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Clear current data on a Target Store before migration on Shopify

Understanding the "Clear Target Store Data Before Migration" Option

Cart2Cart offers an additional option, "Clear current data on a Target Store before migration," to prevent mixing and duplication of data during your eCommerce data migration. This is especially useful when moving to a new platform and starting fresh. However, it's important to understand how this option functions, particularly for hosted shopping carts like Shopify.

How Clearing Target Store Data Works on Shopify

Due to the way Shopify's API works, enabling the "Clear current data on a Target Store before migration" option will remove the following data from your Shopify store:

• Shopify collections
• Shopify navigation links

If you want to keep this data after the migration, it’s best not to use this option.

Important Considerations Before Clearing Data

The "Clear current data on a Target Store before migration" action is irreversible. While the option primarily affects Shopify as described above, other platforms may also experience data loss. To ensure a safe eCommerce data migration, we strongly recommend backing up your target store before enabling this option. You can easily export your data to CSV files and save them to your computer.

Safeguarding Your Data During Migration

Protecting your data is paramount. Before initiating any eCommerce data migration, always create a comprehensive backup of your existing store. This precautionary measure ensures that you can restore your data in the event of unforeseen issues or if the "Clear current data on a Target Store before migration" option removes data you intended to keep.

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