BigCommerce to Shopify Migration

BigCommerce to Shopify migrations lose rankings when URL structures change without a redirect plan, and lose revenue when integrations are reconnected after go-live instead of before. Shero has migrated BigCommerce stores to Shopify Plus for clients including Memphis Drum Shop and Painful Pleasures, with SEO, data, and integrations transferred intact.

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Shopify Premier Partner

16+

Years in business

500+

Projects Delivered

50+

Team Members

98%

Client Retention

40+

Shopify migrations delivered

From BigCommerce, Magento, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, and custom platforms to Shopify and Shopify Plus

16+

years in eCommerce migration

BigCommerce and multi-platform migration experience as a Shopify Premier Partner since 2009

6-12

weeks typical migration timeline

Most BigCommerce to Shopify migrations launch within 6-12 weeks. Complex B2B builds with ERP integrations run longer.

98%

client retention post-launch

Most Shero clients continue working with the team after launch on support, development, and marketing programs

"Working with the Shero team was professional, efficient, and inspiring. We were impressed by the level of communication and organization regarding the planning and implementation of our project. The development team was extremely competent and provided solid solutions."

Shaun Carman, eCommerce Manager, Memphis Drum Shop

What a BigCommerce to Shopify migration covers

Shero manages BigCommerce to Shopify migrations end-to-end: catalog and data transfer, SEO redirect mapping, theme development, integration rebuild, and post-launch monitoring. Every migration starts with an audit of the BigCommerce store. Nothing moves without a plan for how it lands on Shopify and performs after launch.

  • BigCommerce catalog and data migration
  • SEO redirect mapping and monitoring
  • Theme development or customization
  • Integration rebuild for Shopify APIs
  • B2B account and catalog migration
  • Post-launch performance monitoring

Why brands choose Shero for BigCommerce to Shopify migration

BigCommerce and Shopify have different URL structures, catalog models, and integration architectures. A migration team that knows both platforms makes better decisions about what transfers directly and what needs rebuilding.

01

BigCommerce URL mapping done before go-live

BigCommerce uses a different URL structure to Shopify. Every existing URL needs a 301 redirect to its Shopify equivalent before launch. Shero maps the full URL set in discovery and implements redirects before the DNS cutover, not after rankings drop.

02

Catalog model differences handled correctly

BigCommerce product variants, custom fields, and category structures do not map directly to Shopify's product model. Shero audits the BigCommerce catalog before migration and designs the Shopify taxonomy so products, collections, and metafields are structured correctly on arrival.

03

Integrations rebuilt for Shopify, not repointed

ERP, PIM, and marketing integrations built on BigCommerce's API do not transfer to Shopify. Shero rebuilds each integration for Shopify's architecture during the migration project so they are live from go-live, not reconnected weeks later.

04

B2B configuration migrated, not rebuilt from scratch

If the BigCommerce store has wholesale pricing, account tiers, or buyer-specific catalogs, Shero designs the equivalent Shopify Plus B2B configuration during discovery. B2B functionality is live from day one, not added as a second phase after launch.

05

Theme built for Shopify's architecture, not cloned from BigCommerce

Copying a BigCommerce theme design into Shopify without rebuilding the code produces a slow, hard-to-maintain store. Shero builds the Shopify theme natively, preserving the design direction while using Shopify's Liquid and component architecture correctly.

06

Post-launch monitoring for 90 days

Ranking drops and crawl errors after a migration are normal if left unmonitored. Shero monitors rankings, redirect coverage, and crawl health for 90 days post-launch and resolves issues before they have lasting impact.

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Drums and percussion instruments

Memphis Drum Shop

Memphis Drum Shop is a premier destination for drummers, offering a vast selection of drums, cymbals, and percussion instruments. Looking to reduce costs and modernize their platform, the brand partnered with Shero to migrate from Magento to Shopify with seamless ERP integration and custom browsing features.

Memphis Drum Shop
Body jewelry and tattoo supplies

Painful Pleasures

Painful Pleasures is a long-standing supplier of body jewelry and tattoo supplies with a catalog of 40,000+ products. The brand partnered with Shero to complete a stalled Magento to Shopify migration and deliver the complex custom features their business depends on.

Painful Pleasures
Sports equipment for lacrosse and field hockey

STX

STX Sporting Goods is a leading global manufacturer of innovative sports equipment and apparel, catering to athletes and enthusiasts in lacrosse, field hockey, and other team sports. Renowned for its cutting-edge technology and premium products, STX sought to revamp its digital presence to align with its reputation for excellence.

STX
Musical instruments and audio equipment

Alto Music

A long-standing musical instrument retailer with a loyal customer base, Alto Music partnered with Shero to migrate from Magento 2 to Shopify, preserving their beloved Altobucks loyalty program and delivering a more manageable, cost-effective platform without sacrificing any of the features their customers loved.

Alto Music

Most BigCommerce to Shopify migrations launch in 6-12 weeks. We scope the redirect plan and integration requirements before quoting.

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How Shero manages BigCommerce to Shopify migrations

01

Discovery: Audit and Gap Analysis

We audit the BigCommerce store: catalog structure, URL set, integrations, B2B configuration, and custom functionality. We identify what transfers directly, what needs rebuilding, and where the migration risks are.

02

Architecture: Shopify Store Design

We design the Shopify catalog taxonomy, collection structure, URL mapping, and integration specifications. B2B account and catalog design is completed at this stage for stores with wholesale requirements.

03

Build: Migration and Theme

We migrate the catalog and customer data, build the Shopify theme, rebuild integrations for Shopify's API, and implement 301 redirects. All workstreams run in parallel against a fixed timeline.

04

UAT: Full Validation

We validate the migrated catalog against the BigCommerce source, test every integration, check redirect coverage across the full URL set, and confirm performance targets are met before go-live approval.

05

Launch: Cutover and Monitoring

DNS cutover is executed with the BigCommerce store live until the last moment. Shero monitors rankings, crawl errors, and redirect performance in the first 72 hours after go-live.

06

Post-Launch: 90-Day Monitoring

Shero monitors organic rankings, crawl health, and conversion performance for 90 days. Most clients transition into an ongoing support engagement with the same team that ran the migration.

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What our clients say.

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Painful Pleasures

"Our journey from Magento to Shopify was riddled with complexities and challenges. With a vast catalog and intricate B2B logic, we needed expertise that could navigate through these intricacies. Shero Commerce was our beacon. They not only provided innovative solutions but also utilized their vast Magento knowledge to bridge gaps in Shopify’s native features. Now, our platform is seamless, our costs are reduced, and the headaches are a thing of the past. A heartfelt thank you to the Shero team!"

Patrick Rice

CEO / Painful Pleasures

STX

"Since partnering with Shero Commerce, our eCommerce revenue has grown by 200%. Their 24/7 support and innovative solutions have been game-changers for our business."

James McKenna

Senior Commerce & CX Manager / STX

GEN-Y Hitch

"This has been the most impressive vendor partnership I have experienced. Every meeting felt purposeful, every milestone was clear, and the process was incredibly well-supported from start to finish. Shero delivered a seamless Shopify migration."

Kendra Borkholder

Kendra Borkholder - Operations Support / GEN-Y Hitch

Memphis Drum Shop

"Working with the Shero team was professional, efficient, and inspiring. The Shero development team was extremely competent and provided solid solutions for our needs, as well as addressing any bugs or issues that arose during the process. Working with Shero exclusively through video technology was a new concept for our team that forced us to embrace modern methods of communication that will likely benefit our future relationships and business endeavors."

Shaun Carman

eCommerce Manager / Memphis Drum Shop

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