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Magento to Shopify Migration – The Ultimate Guide

- Magento 2, Shopify

Magento 2 Shopify Migration

Out with the old, in with the new? This Magento to Shopify migration guide will help you decide on the right path and guide you through the transition process. But before diving in, let’s take a step back and look at the bigger picture.

Ah, Magento. It’s the “classic car” of the e-commerce world — customizable, flexible, and, for many businesses, a tried-and-true platform. But just like that classic car, it requires regular maintenance and a bit of TLC to keep it running. Shopify, on the other hand, is like that sleek, modern electric vehicle you’ve been eyeing — fast, smooth, and built for the future.

So why make the switch? Shopify is designed to eliminate the technical hassles that often come with Magento. It’s fully hosted, meaning Shopify takes care of the backend (hosting, security, server maintenance), so you don’t have to. This lets you focus on what you love — growing your store and connecting with customers. Shopify’s clean interface, powerful app ecosystem, and dedicated support team have made it a favorite among e-commerce business owners who want to scale without sweating the small stuff.

Migrating your store from Magento to Shopify can feel overwhelming, but you can make it happen smoothly and efficiently with the right tools and approach. That’s where Firebear’s Import & Export tool steps in to simplify the process, ensuring your data transfers without a hitch. Ready to make the leap? Let’s dive in. Continue Reading

Step-by-Step Data Migration from Magento 1 to 2: Best Practices for a Smooth Transition

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Exploring data migration from Magento 1 to Magento 2

Migrating from Magento 1 to Magento 2 is far from a simple task, and relying on the default import/export tool can lead to headaches and inefficiencies. So, how do you ensure a smooth data migration from Magento 1 to 2 without risking data loss? This article has the answers.

We’ll dive into the essential steps for moving your core entities between the two platforms seamlessly, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks. You’ll discover how to transfer everything from products to customers and orders without the usual hassles. Our guide goes beyond the basics, offering tips on handling export tables, preparing attributes for import, and avoiding common pitfalls in the Magento 1 to 2 migration process.

You will learn how to transfer the core entities between the two versions of the platform without sacrificing any data using the Improved Import & Export extension. This tool is perfectly suitable for data transfers between Magento 1 and 2 because it has a couple of advantages over the native importer and exporter. The extension simplifies the Magento migration from 1 to 2, leaving you with only mechanical tasks.

Below, we will introduce you to the module. After that, you will find out how to export products from Magento 1 to Magento 2. Next, we focus on the customer migration from Magento 1 to 2. And, of course, you will learn how to migrate orders between Magento 1 and Magento 2. The article sheds light on such nuances as getting an export table with a corresponding entity out of Magento 1, preparing attributes for import, and transferring everything into your brand-new Magento 2 storefront.

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or new to Magento, we will show you how to master data migration and ensure a smooth transition to Magento 2. Let’s break it down and make your migration journey as frictionless as possible.

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How To Import Customer Passwords To Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Fire development, Magento 2

magento 2 change customer password in database

What if you need to transfer customer data to Magento 2 or change the customer password in a database? For instance, for the sake of data migration from Magento 1 to 2. You may try to use the default import tool to do that. However, it doesn’t let you move all the prospect-related information to your database. For instance, it is impossible to migrate customer passwords from external systems. Attempts to address this problem have been made utilizing numerous approaches. Below, we describe two of them. 

You will learn how to import passwords to Magento 2 from external systems by manually editing your data files. Alternatively, we describe how to import the existing customer data including passwords to your e-commerce website based on the Improved Import & Export extension. Thus, you will learn how to reset customer passwords in a database in Magento 2.

The problem is that the new platform version utilizes an updated algorithm for storing passwords. Hence, users claim that after migrating to Magento 2 from Magento 1, registered prospects have to re-enter their passwords on a new website. 

If editing passwords manually fixes the problem caused by Magento version discrepancy, Improved Import & Export dramatically extends the application sphere for customer data import. The module lets you transfer information about registered buyers from any external platform automatically with any number of unsupported attributes, including new customer passwords and the existing hash values of customer account passwords. For further useful tips, check our Cookbook. Continue Reading

A Complete Guide to Shopify Customer Import

- Shopify

Shopify customer import

Welcome to our guide to Shopify customer import. If you have a customer list that you want to use in Shopify, you’ve come to the right place. If you want to export a customer list, edit it, and then re-import it to your e-commerce website, you will find out how to do that below. It is also possible to use a customer CSV template to build a new customer list. You will lern that below. 

Like every data transfer, Shopify customer import starts with a CSV template. After exploring its components, we proceed to the default import procedure. In addition to that, you will learn how to import customers to Shopify with the help of our Import & Export Tool. Without any further delay, let’s get started.  Continue Reading

Advanced Shopify Import: How to Import Files to Shopify from URL

- Our extensions, Shopify

Today, we continue our exploration of different ways to import files to Shopify. This time, we’d like to introduce you to Shopify URL import. This approach allows you to seamlessly transfer data from any publicly available URL, providing a more efficient alternative to the traditional manual file uploads. To achieve this, you’ll need to install the Firebear Import & Export Tool, which will supersede the standard Shopify data transfer method, unlocking previously unavailable features. Below, you will learn how to import products to Shopify from a URL. Also, our application enables Shopify customer import from a URL, and support for other entities is coming soon. We will teach you how to transfer your update with different file formats and automate imports entirely with the help of schedules and mapping. Be sure to explore our Shopify Cookbook for additional valuable insights and tips to enhance your Shopify experience. Continue Reading

How to Export Custom Fields from Shopware 6

- Our extensions, Shopware

Shopware 6 import and export application

Custom fields are the hidden gems of your Shopware 6 e-commerce arsenal. They let you customize your online store to perfectly fit your specific business requirements, offering a world of opportunities that enhance your products, engage your customers, and fine-tune your operations. In this article, we will teach you how to export custom fields in your Shopware 6 store. You will learn how to harness this powerful instrument to your advantage, providing you with the insights you need to supercharge your business and elevate your e-commerce performance. So, get ready to embark on this journey that empowers you with complete control over Shopware 6 custom fields. You will learn what Shopware custom fields are, how to manage them, and how to export custom fields from Shopware 6. Also, don’t forget to peruse our Shopware Cookbook to discover more useful materials about the ecosystem.  Continue Reading

The Ultimate Guide to Shopify Export

- E-Commerce, Shopify

Shopify import products, customers, inventory, orders

Every reputable e-commerce platform has features for import and export built right in. They typically fall short of being an all-encompassing solution that can address any company need, though. Due to this, agencies develop third-party instruments to fill in the gaps between the platform’s objective reality and merchant needs. Shopify, what about it? What solutions for data transport does it provide? What trustworthy options are now present in the ecosystem? 

This Shopify export guide will show you what data transfer features are available and how to make the most of them. Let’s first examine the system’s built-in traits before moving on to the most effective third-party solution that handles any data transfer issues and makes it possible for any Shopify export customizations – Firebear Improved Import & Export App for Shopify.

Below, you will learn about the basic export capabilities of Shopify. We describe how to transfer products from your e-commerce website along with other entities. You will also learn how to export orders from Shopify or create a CSV with your customers or discount codes. In addition to that, we provide CSV file structures required for these entities. The same tutorials are available for import processes. We teach how to import inventory, customers, and orders to Shopify here: the Ultimate Guide to Shopify Import Continue Reading

Exploring Shopware: How to Create Customers in Shopware 6

- E-Commerce, Shopware

Now, let’s talk about Shopware 6 customers. Both system’s admin and storefront sections provide broad possibilities here. In the following article, we shed light on where to find all the registered buyers, how to view/edit your clients, and how to add Shopware 6 customers. You will find out how to manage general information about your clients, including their addresses and orders. The system allows for a comfortable administration of your client base. You get a view of all the relevant data and various possibilities related to editing. Furthermore, you can make it even more simple with the Improved Import & Export extension. We also describe this process below.
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How to export customers with custom attributes in Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Fire development, Magento 2, Uncategorized

Magento 2 export CLI

We continue sifting the endless StackExchange desert in an attempt to discover the most helpful discussion. This time, our attention has been captured by an export-related issue. Transferring customer data from Magento 2 has never been a problem. Unless you change something. In this StackExchange discussion, the author created a custom attribute before moving prospect data from the website. However, the default export tool failed to satisfy the designated business requirements. 

Below, we shed light on how to fix the problem and export customers with custom attributes in Magento 2. We provide the solution from the StackExchange discussion. You will find a method that helped its author export customers with custom attributes from Magento 2. Note that it requires coding experience to be implemented. Thus, non-technical users won’t be able to satisfy similar business goals with this approach. Therefore, we also deliver an absolutely different way of transferring any custom buyer data from Magento 2 based on the Improved Import & Export module. The tool lets you work with any custom attributes and also delivers numerous other features that simplify data transfer processes.
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Magento 2 SAP Business One Integration: How to Synchronize Customer Groups Between The Two Systems

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento 2 SAP Business One Connector

The following blog post covers the topic of customer groups in Magento 2 and SAP Business One. Below, you will find how the entity is represented in the two systems. Besides, we shed light on how to import/export customer groups between Magento 2 and SAP Business One. The leading provider of ERP and CRM services often becomes a reliable pillar for Magento 2 businesses. It lets merchants automate and simplify various routine processes with the help of innovative and intelligent tools it offers. However, you cannot just integrate them with your e-commerce website. The SAP Business One Magento 2 integration requires some attention. If you don’t know how to import/export customer groups between Magento 2 and SAP Business One, check this article.  Continue Reading