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Big Cartel to Shopify migration

I move stores from Big Cartel to Shopify, including products, images, customers and content, with 301 redirects from your old URLs to protect your Google rankings. Big Cartel to Shopify migrations start at £495 and usually take 1 to 2 weeks. Your Big Cartel store stays live until launch.

Last updated: October 2026

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What's included

Who it's for: Big Cartel artists and makers who have outgrown product limits and want more features.

  • Products, variants, images and SEO titles
  • Customer records (marketing consent kept where available)
  • Order history where the platform allows export
  • Blog posts and content pages
  • 301 redirects from every important old URL
  • New Shopify theme set up in your brand
  • Payments, shipping and UK VAT
  • Search Console checks after launch
  • Artist and maker product pages restyled for Shopify

How much it costs

Fixed quotes, agreed before work starts. All prices in GBP.

How it works

  1. Audit

    Review your Big Cartel data, URLs and features.

  2. Migrate

    Move data to a new Shopify store.

  3. Redirect

    Map old URLs to new ones.

  4. Launch and monitor

    Switch domain and check rankings.

Why work with me

  • SEO protected with a full redirect map
  • Nothing switched off until the new store is ready
  • Features rebuilt with the fewest possible apps

Frequently asked questions

Is Shopify more expensive than Big Cartel?

Usually a little, but you get far more features. Compare the platforms.

Will I lose my Google rankings?

Not if redirects and content are handled properly. Read how rankings are protected.

Can customers keep their passwords?

No. Passwords can't be transferred, so customers are invited to set a new one.

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Quick answers to the questions UK store owners ask most about this.

How long does a WooCommerce to Shopify migration take?

Most WooCommerce to Shopify migrations take one to three weeks, depending on catalogue size, custom features and whether you're redesigning at the same

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What should I do the day after migrating to Shopify?

Place test orders, check key redirects, submit your sitemap in Search Console, watch for 404 errors, confirm tracking and emails work, and monitor sales and traffic closely for a few

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Should I migrate or rebuild my store from scratch?

Migrate your data if you have many products, customers, orders or rankings to keep. Rebuild from scratch only if the old store has little content or poor data. Most stores migrate data and refresh the

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Will my customers need new passwords after migrating?

Yes. Passwords can't be transferred between platforms for security reasons. Customers get an invitation to set up their account, or use one-time codes with Shopify's newer customer

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