Miva to Shopify Migration
Proven Platform. Time for a Modern Move.
Miva has served merchants well for decades — it's one of the more durable eCommerce platforms still in active development. But its developer-dependent customisation, proprietary templating language (MVT), and the challenge of finding Miva-skilled developers make it increasingly hard to justify. We migrate Miva stores to Shopify, preserving your catalogue and operational data.
Shopify App DeveloperShopify App DeveloperMiva's proprietary MVTML templating language and limited developer ecosystem mean any customisation requires specialist knowledge that's increasingly hard to source. Shopify's Liquid templating and global developer community make custom development significantly more accessible and affordable.
We extract Miva product data, categories, customer records, and order history directly from the Miva database and migrate everything cleanly to Shopify.
Shopify's global developer ecosystem and modern Liquid templating language replace Miva's proprietary MVTML system with tools that hundreds of thousands of developers understand.
Common Miva Pain Points We Solve
Everything We Migrate from Miva to Shopify
Products & Categories
All Miva products, categories, product attributes, options, images, descriptions, pricing, and stock levels extracted from the Miva database and migrated to Shopify.
- Product attributes → Shopify variants
- Category structure preserved
- Product images & galleries
Customer Accounts
Miva customer records, email addresses, billing and shipping addresses, and account history transferred cleanly to Shopify customer profiles with proper tagging.
- Customer contact details
- Billing & shipping addresses
- Customer history preserved
Order History
Complete Miva order history with product line items, customer details, payment methods, fulfilment status, and order notes transferred to your Shopify admin.
- All historical orders
- Order statuses mapped
- Customer notes preserved
App Migration
Every Miva module and integration reviewed and mapped to its Shopify equivalent. Payment gateways, shipping, and custom Miva modules all accounted for.
- Payment gateway migration
- Shipping modules rebuilt
- Custom modules replaced
Pages & Content
All Miva store pages, content areas, and static pages migrated to Shopify. Internal links updated and content structure preserved within your new Shopify theme.
- Static pages migrated
- Content blocks transferred
- Internal links updated
SEO & Redirects
Miva URL structures mapped to Shopify URL formats with comprehensive 301 redirects. Meta titles, descriptions, and schema markup reviewed and improved throughout.
- Miva URLs → Shopify redirects
- Product & category redirects
- Meta data preserved & improved
How We Move Your Miva Store
A structured process that minimises disruption and eliminates the risk of data loss.
Miva Audit
We audit your Miva installation — product catalogue, modules, custom MVTML templates, data volumes, and third-party integrations — to build a comprehensive migration plan.
Data Mapping
Miva product attributes, customer data, order structures, and module configurations all mapped to their Shopify equivalents. Nothing left undefined.
Shopify Build
A Shopify theme built to match your existing design — or a modern redesign using Liquid templating to improve conversion rates and mobile experience.
App Setup
Miva modules reviewed and replaced with Shopify apps. Payment gateways, shipping, and custom functionality all accounted for without the MVTML complexity.
Migration & Redirects
All data migrated to Shopify staging and verified. Full redirect map implemented. SEO impact assessed and mitigated before launch.
Launch
Coordinated go-live with your team. Analytics, tracking, and email flows configured. 60 days post-launch support included.
The Right Agency for Your Miva Migration
Miva Platform Knowledge
We understand Miva's database structure, MVTML templating, and module system — meaning your data transfers without loss and your functionality is fully accounted for.
Shopify App Developers
When Shopify apps don't fully replace a Miva module, we build custom solutions — no functionality left behind.
SEO Preservation
Your organic rankings are protected throughout. Comprehensive redirect mapping and meta data transfer are standard on every project.
60-Day Support
Two months of dedicated post-launch support to ensure your team is confident and your store is performing optimally.
Zero Data Loss
Pre- and post-migration audits verify every product, customer, and order. We don't sign off until the data is confirmed clean.
UK-Based Team
Our team is based in the UK — same time zone, clear communication, and a genuine understanding of your market.
Fixed-Price Projects
Your migration is scoped and priced upfront. No unexpected invoices, no scope creep billing without your approval.
End-to-End Service
From initial scoping through to post-launch optimisation — everything under one roof, one point of contact.
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