Database
I make a backup copy, prepare mapping and transfer products, categories, attributes, prices, customers, addresses, orders and other agreed data.
Migrate Magento 1 to Magento 2 without Losing Control over Sales
I migrate Magento 1 stores to Magento 2, including data, integrations, features and SEO. I plan the project so the legacy store continues trading until a controlled cutover.
Magento 2 is not an update installed on Magento 1. It is a new platform, so the frontend, extensions and bespoke code must be verified and implemented in a technology compatible with the current version of the system.
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The decision to change
Magento 1 Is No Longer a Safe Base for Further Development
Official support for Magento 1 ended in 2020. The lack of security updates and the decreasing availability of developed extensions mean that maintaining the store requires more and more workarounds over time.
Replatforming to Magento 2 creates a cleaner architecture and rebuilds only the features the business needs. It also improves performance, the mobile experience, the customer journey and day-to-day store operations.
I define the Magento 2 delivery scope after auditing the data, theme, modules, integrations and bespoke code. The audit shows which components can use off-the-shelf solutions and which need to be rebuilt before I provide a quote.
What Needs to Be Moved or Rebuilt?
The migration covers several independent areas. I analyse each of them separately so as not to miss elements needed by customers, the store team and external systems.
New Frontend
Magento 1 themes do not run on Magento 2, so I rebuild the frontend with Hyvä Commerce. The new storefront can retain the brand’s visual direction or use the replatforming project as an opportunity for a full redesign.
Extensions and Features
I create an inventory of modules and check their actual use. I replace the necessary functions with equivalents for Magento 2 or implement them as bespoke solutions.
Integrations and Bespoke Code
I verify and rebuild integrations with ERP, PIM, CRM, OMS, payments and carriers for new APIs. I only recreate custom processes after confirming their business purpose.
What Does the Migration of Magento 1 to Magento 2 Look Like?
First I limit the unknowns, then I build a new store and repeatedly check the migration on copies of the data. Only after acceptance do I plan the final switchover.
- Magento 1 backup and auditI secure data and analyse the system version, catalogue, modules, theme, bespoke code, integrations, SEO and processes used by the store team.
- Data and functionality mapI determine the target data structure, extension equivalents, the scope of the new frontend and acceptance criteria for the most important processes.
- Magento 2 store buildI configure the platform, implement the frontend, modules and integrations, and prepare environments for future imports and tests.
- Trial migrationsI move copies of the data, compare record counts, check relationships, and correct mapping errors before the final migration.
- UAT and team preparationThe client tests full sales and service paths. The team gets to know the new dashboard, and the starting list includes payments, shipping, integrations, and SEO.
- Sync and startIn the agreed window, I perform the final import, switch traffic, check the most important processes and monitor the store after launch.
How Do I Protect Data, SEO and Sales Continuity?
Test Copies and Migrations
I don't work with only one version of the data. Backups and multiple imports allow you to detect problems before the final migration affects your live store.
SEO Redirect Map
I compare old and new addresses, prepare 301 redirects and control metadata, indexation, canonical links and the sitemap.
Data Completeness Check
I check product, customer and order numbers, relationships between records, and samples of data relevant to sales and after-sales service.
Switchover Plan
I plan to start outside the peak sales period. I save the migration window, responsibilities and rollback scenario before starting the final synchronisation.
The Most Common Magento 1 Migration Risks
Incomplete List of Features
A missed module or manual process only comes to light during acceptance. Therefore, the audit covers not only the code, but also the way the store team works.
Too Few Trial Imports
A one-time migration does not show all data quality issues. Future attempts allow you to stabilize the import and estimate the final synchronisation time.
No Redirects
Changing the address structure without a 301 map leads to 404 errors and makes it difficult for search engines to transfer signals to the new store.
Start at the Wrong Time
Launching before a sale or seasonal peak limits the time to react. I choose the date depending on the sales calendar and the team's readiness.
Budget and schedule
What Determines the Cost of Magento 1 Migration?
The greatest impact is on the quality and quantity of data, expansion of the catalogue, number of stores and languages, scope of the new frontend, number of integrations and functions saved in modules and dedicated Magento 1 code.
After the audit, I prepare the scope, schedule and quote based on a fixed price. I describe elements requiring additional decisions separately so as not to hide the risk in the total amount.
Technology partner
Why Choose APK Studio?
I focus on the commercial outcomes that matter to clients. I build fast, conversion-focused online stores and B2B platforms that automate workflows and make sales teams more efficient.
I combine seven years of experience in e-commerce with technological solutions supporting sales. After launch, I continue to help develop the platform and make strategic decisions.
Project security
A Reliable and Predictable Partner
Adobe-Certified Developer
The Adobe Commerce Frontend Expert certificate confirms the competences needed to properly implement Magento 2. This makes the choice of partner safer.
Experience in Integrations
I have delivered Magento 2 integrations with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite and SAP Business One, PIM platforms including Akeneo, and order management systems such as Linnworks and Brightpearl. This reduces the risk in one of the most complex parts of an e-commerce project.
Safe Fixed Price Budget
This is a fixed-price engagement. A thorough analysis defines acceptance criteria, architecture and scope. As a result, the project can be priced in detail and the final cost is not a surprise.
Features Delivered Every Two Weeks
I release working features to the test environment throughout the project. Your project lead can review them as they become available, keeping you in control of the delivery direction.
Experience and certification
Competences Needed to Rebuild the Store
7 Years
experience in e-commerce
£3 Million
revenue generated for customers
25+
completed Magento 2 store builds
I am an experienced Adobe Commerce developer and hold the Adobe Commerce Front-End Developer Expert certification.
Customer reviews
Collaboration Based on Communication and Results
What I liked most was Artur's professional and quick communication, his punctuality and innovative approach to technical challenges, which allowed me to achieve great results without unnecessary complications. I definitely recommend APK Studio's services to every online store owner, because it is an investment that pays off really quickly.
I recommend cooperation with Mr. Artur. He approaches each project in a professional and technically matter-of-fact manner, proposing specific solutions tailored to actual needs. After the changes introduced, the website operates more stably, which resulted in the acquisition of new customers, and previously reported problems were eliminated. The cooperation runs smoothly and without unnecessary formalities. High quality of services while maintaining a reasonable, competitive price.
Artur has great expertise in Magento 2 development and communicates in a direct, clear, and goal-oriented way. Before working with him, I tried several companies from India and different freelancers, but I wasn't satisfied with the quality & communication. With Artur, the work is delivered professionally and to a high standard. I can definitely recommend him!
Selected projects
Design, Technology and Business Outcome
Each project combines business decisions, user experience and technical quality. See an example of my work and let’s discuss your next project.
Magento 2 · redesign
From a Budget Image to an Elegant Premium Brand
The redesign of the store, slimming the front-end and improving the shopping experience resulted in an increase in the number of orders by 47% within two months.
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Your project
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Development of Your Online Store or B2B Platform
Let's build a solution tailored to the scale of sales, your company's processes and plans for further development.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Migrating Magento 1 to Magento 2
Can Magento 1 simply be upgraded to Magento 2?
NO. Magento 2 has a different architecture, so a new installation is prepared, data is transferred and the frontend, modules and integrations are implemented again. Migration is a separate project and not a standard version update.
Is it possible to maintain the current appearance of the store?
The new storefront can retain the brand’s visual direction, but a Magento 1 theme cannot run on Magento 2. Rebuilding the frontend also improves mobile UX, performance and the customer journey.
What will happen to Magento 1 modules?
Magento 1 modules are not compatible with Magento 2. First, I check which functions are still needed, and then I choose the current equivalent or prepare a bespoke module.
What data can be migrated?
Scope may include products, categories, attributes, prices, states, customers, addresses, orders, content, and sales configuration. Before the project, I confirm the data structure and elements that require cleaning or additional mapping.
Will customers keep their accounts and passwords?
Yes. Magento 2 supports older password hashing methods used in Magento 1 and automatically updates the hash to the current standard after the first successful login. Customers therefore retain their accounts and existing passwords. The same mechanism applies to properly transferred administrator accounts.
Does the store need to be taken offline during migration?
Construction and testing take place next to the operating store. A short service window may be needed during final import and traffic switchover. I determine its length after trial migrations and measurement of the synchronisation time.
How do you secure SEO when switching platforms?
I prepare an URL map and 301 redirects, transfer important content and metadata, control canonical links and the sitemap, and check indexation errors after launch. This does not guarantee immutable positions, but reduces the risk of technical traffic losses.
Contact
Is Your Store Still Running on Magento 1?
Describe the system version, key modules, integrations and planned date of change. I will come back with information about what data I need for the audit and preparation of the migration scope.