Universal OpenCart migration checklist

1. Universal OpenCart Migration Checklist

2. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Your ultimate DIY migration checklist Use this step-by-step checklist to keep track of your migration progress and maximize the chances of a successful migration. Pre-Migration steps Decide on the platform you want to host your business Pause your new store from search engine indexing Find the stores’ access credentials Audit your current store database Consider the new store design Migration itself Connect your existing & new stores Select the data entities to migrate Customize the migration Map the corresponding fields Run a Demo migration Check Demo migration results Launch the Full migration Post-Migration steps Perform a post-migration data audit Check your SEO configurations Prepare email notifications Transfer customers’ passwords Expand the new store Test your new store 2

3. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Table of contents Table of contents Introduction 4 Pre-Migration recommendations 5 Languages 5 Taxes 5 Plugins 5 Hosting 6 Migration itself 7 Account selection step (only for partners) 7 Stores setup step 7 Entities & extra options selection step 8 Fields mapping step 13 Demo migration step 14 Full migration step 17 Post-Migration suggestions 18 Bottom line 19 3

4. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Introduction Introduction OpenCart migration is quite a complex and challenging experience even for high-skilled developers, not to mention do-it-yourselfers. However, with proper planning and the right tools at hand - the time and money spendings can be decreased significantly. So, take your time to go through this step- by-step transfer checklist to ensure your OpenCart migration will be seamless and trouble-free. 4

5. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Pre-Migration recommendations Pre-Migration recommendations No matter what migration method/tool you use, consider the following steps and make the recommended configurations. It will help you minimise any potential risk during the migration. Languages Set up the language of your Source store data on the new OpenCart store. Taxes If taxes are used on the Source store, configure them on the new OpenCart store using the same settings. Plugins If plugin installation is required before data transfer, you’ll be prompted about that on the Migration Wizard. If you have plugins that affect the eCommerce data performance (especially if it is a change in the structure of the database or API), you should: contact the Support Team consider buying a Data Migration Service Package If you’re not sure whether the Source store plugins are affecting the overall data performance, it is recommended to and check the result. run Demo migration 5

6. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Pre-Migration recommendations Hosting Migration speed depends on the web hosting, so choose the proper hosting plan. Keep in mind that? ? a lot of data requires more external memory on the hosting? ? platform complexity requires more CPU power and more RAM. Make sure the Cart2Cart IPs are added to the white list. How can I add Cart2Cart IPs to the white list? Disable the server settings that may block access to the bridge or the entire store? ? It can be, e.g. FireWall. 6

7. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Migration itself There’s a lot of information provided on the Cart2Cart Migration Wizard - just pay attention to the instructions (hints) displayed on the right side (hover the mouse over the required field and read the explanation). Also, don’t forget about the FAQs - there, you’ll also find your specific migration-related questions answered. Account selection step (only for partners) If you're partnering with Cart2Cart and want to create a migration for a client, choose a sub-account linked to that partner to proceed with the data transfer to OpenCart. Stores setup step When migrating to OpenCart, you’ll be asked to provide: ? Store Admin URL - enter the domain URL of the new OpenCart store? ? Admin credentials - provide the admin login and password of the OpenCart store. You can store to see how it works. But? run a free Demo migration to the Cart2Cart OpenCart test ? Only demo migration can be performed to the test store, not Full? ? You’re only required to tick the checkbox and select OpenCart as the platform to migrate to. Once the Demo is finished, you’ll be provided with the admin access credentials so that you can see the result of the Demo transfer. 7

8. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Entities & extra options selection step Cart2Cart has all the necessary functionality to migrate every possible eСommerce data type and its accompanying attributes to the OpenCart platform. So, specify the entities you want to transfer by ticking the matching checkboxes or click on the All Entities checkbox to get all the data automatically migrated to the new OpenCart store. You’ll see notices about necessary plugins. Their installation is optional but desirable if you need the appropriate entities to be transferred. Entities that can be migrated to OpenCart via Cart2Cart: ? Cost? PRODUCTS ? Name, ID, SKU, Full Description, Status, Manufacturer, Tax Class? ? Price, Special Price, Special Price From-To Date, Sale Price, Sale Price From-To Date, Tier Price? ? URL, Meta Title, Meta Keywords, Meta Description? ? Product Image, Additional Images? ? Quantity, Stock Availability, Manage Stock, Stock Status? ? Weight, Width, Height, Depth? ? Related Products, Product Tags, EAN-13, UPC? ? Options (Name, Price), Product Attributes (Name, Values)? ? Product Variants (Additional image)? ? Downloadable Products (Files, Max Downloads). 8

9. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself ? Name, ID, Description, Status? PRODUCT CATEGORIES ? URL, Meta Title, Meta Description, Meta Keywords? ? Category Images. ? ID, First Name, Last Name, Email, Telephone Customer Group, Newsletter, Gender, Date of Birth, Passwords, Created Date, Status? CUSTOMERS ? Customer Billing Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code)? ? Customer Shipping Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code). ? Name, Manufacturer Images. MANUFACTURERS ? Tax Class (Name, Tax Name, Rate, Description), Tax Rates (Country, Tax Name, Type, Percent) TAXES ? ID, First Name, Last Name, Email, Customer Group, Telephone, Newsletter, Gender, Date of Birth, Passwords, Created Date, Status? CUSTOMERS ? Customer Billing Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code)? ? Customer Shipping Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code). ? Payment method name, Shipping method name. ORDERS 9

10. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself ? ID, Order Date, Order Status, Order Products (Name, SKU, Option), Custom Order Status, Product Price, Quantity, SubTotal Price, Discount Price, Tax Price, Shipping Price, Total Price, Order Comments, Order Status History? ? Customer Name, Email, Telephone, Billing Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone)? ? Shipping Address (First Name, Last Name, Company, Address 1, Address 2, Country, State, City, Zip Code, Telephone, Fax). ? Name, Status, Coupon Code, Coupon Date, Coupon From Date, Coupon To Date, Uses Per Coupon, Uses Per Customer, Type Discount, Discount Amount, Total available, Minimum Spent, Product, Category, Coupon Expire Date. COUPONS ? Created Date, Status, Rate, User Name, Description, Comment, Product. REVIEWS ? Yes. MULTISTORE ? Yes. MULTIPLE LANGUAGES Cart2Cart offers a list of additional options that allow you to expand the migration possibilities. They make the process of data transfer flawless and the results accurate. Before ordering the additional options, you should note that? ? Additional options are not obligatory and can be performed only upon your request. 10

11. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself ? Additional options are not included in the migration cost and are also charged. The most popular migration add-ons among store owners include: Clear current data on the OpenCart store before migration 1 Upon activation, the option deletes the data on your new OpenCart store in compliance with the entities selected for the automated migration. For example: if you’re migrating “Products” and “Taxes” entities, this function will delete such entities on your new OpenCart store before starting the transfer. Clear current data The option is irreversible. It is recommended to back up your eCommerce data manually before enabling this action for your store. Simply export data to CSV files and save them on your PC. 11

12. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Preserve product/category/customer/ order IDs on the Target store 2 This function provides the ability to migrate product/category/customer/order IDs to the OpenCart store without making changes. For instance, product/category/ customer/order #13 in your Source store will be moved to the OpenCart store as product/category/customer/order #13. This requires another option - Clear current data on OpenCart store before migration. It helps to ensure accuracy and avoid duplication in case your OpenCart store is not clean and already has some items on it. Migrate categories and products SEO URLs 3 If activated, the function preserves the store products and categories URLs while migrating from your current store to the new OpenCart platform. Moreover, it facilitates the post-migration store management process and saves product search engine rankings. Migrate images from product descriptions, category descriptions, and blog post descriptions 4 It allows migrating images contained in product descriptions and category descriptions from your Source cart to the OpenCart platform alongside other data. 12

13. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Fields mapping step Connect the data fields from your current store to the respective data fields in the new OpenCart store. Doing this minimises the potential for errors and standardises your data, making it easier to understand it by correlating it with identities - for instance. When migrating to OpenCart, you can map the following: Order statuses If the Orders entity is selected. Customer groups If the Customers entity is selected. Stores If there is a Multistore entity in your Source or Target stores. 13

14. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Demo migration step While it is possible to skip the Demo, we strongly recommend against it. A Demo is simply a demonstration of the service in action aimed at showing users the basic functionality of the migration tool. You can set up the service, see how it works with a limited number of items, and make sure it is suitable for your needs. It is essentially a “minimised” trial version of the Full data migration. Demo migration can be utilised an unlimited number of times until you’re satisfied with the outcome (it’s free). The process takes 10 to 30 minutes and allows you to transfer up to 10 products, customers, orders, and other data related to them. Once you migrate the specified data, you will get an email notification with a link to your new cart. If you want to preserve the store configurations integrated while in Demo mode, you can transfer them during the Full migration phase. Don’t close your browser window when the Demo migration is in progress. You can minimise your browser window if you need to work on something else while the Demo migration completes. 14

15. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration Itself If the Demo has been completed, you’ll see the following information displayed on your Migration Wizard: Details about the transferred entities, with links to your current and new OpenCart stores. Entity counts and additional options list. Total migration price. At this point, you can also choose the Migration Insurance plan. There are with different prices and different conditions for remigration. The "No insurance" option is also offered. three types of Insurance, If you are happy with the outcome, you can proceed with the Full migration. If the Demo helped you detect some issues, contact the and we will help you fix them before starting the Full migration. Team, Cart2Cart Support 15

16. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself How to check demo migration results Once your free Demo migration is finalised, you will receive an email alert. To check the results on your new store, go back to the Migration Wizard and follow the listed URLs to see what they look like on OpenCart? ? On the front page of the shop (if the migrated entity is to be displayed there)? ? In the categories that were moved, an? ? In the search results by title. When done, log in to the admin panel of the new OpenCart store and check out how your entities are displayed from the backend. Once you’re satisfied with the outcome, you can proceed with the Full migration. If the Demo flagged some issues, contact the to get everything resolved before embarking on the Full migration. Team Cart2Cart Support Support team 16

17. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Migration itself Full migration step Once you initiate the data migration transfer to OpenCart, you’ll first need to fund your account balance and then finish the data migration to your new store. Keep in mind that you only pay for the data you transfer — you won’t be charged any additional fees. The Migration details section shows a variety of migration information. You can also choose the ,  services at this step by clicking the matching buttons. Note that the Smart Update option is available for partners only. Recent Remigration Smart Update , or 17

18. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Post-Migration suggestions Post-Migration suggestions Even if you’ve gone through the migration procedure seamlessly and everything appears to be error-free, take the time to check whether all the data has been accurately imported to the new OpenCart platform. Check each transferred entity, taking into account the data of the entity itself (e.g., in products: name, descriptions, prices, discounts, etc.) and links to categories, brands, reviews, etc. We recommend comparing the fields of each particular entity on the admin side of the current and new OpenCart stores. 18

19. Universal OpenCart migration checklist Bottom line Bottom line This Universal OpenCart Migration Checklist covers all the critical points to keep in mind when migrating to OpenCart eCommerce software. If any additional questions arise during the migration process, do not hesitate to We’ll be more than happy to help. contact us. 19

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