PrestaShop migrations planned around data, compatibility and continuity
A migration is more than copying products. I assess data, URLs, modules, integrations, theme behaviour and operational risk before defining the upgrade path.
What the migration plan covers
The route depends on the current platform and target version. Older stores often need selective replacement rather than carrying every legacy customisation forward.
- Catalogue, customer and order data mapping
- Module and integration compatibility
- Theme rebuild or adaptation
- Redirects, SEO checks and launch rollback
Rehearse before the final move
A representative migration should be tested away from production. Final launch then focuses on the data delta, validation and a documented decision point for rollback.
Scope after an audit
Migration estimates depend on data volume, source quality and custom code. I start with an audit or discovery phase where uncertainty is significant.
Useful answers before we start
Can you upgrade a PrestaShop 1.7 store?
Yes, subject to a review of its exact version, theme, modules, overrides, PHP requirements and data quality.
Will existing SEO URLs be preserved?
Preservation and redirects are included in migration planning, but the final mapping depends on the old and new catalogue structures.
Can the store stay open during migration?
Usually the preparation happens while the existing store remains live. A controlled final sync or maintenance window may be needed at launch.