What moving from Drupal to Shopify unlocks
Drupal can support complex digital experiences, but ecommerce can become increasingly dependent on custom development and technical infrastructure. Moving to Shopify puts commerce at the centre, giving your team a simpler platform to manage, improve and grow. A successful migration protects what works and creates the opportunity to improve what doesn’t.
While the technology keeps changing, our experience helps us make sense of what matters. We’ve spent more than 17 years learning, evolving and seeing what works across different platforms, businesses and customer journeys. That experience helps us recognise patterns, cut through noise and get to the right decisions faster.
What we help you achieve
- Commerce at the core - move to a platform built around managing and growing online sales
- Less bespoke development - reduce reliance on custom modules and workarounds
- More control for your team - manage merchandising, content and promotions with less developer support
- A smoother buying experience - make product discovery and purchase journeys easier
- Confidence in the move - with your content, SEO, catalogue and integrations carefully mapped
Is Shopify the right next step for your Drupal setup?
We’ll review your current setup, identify the main risks and opportunities, and give you a clear view of what a move to Shopify would involve.
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The ToyStreet migration went really well. Communication was clear throughout and the team were easy to work with. What we really valued was that they didn’t just take the brief and build it, they challenged our thinking, shared their perspective and suggested better ways of doing things where they saw an opportunity. Since launch, traffic is up and order volume has increased significantly, so we’re really pleased with the results.
A clear path from Drupal to Shopify
Start with a free migration audit to understand your current Drupal setup, what needs to move and where the complexity sits. From there, we can dig deeper through a paid migration workshop and define the right approach before you commit to the full project.
Free Migration Audit
We review your store, discuss what’s holding you back and identify what a move to Shopify could mean for your business.
What you'll learn
- Is a move to Shopify viable?
- What could work better on Shopify?
- What might need to change?
- What risks need careful planning?
Your next step: Workshop
If Shopify looks like a good fit, we’ll propose a paid workshop tailored to your store. You decide whether to take it further.
Paid Migration Workshop
We work through your requirements and demonstrate critical solutions, so you know how the migration will work before committing to the full project.
What you'll learn
- Integration solutions
- Data migration approach
- SEO migration approach
- Site structure overview
- Rapid prototyping
- Custom UX requirements
- Roles & responsibilities
- Go live plan
The next step: Migration
With the key decisions made and critical solutions validated, we’ll agree the scope, costs and delivery timeline with you, then move into building and launching your Shopify store.
Free, no-obligation audit. Understand the opportunities, risks and realities of moving to Shopify.
Frequently asked questions
Why move from Drupal to Shopify?
For many brands, the main benefit is simplifying ecommerce. Drupal can be highly flexible, but commerce often becomes dependent on custom development, modules and technical support. Shopify gives teams a more commerce-focused platform that is easier to operate day to day.
Can you migrate our Drupal content to Shopify?
Yes. We can plan the migration of relevant content alongside products, customers and other commerce data. We’ll identify what should move, what may need restructuring and what is better handled differently on Shopify.
What happens to our SEO when we move from Drupal to Shopify?
SEO needs to be planned carefully as part of the migration. We map URLs, redirects, content and site structure to protect organic visibility and reduce unnecessary risk during the move.
Can Shopify replace the custom functionality we have in Drupal?
Often, yes, but it depends on the requirement. Some functionality can be handled natively in Shopify, some through apps and integrations, and some may need custom development. We assess each requirement before recommending the best approach.
Can Shopify integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. We can connect Shopify with the systems your business relies on, such as ERP, CRM, PIM, fulfilment or other operational platforms.
Do we need to recreate our Drupal site exactly on Shopify?
No. We generally see migration as an opportunity to improve rather than simply recreate the old setup. We’ll protect what works, challenge what no longer makes sense and use the move to create a stronger ecommerce experience.
How long does a Drupal to Shopify migration take?
That depends on the size and complexity of the site, the amount of content and data to migrate, and the number of integrations or custom requirements involved. We scope the project properly before agreeing the delivery plan.
Can you support us after launch?
Yes. We can continue to support the store after migration through optimisation, development and strategic work as your Shopify setup evolves.
Where does experience make the biggest difference in a Drupal to Shopify migration?
Drupal stores can depend heavily on custom modules, integrations and CMS-driven functionality. Experience helps uncover those dependencies early, decide what genuinely needs to move and use the migration as an opportunity to create a simpler, more commerce-focused Shopify setup.
Have a question about Drupal migrations?
Speak to our team about your migration plans, requirements or anything we haven’t covered here.
Speak to usKey migration partners
Successful migrations need more than development alone. We work with specialist partners across SEO, data and ecommerce growth to make sure every critical part of the move to Shopify is properly planned and supported.
Leftfield - SEO Agency
SEO migration support for brands that don’t just need to protect rankings, redirects, and organic visibility during the move to Shopify, but also want to optimise for growth.
Loncom - Data Specialists
Data migration support for brands that need to move, cleanse, transform, and reformat products, customers, and orders, ensuring data is accurate, structured, and ready for the new store.
Alvio - B2B Partnerships
B2B partnership support for brands looking to expand their product range, reach new audiences, and unlock new revenue opportunities by placing their products in new stores and retail channels.