight, Attributes, Quantity, Price, Special Price, Name, Additional image).
    • Additional Images. Manage Stock.
    • Product image.

    Product Categories

    • Name, Description, Status. Image.
    • Meta Title, Meta Description.
    • Manufacturers
    • First Name, Last Name, Email, Newsletter.
    • Billing Address: (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone, First Name, Last Name).
    • Shipping Address: (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone, First Name, Last Name).
    • Address: (Street Address, Zip Code, City, State, Country, First Name, Last Name).
    • Order Date, Order Status, Order Products: (Name, SKU, Option), Product Price, Quantity, Discount Price, Tax Price, Total Price, Order Comments Shipping Price Shipping Price.
    • Customer Name, Email, Billing Address: (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone, Fax, First Name, Last Name).
    • Shipping Address: (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone, First Name , Last Name).
    • Coupons
    • Name
    • Coupon Code, Coupon Date, Coupon Expire Date.
    • Created Date, Rate, User Name, Title, Comment.
    • Title, Created Date, URL, Description
    • Title, Full Description, SEO URLs.
    • Images.

(*) If you cannot find the data you want to migrate, please get in touch with us.

Additional Options

Clear Sample Data On Shopify Before Migration

You can delete the sample data on Shopify in accordance with selected entities for migration… More Details

Preserve Order IDs on Shopify Store

This option helps keep your order ID the same during your store migration… More Details

Create 301 Redirects on Shopify Store

Automatically redirect your old store’s URLs to the new ones during the migration… More Details

Migrate Images from Products, Categories, Blog Descriptions

This option helps you to migrate images in descriptions of products, categories, and blog posts… More Details

Strip HTML Tags from Category and Product Names

Strip HTML tags from category and product names automatically when migrating your store More Details

Migrate Categories into Shopify Automated Collections

Automatically add tags to your products. You can show sub-categories just like in your Source Store… More Details

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How to Perform VirtueMart to Shopify Migration

Setup Carts
#1: Set-up VirtueMart and Shopify Stores

Select VirtueMart as “Source Cart” and Shopify as “Target Cart” from dropdown list. Enter store URL and follow brief instructions to set up the carts.

Select Entites
#2: Select Data You Want To Migrate to Shopify

Choose the entities you want to migrate from VirtueMart to Shopify such as products, product categories, customers, orders, and even more.

Full Migration
#3: Perform Full Replatforming to Shopify

Let’s start the migration from VirtueMart to Shopify. Once the migration process is kicked off, it will constantly run even when you turn off your browser.

Migration Pricing

The cost of migration from to depends on how many entities you have on your store. The Pricing Estimator will help you to get how much does it cost. The pricing is billed in USD.
Number Of Products
Number Of Orders
Number Of Customers
Number Of Blog Posts

Basic Migration Package

With the Basic Migration Package, you can run a seamless store migration automatically and accurately using the LitExtension app in only 3 simple steps.

Basic Migration Package includes:

  1. Pre-migration Support
    • Technical Consultancy: Data export & validation, check custom fields, server/hosting issues, etc.
    • Free Demo Migration
  2. Data Migration
  3. Post-migration Support
  4. Support Channels
    • Ticket/Email

$79
Estimated Fulfillment Time:

Extensive data can be challenging to migrate accurately. Please connect with our experts through the ChatBox at the bottom-right or book a call for the best consultancy for your data migration.

All-in-One Migration Package

This package provides you with an all-inclusive service. LitExtension experts will handle the migration from start to finish to ensure the best results for your project.

This Package includes: All Basic Migration features and…

  1. Pre-migration Support
    • Technical Consultancy: Data export & validation, check custom fields, server/hosting issues, etc.
    • Target Cart Setup and Validation 
    • Unlimited Free Demo Migration 
  2. Data Migration
    • Full Migration Implementation 
    • All Additional Migration Options for FREE 
    • Migration Customization 
    • Custom Fields Migration 
    • Migration Speed Enhancement
  3. Post-migration Support
    • Migration Results Testing 
    • Exclusive deals discounts from top-rated apps
  4. Support Channels
    • Personal Assistant  via Phone/Meeting, Live Chat, Email/Ticket.
$79
Estimated Time of Arrival: day(s)

Extensive data can be challenging to migrate accurately. Please connect with our experts through the ChatBox at the bottom-right or book a call for the best consultancy for your data migration.

Popular Questions About VirtueMart To Shopify Migration

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What is VirtueMart to Shopify Migration?

Moving your online store from VirtueMart to Shopify involves transferring your customer information, product listings, order history, and other relevant data. This VirtueMart to Shopify migration can be performed manually or by employing a dedicated service like LitExtension for a more efficient and streamlined process.

How long does it take to migrate from VirtueMart to Shopify?

The timeframe for migrating from VirtueMart to Shopify is not set in stone. It depends on variables such as the size of your VirtueMart store, the amount of data being transferred, and any specific requirements you may have. Contact our team for a personalized consultation and a more accurate estimate.

How do I migrate from VirtueMart to Shopify without losing SEO?

Maintain your SEO authority when switching from VirtueMart to Shopify. Our platform automatically handles URL changes with 301 redirects, ensuring your old VirtueMart URLs direct to their corresponding pages on your new Shopify store. This prevents ranking drops and ensures a smooth user experience.

Can I migrate a store from VirtueMart to Shopify?

Moving your online store from VirtueMart to Shopify is definitely an option! While not a simple copy-and-paste process, you can successfully transition your products, customer data, and order history to a new Shopify store, leveraging its intuitive design and powerful features.

Can I migrate several languages from VirtueMart to Shopify?

While a direct migration of your language setup might not be feasible, we can help you recreate your multilingual content on Shopify. By leveraging apps like Langify, we can ensure a smooth transition, allowing you to continue engaging your international audience on a platform built for ecommerce growth.

Can I migrate options and attributes from VirtueMart to Shopify?

We prioritize the accurate transfer of your product options and attributes. Our platform is designed to handle this seamlessly, accurately converting your VirtueMart product options into Shopify’s variant structure and importing essential attributes as meta fields on Shopify, preserving this data.

Why my product variants were not migrated from VirtueMart to Shopify?

When migrating from VirtueMart to Shopify, be aware of Shopify’s limitations on product variants. Shopify restricts each product to a maximum of 99 variants and 3 options. If your VirtueMart products have more variations than this, they won’t be fully transferred, and some variants may be missing on your Shopify store.

Can I migrate product categories on VirtueMart to Shopify?

Your product categories will be transferred smoothly. Keep in mind that Shopify uses “Collections” instead of “Categories.” We’ll accurately map your VirtueMart categories to Shopify Collections, ensuring your products are organized effectively on your new Shopify store.

Can I migrate my customer passwords from VirtueMart to Shopify?

It’s important to note that customer passwords cannot be directly transferred. This is because Shopify’s platform is designed with robust security measures and utilizes a restricted-access database to protect sensitive customer information, including passwords. Customers will be asked to create new passwords on your Shopify store.

Can I migrate my VirtueMart product SKUs to Shopify?

Absolutely, you can migrate your VirtueMart product SKUs to Shopify! Our platform supports the transfer of SKUs for both simple products and products with variants. We understand the importance of maintaining accurate product identification during a platform switch, and our system ensures a smooth and efficient transfer.

Leave The Work For The Experts

If you’re non-tech, let our Shopify migration experts handle your migration from A to Z.
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How Your Data Is Secured During Migration?

We at LitExtension prioritize data security and have a set of practices, technologies and policies in place to ensure the highest level of security for your data. Check out our Data Security Policy.
Server Security

Server Security

All migration jobs will be carried out on Linode servers located in the USA, Euro, Australia, Singapore,…
Server Security

Data Security

The data is protected by HTTPS secure protocol and 128-bit SSL encryption. Nothing is stored on LitExtension’s servers.
Server Security

Data Access Restriction

Only authorized LitExtension experts can access the source code to handle custom migration requests.
Server Security

GDPR Compliance

LitExtension is compliant with GDPR regulations, a global data protection law passed by the European Union.
Server Security

NDA

We do not keep your credentials or import records after the migration. Your data is guaranteed not to be disclosed or used for any other purposes rather than the migration.
Server Security

Payment Security

Your payment is processed by Paypal – the #1 worldwide payment gateway. Hence, LitExtension does not store any payment data.

Why Choose LitExtension For VirtueMart To Shopify Migration

3 step simplicity

3-Step Simplicity

Simplify your customer’s shopping journey by migrating to Shopify in 3 easy steps.

selling while migrating

Selling While Migrating

Migrate your VirtueMart store without any interruption to your sales or customer service.

3 months of free updates

3 Months of FREE Updates

Get the most out of your data with unlimited free Recent Migrations, Re-migrations, and Smart Updates.

247 expert support

24/7 Expert Support

We’ll help you troubleshoot any issues you may encounter.

data security guaranteed

Data Security Guaranteed

Experience a secure migration with guaranteed data protection.

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Risk-Free Experience

Try us with zero risk. If you’re not satisfied, we’ll refund your money.

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Virtuemart to Shopify migration, really good staff support! support made sure everything was as I wished. 5 stars

Henrik Karlsson
Sweden

I was looking for a migration service that could handle my client’s complex Virtuemart, and LitExtension delivered. They migrated everything perfectly, including our custom product variations and unique shipping settings. I’m incredibly impressed with their service!

Tobias Weiss
Switzerland

The migration from Virtuemart to Shopify was a huge success thanks to LitExtension! They migrated everything flawlessly, including our custom product variations and unique shipping settings. I’m very happy with the service.

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