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LitExtension provides fast, accurate, and secure migration services from PrestaShop to Shopify through an automated three-step process. Our intuitive workflow allows you to easily transfer critical store data including products, orders, customers, etc. to Shopify. We ensure a seamless migration with zero downtime, preserving data accuracy and security.
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What Data Can Be Migrated from PrestaShop to Shopify
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Products
- Product name, Description.
- Summary.
- Images.
- Price, Specific prices, Cost.
- Categories.
- Stocks, When out of stock.
- Brand.
- UPC/EAN/MPN.
- Weight, With/Height/Depth.
- Combinations.
- Status.
- Friendly URL.
- Tags.
- Meta Tag Title, Meta Tag Description.
Products Categories
- Name, Description, Additional description.
- Friendly URL.
- Thumbnail.
- Meta title, Meta description.
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Customers
- E-Mail.
- Name.
Addresses.
Customer Address
- First Name, Last Name.
- Company.
- Address 1, Address 2.
- City, Postcode, Country.
- Phone.
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Orders
- Order Number, Order Date.
- Status.
- Customer.
- Products.
- Discount
- Shipping.
- Total.
- Invoice/Shipping address.
- Note.
Order Items
- Product name.
- Base price.
Qty. SKU.
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- Name.
- Code.
- Valid.
- Limit to a single customer.
- Amount, Minimum amount.
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Title. Friendly URL. SEO Title, SEO Description. Page content.
(*) Please note that the data listed above may vary depending on your Source Store.
Additional Options
Clear Data On Shopify Before Migration
You can clear the data on Shopify in accordance with selected entities for migration… More Details →
RecommendedPreserve Order IDs on Shopify Store
This option helps keep your order ID the same during your store migration… More Details →
How It Works RecommendedCreate 301 Redirects on Shopify Store
Automatically redirect your old store’s URLs to the new ones during the migration… More Details →
RecommendedMigrate 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 →
How to Perform PrestaShop to Shopify Migration
#1: Set-up PrestaShop and Shopify Stores
Select PrestaShop as “Source Cart” and Shopify as “Target Cart” from the dropdown list. Enter the store URL and follow the brief instructions to migrate from PrestaShop to Shopify.
#2: Select Data to Migrate from PrestaShop to Shopify
Select the entities you want to migrate from Prestashop to Shopify, such as products, product categories, customers, orders, additional options, etc., to meet your needs.
#3: Perform Full PrestaShop to Shopify Migration
Perform a full migration of PrestaShop to Shopify. Once the process is started, it will continue to run even if you close your browser, as our data transfer is cloud-based.
Step-by-Step Guide to Migrating from PrestaShop to Shopify
To start your automated migration from Prestashop to Shopify using LitExtension migration tool:
- Access the LitExtension app.
- Sign up using your email, or connect via Google for instant access.
- If you already have an account, simply enter your email and password to login.
Check the “Remember Me” box to speed up your next login. Staying logged in will help you track the migration process and contact technical support more quickly.
We also have a detailed video tutorial on how to use LitExtension migration app, check it out:
Step 1: Set Up Source & Target Carts
The first step is to connect the LitExtension data migration system with Prestashop and Shopify, so that the system will have access to data from these two platforms for migration purposes.
On the Migration Page screen, select Create New Migration.
1.1. Set Up Source Cart
In Source Cart Setup section, select Prestashop as your Source Cart from the drop-down menu and enter your Source Cart URL.
Each cart type requires different information, which will be shown once you select your Source Cart. There are three ways to connect your store:
- Install Connector for open-source carts.
- Provide API Keys for hosted carts.
- Import CSV Files if your store has crashed, you have security concerns, face technical issues, or use a cloud server.
1.2. Setup Target Cart
In Target Cart Setup section, select Shopify as your Target Cart from the drop-down menu and enter your Target Cart URL.
Follow the same process in the Source Cart Setup section to connect LitExtension to your Shopify store using a Connector, API, or CSV file.
Step 2: Configure Prestashop to Shopify Migration
After connecting to Source (Prestashop) and Target Carts (Shopify), the next step is to select the data you want to migrate.
You can also enable additional options to enhance performance and SEO for your Shopify store.
Entities Selection
In Entities To Migrate section, select the entities you want to migrate.
For the Prestashop to Shopify pair, the entities you can migrate are:
- Products
- Product Categories
- Customers
- Orders
- Coupons
- CMS Pages
- Blog
Or click Select All to transfer everything.
For data you want to migrate that is not listed here, please contact LitExtension experts so we can assist and advise on alternative solutions.
Additional Options
After selecting your data, configure the Additional Options section. Common choices include:
- Clear target cart data before migration: This option allows you to delete the data (on the Target Store) in accordance with selected entities for migration. It is to avoid mixing and duplication of data during the migration process.
- Preserve IDs for products, customers, and orders: With this option, the IDs of your product, customer and order will be kept the same in your Target Store just as in your Source Store. This option is necessary to keep the connection among entities after the migration. Besides that, it helps you manage your Products, Customers and Orders easily.
- Create 301 Redirects from source to target cart: The 301 Redirects option allows you to automatically redirect your old store’s Product and Category URLs to the new ones during the migration. This ensures that your previous links continue to work, helping to maintain a smooth customer experience after replatforming.
- Strip HTML tags from category and product names: Categories, product names in your Source store may already wear HTML tags. However, these tags might have been configured improperly or your new store does not need them anymore.
- Migrate Source Store Categories into Shopify Automated Collections: Shopify doesn’t have sub-categories, instead, it provides collections. Therefore, during the migration to Shopify, choosing this option will migrate all of your categories including sub-categories to Shopify collections.
If you need to answer questions about additional options, you can contact live chat for free consultation.
Step 3: Perform Prestashop to Shopify Migration
After selecting the data to migrate to Shopify and configuring additional options, continue with the Full Migration.
If you need a demo to see if the data is moving correctly, choose Demo Migration. You can learn more about the benefits of using Demo Migration and how to implement it through our detailed step-by-step guide.
Otherwise, simply tick Skip Demo Migration and click Start Full Migration to begin.
The migration process may take a few minutes or longer depending on the number of entities being transferred. LitExtension runs on a cloud-based system, you don’t need to keep your browser or internet connection active during the migration. Additionally, you can easily check the migration progress through the Migration progress section.
Before starting, you’ll be asked to complete the payment. LitExtension supports multiple payment methods, including PayPal, Skrill, Western Union, Bank Transfer, and Cryptocurrencies.
Prestashop to Shopify Post-Migration Checklist
The final step is to double-check the results of the migration process from Prestashop to Shopify:
Once the system displays the “Full Migration Is Completed” screen, immediately review your results. Verifying data integrity ensures that all information has transferred correctly to your new Shopify store.
Checking Product Visibility. Most products will appear automatically on your storefront. However, out-of-stock products are hidden by default. To verify these items, locate them via the catalog or use the onsite search function.
Review Product Details. Inspect the following data points for accuracy:
- Product descriptions.
- Images.
- Variants.
- Meta descriptions.
Understanding Shopify Structure. Shopify uses Collections and Tags rather than categories and subcategories. Data from your source store’s categories and subcategories is automatically mapped to the corresponding collections and tags in Shopify.
After validating the storefront, log in to the Shopify admin panel. Browse the back-end to confirm that all customer data and historical orders are accurate and complete.
For details, read about Post Migration Checklist: 10 Things You Must Do, compiled by our team of migration experts.
If you face any challenges during the setup, data transfer, or post-migration review, do not hesitate to reach out. Contact the LitExtension Customer Support team at any time, we are available 24/7 to ensure your migration is accurate, secure, and successful.
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