How the Migration Works
Development Service
Shopify
Migration
Move from WooCommerce, Wix, BigCommerce, or any other platform to Shopify — without losing your SEO rankings, customer data, or order history. Full migration handled end-to-end, with 3 months of post-launch support included.
Fixed price agreed before work starts · Scope-dependent · No surprise overages
Get a Free Migration Quote15-min call · Scope confirmed · Fixed quote sent same day
- Zero Downtime Cutover
- DNS switched only when the new store is fully QA'd and ready. No rushed go-live.
- SEO Preserved via 301 Redirects
- Every old URL mapped before go-live. Rankings don't drop because redirects were missed.
- Customer & Order History Migrated
- Your customer records and order data come with you — nothing left behind on the old platform.
- 3 Months Post-Launch Support
- Questions, tweaks, and post-migration issues handled for 3 months without extra charges.
What's Included
Everything needed for a clean migration
From data transfer to post-launch support — the full scope in one fixed price.
Full Data Migration
Products, variants, collections, metafields, customer records, and order history transferred accurately. No manual re-entry, no missing records.
SEO Preservation
Complete URL mapping and 301 redirect implementation before launch. Meta titles, descriptions, and canonical tags carried over so Google doesn't lose your site.
Theme Setup
Either an off-the-shelf Shopify theme configured to match your brand, or a custom-built theme if your design requires it — scoped and priced upfront.
Apps & Integrations
Existing third-party tools (email, reviews, loyalty, analytics) reconnected on the new platform. Where a direct equivalent isn't available, a Shopify-native alternative is recommended.
QA & Pre-Launch Testing
Full checkout flow tested, payment methods verified, inventory counts checked, and mobile experience reviewed before any DNS changes are made.
3 Months Post-Launch Support
Three months of included support after go-live. Bug fixes, redirect corrections, integration issues, and anything that surfaces after launch — handled without an invoice.
Why Switch
Why stores migrate to Shopify
The same reasons come up again and again in every pre-migration call.
Faster Checkout, Higher Conversion
Shopify's native checkout is built for conversion. Fewer steps, Shop Pay autofill, and a consistent experience across devices that most other platforms can't match without expensive custom work.
No More Plugin Maintenance
WooCommerce and similar platforms require constant plugin updates, conflict management, and hosting oversight. Shopify handles infrastructure so you can focus on selling.
Built-In Performance
Shopify's CDN, hosting, and caching are handled for you. Most stores see measurable Core Web Vitals improvements within weeks of migrating from self-hosted platforms.
Shopify's App Ecosystem
Reviews, subscriptions, loyalty programs, upsells, bundles — there's a vetted app for almost everything, and most integrate in minutes without custom development.
Why Stargazer Studio
Migration done right, not just done fast
Here's how we compare to the typical alternatives.
| Stargazer Studio | DIY / Shopify Tools | Large Agency | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Price Upfront | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 301 Redirects Included | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Customer & Order History | ✓ | Partial | ✓ |
| Theme Customisation | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Post-Launch Support | 3 months included | ✗ | Paid retainer |
| Direct Developer Access | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Turnaround | ~1 week | DIY timeline | 4–12 weeks |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my Google rankings when I migrate?
Not if the migration is done properly. The main risk is missing 301 redirects — when old URLs disappear without forwarding, Google drops the pages. Every migration I do includes a full URL map and redirect implementation before DNS cutover, so your existing rankings are preserved.
What platforms can you migrate from?
WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Wix, Squarespace, Magento, PrestaShop, and custom-built stores are the most common. If you're on something else, get in touch — most platforms can be migrated with the right tooling.
Will my store go down during the migration?
No. The new Shopify store is fully built and QA'd on a staging environment before any DNS changes happen. Your current store stays live until the new one is ready. The DNS cutover itself typically takes a few minutes.
What happens to my customer accounts and order history?
Customer records and order history are included in the migration scope. Customers will need to set a new password on the Shopify store (Shopify sends a reset email automatically), but their account data and purchase history will be there.
How is the price determined?
Scope is the main factor — catalogue size, number of redirects needed, whether a theme needs to be built or just configured, and complexity of integrations. I'll give you a fixed price on the discovery call, and that number doesn't change unless the scope changes.
What does the 3-month support cover?
Bugs, redirect corrections, integration issues, and any problems that surface post-launch. It doesn't cover new feature development or design changes — but anything that's a direct result of the migration is handled without billing.
Ready to Make the Move?
Get a free migration quote today.
15-minute call to scope your migration. Fixed price confirmed the same day, work starts when you're ready.
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