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When using the Cart2Cart Migration Wizard, you'll be prompted to enter your store's URL. It's crucial to provide the front-end URL, not the administrative panel URL.

Why Use Your Default Big Cartel URL for Data Migration?

Big Cartel, like many hosted e-commerce platforms, allows you to customize your store's domain name. However, for a seamless automated data migration using Cart2Cart, you must use the default Big Cartel URL. This URL typically follows the format: www.your-source-store.bigcartel.com. This is the only required URL data for your Big Cartel store during the migration setup.

Providing the correct URL ensures that Cart2Cart can accurately access and transfer your store's data to your new platform. Using a custom domain during this step will prevent Cart2Cart from properly connecting to your Big Cartel store for data extraction.

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If you wish to move your order history from Big Cartel to another store, you will need to perform a few simple steps. Due to API platform peculiarities, Cart2Cart is not able to collect this data automatically.

Here's how to export your orders from Big Cartel for import during your store migration:

1. Log into your Big Cartel Admin panel.
2. Go to your Orders Tab.
3. Press the Export CSV button on the right bottom.
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5. Save the file on your computer.
6. Proceed to the Import Data step of the Migration Wizard.
7. Upload the Orders.csv file.
8. Proceed to the next step of your migration.

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Is It Possible to Migrate Data to Big Cartel?

Unfortunately, Cart2Cart does not currently support data migration to Big Cartel. This is because Big Cartel is a hosted e-commerce platform that does not offer a native data import function. This limitation prevents automated migration solutions like Cart2Cart from transferring your store data.

Looking for alternatives? Cart2Cart supports migration to a wide range of other popular e-commerce platforms, including Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, and many more. You can explore our full list of supported platforms on the Cart2Cart website.

Why Can't Cart2Cart Migrate to Big Cartel?

Big Cartel's closed ecosystem and lack of import functionality are the primary reasons migration isn't possible. Cart2Cart relies on access to a platform's database or API to facilitate data transfer. Without this access, a seamless and automated migration process cannot be established.

Considering Alternatives?

If you're set on migrating your store data and Big Cartel is not a hard requirement, consider migrating to a platform that offers more flexibility and import capabilities. Platforms like Shopify or WooCommerce, which can be easily migrated to using Cart2Cart's automated data migration service, are excellent choices.

Ready to Explore Data Migration Options?

While a direct migration to Big Cartel isn't possible, we encourage you to explore other platforms that align with your business needs. Use Cart2Cart to migrate your products, customers, orders, and other essential data to a new, more flexible platform.

Next Steps:

• Browse supported carts to find the perfect alternative to Big Cartel.
• Start your free demo to see how easy it is to migrate your data with Cart2Cart.
• Schedule a call with a Migration Expert to discuss your specific needs and find the best solution.

Why did my item count change after I migrated from Big Cartel?

After migrating from Big Cartel, the quantity of each product might be set to 1000. This is due to the way Big Cartel handles inventory data and how it's interpreted during the data migration process. Cart2Cart's data migration service automatically adjusts for this, ensuring a smooth transition to your new platform.

Understanding Quantity Settings After Big Cartel Data Migration

The reason for this adjustment is that Big Cartel doesn't explicitly define a "quantity" field in the same way many other e-commerce platforms do. To ensure your products are properly represented on your new store, Cart2Cart sets the initial quantity to 1000. This allows you to easily manage and adjust your inventory within your new platform, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, or Magento, according to your specific needs. If you need to migrate from Big Cartel to another platform, Cart2Cart can help.

Next Steps After Your Big Cartel Migration

After the data migration is complete, we highly recommend reviewing your product inventory within your new store. This will allow you to fine-tune the quantity settings according to your actual stock levels. You can easily adjust the quantities for individual products or use bulk editing tools available in your new platform's admin panel.

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If you have any further questions or need assistance, please contact our support team or schedule a call with a migration expert.