Complete Wix to WooCommerce migration checklist

Go through an easy 4-step import with Cart2Cart and migrate WIX to WooCommerce store data, like products, customers, orders, categories, etc. in the easiest and 100% secure way.

What is Wix to WooCommerce migration?

In short, Wix to WooCommerce migration is the process of transferring the data, design, and functionality from you Wix store to your new WooCommerce store. WooCommerce is a plugin for WordPress that enables WordPress users to sell products online. To be able to use WooCommerce, online store owners must first install and set up WordPress, and then install the WooCommerce plugin.

With Cart2Cart it’s a four-step procedure to migrate WIX to WooCommerce. The migration process with preserve your order IDs and SEO, and move all your store data safely.

Wix to WooCommerce migration

With Cart2Cart, it takes just four simple steps to set up the migration, and it allows you to switch your Wix data to WooCommerce. The migration process will safely maintain your order IDs and SEO during the transfer to the new store.

We have prepared a store migration checklist for you with four simple steps to help you with your website migration.

Pre-Migration Tips

Prepare your Wix store

Audit all your Wix store data and get rid of expendable data that’s outdated and not necessary for the new store.

Prepare your WooCommerce store

Get your WooCommerce store ready. To do this, install the WooCommerce plugin for your WordPress website.

Set up the theme for your new store

Choose a default theme for your WooCommerce store, the WooCommerce Storefront, a free WordPress theme.

Wix to WooCommerce Migration

Set up Wix to WooCommerce data transfer by first configuring the Source cart and then specifying the Target cart.

Set up the Source cart

Choose Wix from the drop-down menu and enter your current store’s URL. Provide the Client ID, API Path and API Token from the admin account (find a detailed guide on how to do that in our FAQ).

Specify the Target cart

Choose WooCommerce from the drop-down menu and click the “Install Plugin” button and provide your store’s URL.

Select data for migration

You can choose each item you want to transfer, or you can select to transfer everything in one go. To do this, click the “Select All” box. You can transfer orders, customers, products and product categories, manufacturers, coupons, taxes, reviews, blog posts, and CMS pages.

Specify migration extras

To refine your migration, choose some of the many Cart2Cart migration extras like 301 redirects or preservation of Wix product, customer and order IDs on the WooCommerce Store and moving Wix store categories and product SEO URLS to the target store.

Map customer groups & order statuses

Match your Wix order statuses and fulfillment statuses to the corresponding ones on WooCommerce.

Launch a free Demo migration

Transfer a few products, about ten or so in under 30 minutes, to the new store so you can check that the transfer works smoothly. If that goes well, go ahead with the full migration.

Start Full migration

Click the Start Full Migration button to start the Full Wix database transfer to your new WooCommerce store. When it’s completed, check the migration results and make sure that everything works perfectly.

Post-Migration Recommendations

• Check that the website migration went as planned. Take your new store for a test drive and test every aspect of buying and selling on the platform. Create a test product and place an order. Select shipping and payment options and check that the order processes correctly.
• Take advantage of the extensive number of WooCommerce extensions to extend the functionality of your new store and make it look the way you want. For more help, check our post-migration tips.
• Notify your customers that your store operates from a new platform and invite them to activate their accounts.

Congratulations! You have successfully transferred your store to WooCommerce. Enjoy the new experience!

Monthly Update – January 2026

As we step into 2026, a significant trend reshaping the e-commerce landscape is the surging consumer demand for sustainability and ethical practices. Shoppers are increasingly making purchasing decisions based on a brand's commitment to environmental responsibility, fair labor, and transparent supply chains. For businesses migrating or optimizing their online stores, integrating sustainability features and clearly communicating eco-friendly initiatives is no longer optional but a critical differentiator. Platforms like WooCommerce, with their extensive customization capabilities, offer excellent opportunities to highlight sustainable products, track carbon footprints, or partner with eco-conscious shipping providers. Implementing features that showcase product lifecycle information, ethical sourcing, or even provide options for carbon-neutral deliveries can significantly resonate with a growing segment of environmentally aware customers. Embracing these values can enhance brand reputation, foster deeper customer loyalty, and drive sustainable growth in the new year.

For more details, explore our FAQ section or schedule a call with a migration expert.