BigCommerce to Magento Migration
BigCommerce to Magento Migration provided by LitExtension helps you move your store from 140+ eCommerce platform to Magento automatically, accurately and securely. Within 3 simple steps, you can transfer your data to Magento yourself using LitExtension app or you can have our Magento experts handle the complete migration for you.
LitExtension can ensure no interruption to your current business during migration, you can keep selling while migrating. Experience a hassle-free BigCommerce to Magento migration process, where data precision and security are assured.
What Data Can Be Migrated From BigCommerce To Magento
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Products
- Name, SKU, Short Description, Full Description, Status.
- Manufacturer, Country of Manufacturer, Tax Class, Sort Order in Category.
- Price, Special Price, Special Price From-To Date, Group Price.
- URL Key, Meta Title, Meta Keywords, Meta Description.
- Weight.
- Related Products, Up-sells, Cross-sells.
- Attributes (Name, Values).
- Custom Options (Drop-down, Radio Buttons, CheckBox, Multiple Select, Date, Text Field, Text Area, Time, Date & Time, File).
- Downloadable Products (Price, Files, Max Downloads), Grouped Products (Associated Products), Bundle Products.
- Variants (SKU, Weight, Attributes, Quantity, Images, Price, Special Price, Special Price From-To Date, Name, Group Price).
- Thumbnail Image, Additional Images.
- Quantity, Manage Stock, Availability.
Product Categories
- Name, Description.
- Status, Is Anchor, Sort Order.
- Thumbnail Image.
- URL Key, Meta Title, Meta Description, Meta Keywords.
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- ID, First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, Email, Created Date.
- Customer Group.
- Newsletter.
- Billing Address (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone).
- Shipping Address (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone).
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- ID, Order Date, Order Status.
- Order Items (Name, SKU, Option), Product Price, Quantity.
- Sub Price, Discount Price, Tax Price, Shipping Price, Total Price.
- Order Comments.
- Customer Name, Email
- Billing Address: (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone).
- Shipping Address (Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone).
- Transactions.
- Invoice.
- Credit Memo.
- Shipment.
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- Name.
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- Tax Class (Name).
- Tax Rate (Country, Rate).
- Tax Rules.
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- Name.
- Description.
- Status, Coupon Code, Coupon Date.
- Customer Groups.
- Uses Per Coupon, Uses Per Customer.
- Type Discount, Discount Amount/Percent.
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- Created Date.
- Status.
- Rate.
- Product.
- User Name, Email.
- Summary.
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- Created Date.
- Status.
- Title, Description.
- Meta Title, Meta Description, Meta Keywords.
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- Products (Name, Description, Attribute)
- Categories (Name, Description)
- CMS Page (Name, Description)
- Blogs (Name, Description)
- Note: Additional fee may apply
(*) Please note that the data listed above may vary depending on your Source Store.
Additional Options
Clear Sample Data On Magento Before Migration
You can delete the sample data on Magento in accordance with selected entities for migration… More Details →
Preserve Order IDs, Customer IDs on Magento Store
This option helps keep your customer ID or order ID the same during your store migration… More Details →
Create 301 Redirects on Magento 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 →
How to Perform BigCommerce to Magento Migration
Select BigCommerce as “Source Cart” and Magento as “Target Cart” from the dropdown list. Afterward, enter store URL and follow brief instructions to set up the Magento migration process.
Choose the entities you want within the BigCommerce to Magento migration such as products, categories, orders, customers, SEO URLs, and even more.
Let’s start the BigCommerce to Magento migration. Once the migration process is kicked off, it will constantly run even when you turn off your browser.
What To Prepare Before the BigCommerce to Magento Migration
Before starting your migration from BigCommerce to Magento, it’s crucial to lay the groundwork properly. After all, a well-prepared migration not only prevents data loss but also helps minimize downtime and post-migration issues!
Below are five key things every merchant should prepare:
Access to both the BigCommerce and Magento admin panels
First, make sure you have full admin access to both your BigCommerce store (the source) and your Magento store (the target). You’ll need this to export data from BigCommerce and to configure or import it into Magento. Without admin-level access, essential functions like exporting CSV files, adjusting store settings, or installing migration tools won’t be possible.
A backup of your BigCommerce store
Even if the migration process is straightforward, it’s always smart to back up your BigCommerce store before making any changes, including product data, customer details, order history, and media files. That way, you can easily restore your store if anything goes wrong during or after the migration process.
Organized product images and media files
Migration tools often transfer text-based data like SKUs and product descriptions, but product images and banners may need to be re-uploaded manually or referenced separately. Hence, before migrating, download all media files from BigCommerce and organize them by product or category. This helps you reconnect them correctly in Magento post-migration.
A list of functional requirements and custom features
Lastly, take time to review your BigCommerce store and note any features you rely on (such as discount rules, loyalty programs, or product filtering options). Then check whether Magento supports those features natively or if you’ll need to install extensions or request custom development. All this thorough preparation ensures your Magento store is just as capable as your previous setup.
How to Migrate from BigCommerce to Magento with LitExtension
For those planning to move their store from BigCommerce to Magento, one of the easiest and most efficient ways to do it is with the LitExtension Automated Migration Tool. Built by an expert team with over 12 years of experience and trusted by more than 300,000 store owners, this tool will make your entire data migration fast, secure, and stress-free. Let’s see how it works:
Step 1. Set up your BigCommerce and Magento carts
First, head to the LitExtension website and sign up for an account. Just enter your name, email, and password (or choose to sign in with Google for even faster access). Once you’re in, you’ll land on the main dashboard where the migration begins!
Now, click on “Create New Migration” and select BigCommerce as your source cart. Enter your BigCommerce store URL, then follow the easy on-screen instructions to get your BigCommerce API and paste it into the field provided.
Next, it’s time to choose Magento as your target platform. Just like before, enter your Magento store’s URL and follow the prompts to complete the connection. Once both stores are connected, you’re ready to move your data.
Step 2. Choose what you want to migrate
At this stage, you’ll now see a list of data types available for migration (products, categories, customers, orders, and more). You can pick exactly what you want to migrate or simply select “All Entities” if you want to move everything.
Then, if you are looking for extra options, Scroll down to explore advanced settings, like keeping your product IDs or SEO URLs. These add-ons help customize the migration to fit your specific needs; however, note that some may incur a small additional fee.
Step 3. Perform the demo and full migration
Now, it’s time for the most important step!
Before committing, you can run a Free Demo Migration, which transfers a small portion of data per entity, allowing you to preview the results and ensure everything looks just right. If you’re satisfied, proceed with launching the full migration.
And don’t worry; there’s no need to keep your browser open. The migration runs entirely in the cloud, meaning you can walk away and wait for a confirmation email once it’s finished.
Better yet, LitExtension doesn’t stop at just moving your data. After the migration is complete, you’ll get:
- Unlimited Recent Data Migrations within 60 days since your full migration started. You can transfer any new data added to your BigCommerce store, as long as the total amount is under 5% of the original migration volume.
- One free Re-migration within the same 60-day window.
- Unlimited Smart Updates within 90 days after the full migration begins. These updates help sync any changes made to your products, customers, or orders – completely free and fully automated.
How to Manually Transfer Data from BigCommerce to Magento
Though using LitExtension’s automated migration tool is the most efficient and hassle-free way to switch platforms, there’s also another option: doing everything manually.
Sure, this method can be time-consuming and prone to errors, all the more so if you’re not familiar with data handling. Still, for those running a small store with a simple setup, manual migration can get the job done! Let us tell you how to do it step by step:
Step 1. Export your data from BigCommerce
First, log in to your BigCommerce admin dashboard. Go to the section that contains the data you want to migrate (like Products, Customers, or Orders), then look for the “Export” option. Choose your preferred file format (typically CSV or XML), then start the export and download the files to your computer.
Step 2. Prepare your data for Magento
Since Magento has specific formatting requirements, you’ll need to adjust your CSV files to match Magento’s structure manually. Open the exported files in Excel or Google Sheets and take time to reformat column headers and data values to align with Magento’s standards.
In general, Magento’s import format for simple products requires columns like:
- sku: Unique identifier (required).
- name: Product name.
- price: Product price.
- description / short_description: HTML or plain text allowed.
- weight: Numeric value (Magento uses this for shipping).
- qty: Quantity in stock.
- is_in_stock: Use 1 for in stock, 0 for out.
- attribute_set_code: Usually Default, unless you created custom ones.
- product_type: simple, configurable, etc.
- visibility: 1 = Not Visible, 4 = Catalog, Search (commonly used).
- status: 1 = Enabled, 2 = Disabled.
Step 3. Import data into Magento
Now, go to your Magento admin panel, then navigate to System > Data Transfer > Import. Then, select the appropriate entity type (such as Products or Customers), upload your modified CSV file, and click “Check Data.”
If there are no errors, you can proceed with the import. If Magento flags any issues, you’ll need to go back and correct them manually.
Step 4. Upload media files separately
Lastly, keep in mind that Magento doesn’t automatically pull product images from your BigCommerce export; you’ll need to upload them manually.
First, collect and organize your image files, then upload them to the appropriate Magento folder (usually /pub/media/import). Most importantly, make sure the file names in your CSV match exactly with the uploaded images so that Magento can link them correctly during the import. And that’s it!
BigCommerce vs Magento: Why Should You Make The Switch?
We’ve just walked through two main ways to migrate your store from BigCommerce to Magento.
Now, before we wrap up, let’s take a closer look at why merchants choose to make the switch in the first place. While both platforms are powerful in their own right, Magento offers several distinct advantages that make it the preferred choice for businesses seeking more control:
Magento is built for deep customization
One of the most important differences to address is that Magento is open-source, while BigCommerce is a SaaS platform.
Specifically, with Magento, you have full access to the source code, which allows you to customize anything from the storefront design to backend operations and create a site tailored exactly to your business needs.
BigCommerce, on the other hand, mostly limits you to what’s available in their system. You can customize themes and settings, but you don’t have access to the core code. As a result, it’s challenging to build deeply personalized features or workflows the same way you can on Magento.
Magento lets you choose and control your hosting environment
Since Magento is open-source (as mentioned), you also own the hosting setup, which means you have the freedom to fine-tune your server environment or switch to a more powerful provider. This advantage is especially valuable during high-traffic events or complex integration projects.
Meanwhile, BigCommerce, as a SaaS platform, handles hosting for you. Though that’s definitely convenient, it also means you’re locked into their systems and their limitations.
Magento has a larger, more robust extension marketplace
At the moment, Magento has a very impressive and versatile extension marketplace (4200+ options). Many advanced capabilities, such as layered navigation, advanced product types, or B2B pricing structures, are either built into Magento or can be added through well-supported extensions. You also have complete control over the extension installation and update process.
How about BigCommerce? While this platform does offer an app store, its selection is smaller (1200+), and the apps are often less customizable.
For a closer look at how these two platforms differ, check out our BigCommerce vs. Magento comparison here.
Migration Pricing
Automated Migration
With the Automated Migration Package, you can run a seamless store migration automatically and accurately using the LitExtension app in only 3 simple steps.
Automated Migration includes:
- Pre-migration
- Data Migration
- Free Migration for Stores With Fewer Than 100 Products, 100 Customers and 100 Orders.
- Manually Perform Migration
- Additional Migration Options are available
- Data Security
- Post-migration
- Customer Support
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 Service
All-in-One Migration is an all-inclusive service. LitExtension experts will handle the migration from start to finish to ensure the best results of your project.
All-in-One Migration Service includes:
- Pre-migration Support
- Data Migration
- Full Migration Implementation
- Free All Additional Migration Options
- Data Security
- Migration Results Testing
- Post-migration
- Customer Support
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.
Frequently Asked Questions for BigCommerce to Magento Migration
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What is BigCommerce to Magento 2 migration?
BigCommerce users can switch to Magento 2 by migrating their data to the new platform. This involves transferring products, customers, orders, and other relevant information to enjoy Magento’s powerful features and functionalities.
How to prevent 404 Not Found Error on my old store after the Magento migration?
Moving from BigCommerce to Magento might involve changes to URLs, potentially causing 404 errors on your old store. LitExtension’s 301 Redirects service simplifies this process by automatically redirecting your old URLs to the new ones on Magento, preventing broken links and ensuring a smooth transition for your users.
Is Magento the same as Adobe Commerce?
Magento is the foundation for Adobe Commerce. Adobe Commerce builds upon Magento’s robust eCommerce features by incorporating Adobe’s tools and capabilities.
Can LitExtension migrate customers password from BigCommerce to Magento?
If you’re moving from BigCommerce to Magento, you might want to know if customer password migration is supported. LitExtension offers support for this process. However, remember that this service is specific to certain migration pairings. Contacting LitExtension’s specialists for personalized guidance is crucial.
Is there a possibility to migrate review ratings from BigCommerce to Magento?
Moving from BigCommerce to Magento might require the transfer of valuable data, including customer reviews. LitExtension can assist you in migrating your product review ratings, ensuring a smooth transition and preserving customer feedback.
Can LitExtension migrate invoices from BigCommerce to Magento?
LitExtension can assist you in migrating your invoices, ensuring a smooth transition and preserving valuable data. However, some limitations in BigCommerce might impact this feature. Consulting with LitExtension’s expert consultants is recommended for more information about your specific case.
Can you migrate CMS pages or Blog posts from BigCommerce to Magento?
Moving from BigCommerce to Magento might require the transfer of valuable content, including CMS pages and blog posts. LitExtension can assist you in migrating titles, descriptions, URLs, images, and categories for your content. However, some limitations in BigCommerce might affect the migration process. Contacting LitExtension for a personalized consultation is recommended.
Leave The Work For The Experts
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Why choose Automated Migration for Magento Migration
3-Step Simplicity
Migrate from BigCommerce to Magento in only 3 simple steps with our automated tool – no coding skills required.
24/7 Expert Support
Get all your questions answered, even on holidays, with our dedicated support team.
Selling While Migrating
Your BigCommerce store stays fully functional during the entire migration – no disruptions, no lost sales, no customer drop-offs.
Data Quality Assurance
Benefit from precise manual testing to ensure accuracy and data integrity throughout your migration.
FREE 60-Day Updates
Keep your data up-to-date with free Re-migrations, Smart Updates, and Recent Migrations within 60 days following the migration start.
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