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Shopify All-in-One Migration
Thinking about moving to Shopify or Shopify Plus? Let us make it easy for you. Whether you're a small business or a big brand, our team of Shopify migration specialists is here to ensure a smooth, hassle-free transition. We handle all the details so you can focus on what you do best – growing your business.
Effortless Migration
Your store, your way
Say goodbye to bugs and technical headaches, and say hello to Shopify—the world’s leading e-commerce platform powering thousands of businesses globally. With our all-in-one migration service, you can seamlessly transition to a user-friendly, reliable platform and focus on scaling your business. We handle every aspect of your migration, including business and UX design, customer data retention, SEO preservation, third-party integrations, URL redirects, and custom theme builds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Store Migration to Shopify FAQ
Below are some key questions we often get, along with insights.
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Migrating your online store to Shopify offers a range of benefits, including a user-friendly interface, powerful customization options, and a vast ecosystem of apps and integrations. Shopify is designed to scale with your business, making it ideal for both small startups and large enterprises. In the Nordic region, where e-commerce is highly competitive, Shopify provides the tools you need to stay ahead, from advanced SEO features to seamless payment gateways.
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Shopify is the platform of choice for many successful Nordic brands like Db Journey, and AutoSock, which have leveraged its capabilities to grow internationally while maintaining strong local presences. -
We can migrate your store from a variety of platforms to Shopify, including WooCommerce, Magento, BigCommerce, Wix, and custom-built CMSs. Our expertise ensures that all your data, including product listings, customer information, and order history, is transferred accurately and securely.
Here are a few platforms we’ve successfully migrated:
- WordPress & WooCommerce
- Magento / Adobe Commerce
- Prestashop
- BigCommerce
- Abicart / Textalk
- Quickbutik
- Nyehandel
- Jetshop
- Norce
- Storm Commerce
- Centra
- Mystore.no
- Wikinggruppen
- Askås
- Viskan
- Vendre
- Litium
- Kodmyran
- Vilkas
- MyCashflow
- Geins / Carismar
- E37
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In the Nordics, WooCommerce and Magento are among the most commonly used platforms for e-commerce. Migrating to Shopify from these platforms can streamline your operations and offer better scalability as your business grows. -
We follow a thorough migration process divided into phases, to ensure a smooth transition. This includes migration data mapping, testing, and quality assurance to ensure everything from product data to customer information is accurately transferred. We also ensure that your new Shopify store is optimized for performance and ready to launch with minimal downtime.
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During migration, we also take care of setting up local payment gateways like Klarna, Swish, Vipps and MobilePay, which is widely used across the Nordic region, ensuring a seamless payment experience for your customers. -
The timeline for migrating to Shopify depends on the complexity of your current platform and the amount of data to be transferred. Typically, a migration can take anywhere from two to twelve weeks. At Iggy, we provide a clear timeline and keep you informed throughout the process to ensure your business experiences minimal disruption.
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Planning your migration during slower business periods, such as post-holiday seasons, can minimize the impact on your sales and customer experience. -
SEO is a critical factor during migration, and we take every precaution to preserve your existing SEO rankings. This includes setting up proper redirects (including languages, currencies, markets, etc.), maintaining URL structures, transferring meta tags and product data, and optimizing your Shopify store for SEO from the start. We also assist in submitting the new sitemap.xml to Google Search Console after launch to ensure your new URLs get indexed. Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition without losing any of the search engine visibility you’ve worked hard to achieve.
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According to industry research, properly managed migrations typically see little to no drop in SEO performance. In some cases, moving to Shopify can even improve your SEO due to better site performance and mobile optimization. -
Yes, we can migrate all your existing product listings, customer data, and order history to Shopify. We use automated tools and manual checks to ensure that all data is transferred accurately and securely, minimizing the risk of errors.
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Shopify supports multi-language and multi-currency setups, which is particularly beneficial for Nordic businesses looking to expand across Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland. With built-in tools like Shopify Markets for handling local currencies and Shopify Translate & Adapt for translating content, Shopify helps businesses offer a seamless shopping experience across borders, meeting local consumer expectations and improving competitiveness in cross-border trade. -
Your existing website remains live during the migration process. We work on the new Shopify store in a staging environment, allowing you to continue operating your current store without interruption. Once the migration is complete and thoroughly tested, we switch your domain to the new Shopify store with minimal downtime.
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Using a staging environment during migration is a best practice that helps prevent any potential disruptions to your business operations and ensures that the new site is fully functional before going live.
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Data security is our top priority during the migration process. We use encrypted data transfers and comply with GDPR regulations to ensure that your customer information, order history, and other sensitive data are protected throughout the migration. We are also open to signing an NDA with your company to ensure that your data remains in safe hands during the migration project.
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Shopify is fully compliant with GDPR, which is crucial for businesses operating in the Nordics, where data privacy is a significant concern. This ensures that your business adheres to the strict data protection laws in the region. -
Yes, we specialize in migrating stores to Shopify Plus, which is ideal for larger enterprises and B2B-stores with high traffic and complex requirements. Shopify Plus offers advanced features such as custom checkout options, automation tools, and dedicated support, making it a perfect fit for businesses looking to scale.
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Shopify Plus is used by some of the largest brands in the Nordics, including Gymshark and ESSNCE, which benefit from its robust infrastructure and scalability. -
The cost of migrating to Shopify depends on several factors, including the size of your store, the complexity of your current platform, product catalogue, number of categories, and the level of customization required. At Iggy, we provide transparent pricing and work with you to ensure the migration fits within your budget.
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Many businesses in the Nordics find that the long-term benefits of using Shopify, such as lower maintenance costs and increased sales, quickly outweigh the initial investment of migrating platform. -
While a complete redesign is not always necessary, we often recommend updating your store's design to take full advantage of Shopify’s features and to ensure a seamless user experience. We work with you to decide whether to maintain your current design language or refresh it to align with best practices and your brand's evolution.
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Many Nordic businesses choose to refresh their store design during migration to better reflect their brand’s identity and to meet the high design standards expected by consumers in the region. -
Yes, we can integrate many of your current apps and tools with Shopify, ensuring that your store continues to function smoothly after migration. We also help identify and implement any new apps that may enhance your store’s performance on Shopify.
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Shopify’s App Store includes over 8,000 apps, including many tailored to the Nordic market, such as PostNord and Ingrid for shipping, Nosto for personalization, and Klarna for payments. These tools help businesses offer localized services, improving the shopping experience for customers across Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland. -
After the migration is complete, we provide ongoing support and optimization to ensure your new Shopify store runs smoothly. This includes troubleshooting, updates, and optimization services to help you get the most out of your Shopify store. We’re here to assist with any challenges you may face post-migration.
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Ongoing support is crucial for maintaining your store’s performance and adapting to new market trends. At Iggy, we offer continuous support tailored to the needs of Nordic businesses, helping you stay competitive in a fast-evolving market. -
Yes, as a certified Shopify Partner, we have extensive experience in platform migrations to Shopify and Shopify Plus. We have successfully migrated numerous stores from various platforms, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption. Our deep understanding of both Shopify and the specific needs of Nordic businesses makes us a trusted partner for your migration project.
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Iggy is known in the industry as one of the leading Shopify migration experts in the Nordics, helping businesses of all sizes transition to a platform that supports their growth and scalability.