LightCMS to X-Cart Migration - Step-by-Step Guide & Expert Services

LightCMS to X-Cart migration doesn't have to be complicated. Seamlessly move your LightCMS store to X-Cart with Cart2Cart. Our automated service ensures a fast, secure, and SEO-friendly switch from LightCMS to X-Cart, preserving your rankings with zero downtime. Whether you need to transfer data yourself using our detailed step-by-step guide, or prefer expert assistance for a fully managed migration, we offer solutions. Experience effortless LightCMS to X-Cart migration today and unlock X-Cart’s full potential.

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What data can be
migrated from LightCMS to X-Cart

To check your LightCMS to X-Cart migration price, click the button below. The migration price depends on the number of data types and the additional migration options selected.

How to Migrate from LightCMS to X-Cart In 3 Steps?

Connect your Source & Target carts

Choose LightCMS and X-Cart from the drop-down lists & provide the stores’ URLs in the corresponding fields.

Select the data to migrate & extra options

Choose the data you want to migrate to X-Cart and extra options to customise your LightCMS to X-Cart migration.

Launch your Demo/Full migration

Run a free Demo to see how the Cart2Cart service works, and when happy - launch Full migration.

Ways to perform migration from LightCMS to X-Cart

Automated migration

Just set up the migration and choose the entities to move – the service will do the rest.

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Data Migration Service Package

Delegate the job to the highly-skilled migration experts and get the job done.

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Benefits for Store Owners

Ecommerce Agencies

Benefits for Ecommerce Agencies

Clear Target Store data before migration

Will delete all data from your X-Cart store

free

Create product variants based on the combinations of options

Or the available attribute values combination

Move images from products, categories, blog posts descriptions

Those included in the descriptions

Set products quantity to 100 on X-Cart store

To check how the migration works for out of stock products

+$29

Preserve product IDs on Target Store

Your LightCMS product IDs will be the same in X-Cart

+$39

Migrate categories and products SEO URLs

Keep your LightCMS URL structure on X-Cart

Preserve customer IDs on Target Store

Your LightCMS customer IDs will be the same in X-Cart

Choose all the extra migration options and get 40% off their total Price

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Migration Limitations

The design and store functionality transfer is impossible due to LightCMS to X-Cart limitations. However, you can recreate it with the help of a 3rd-party developer.

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LightCMS to X-Cart Migration Video Tutorial

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Your data is safely locked with Cart2Cart

We built in many security measures so you can safely migrate from LightCMS to X-Cart. Check out our Security Policy

Server Security

All migrations are performed on a secure dedicated Hetzner server with restricted physical access.

Application Security

HTTPS protocol and 128-bit SSL encryption are used to protect the data being exchanged.

Network Security

The most up-to-date network architecture schema, firewall and access restrictions protect our system from electronic attacks.

Data Access Control

Employee access to customer migration data is restricted, logged and audited.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I keep SEO rankings when switching from LightCMS to X-Cart?

SEO rankings are preserved with proper 301 redirects and metadata transfer. We migrate URLs, categories, and product details to protect your organic traffic. Implementing proper 301 redirects from your old LightCMS URLs to new X-Cart ones is crucial. Explore SEO tips.

Can customer passwords be migrated from LightCMS to X-Cart securely?

Yes, customer passwords can be migrated securely from LightCMS to X-Cart. We transfer encrypted password hashes, so customers don't need to reset them. For X-Cart, this typically involves using the Cart2Cart X-Cart Migration module. Learn more about password migration.

What factors affect the cost of a LightCMS to X-Cart migration?

The cost of migrating your LightCMS store to X-Cart depends on the volume of data (products, customers, orders), selected additional migration options (like preserving IDs or 301 redirects), and any required Customization Services. A free demo provides a precise quote based on your specific needs.

What data entities can I migrate from LightCMS to X-Cart?

We transfer core data entities such as products, categories, customers, orders, and manufacturers from LightCMS to X-Cart. For X-Cart, migration uses a Bridge only connection, requiring the Cart2Cart X-Cart Migration module. Custom data fields can also be handled via Customization Service.

How long does a LightCMS to X-Cart data migration typically take?

The migration duration varies based on the amount of data in your LightCMS store. Small migrations can be completed in hours, while larger ones may take several days. You can perform a free Demo Migration to get an estimated timeframe and preview the results in X-Cart.

How do I verify data accuracy after my LightCMS to X-Cart migration?

After your data is transferred to X-Cart, it's crucial to thoroughly check all migrated entities. Verify product details, pricing, customer accounts, and order history. Our guides provide steps on how to check full migration results to ensure accuracy and a successful replatforming.

Is my LightCMS store data secure during the migration to X-Cart?

Absolutely. We prioritize data security. All transfers from LightCMS to X-Cart are conducted via secure, encrypted channels. Your sensitive information is never stored on our servers, ensuring confidentiality and integrity throughout the process. Read our Security Policy.

Will my LightCMS store go offline during migration to X-Cart?

No, your LightCMS store will not go offline. The migration is processed on a secure external server, so your LightCMS store remains active during the data transfer to X-Cart. This ensures business continuity and a smooth replatforming experience for your customers.

Will my LightCMS store's design and theme transfer to X-Cart?

No, design and themes are platform-specific and do not transfer directly during migration from LightCMS to X-Cart. You will need to choose or develop a new theme for your X-Cart store. However, product and category images will be moved over. Explore theme options.

Is an automated tool or a migration expert better for my LightCMS to X-Cart replatforming?

Automated tools are cost-effective for standard LightCMS to X-Cart migrations, offering efficiency and control. For complex stores or if you prefer a hands-off approach, an expert service provides comprehensive assistance. Consider our Ultimate Data Migration Service for full support and peace of mind during your X-Cart transition.

Why 150.000+ customers all over the globe have chosen Cart2Cart?

100% non-techie friendly

Cart2Cart is recommended by Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, OpenCart, PrestaShop and other top ecommerce platforms.

Keep selling while migrating

The process of data transfer has no effect on the migrated store. At all.

24/7 live support

Get every bit of help right when you need it. Our live chat experts will eagerly guide you through the entire migration process.

Lightning fast migration

Just a few hours - and all your store data is moved to its new home.

Open to the customers’ needs

We’re ready to help import data from database dump, csv. file, a rare shopping cart etc.

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RHONDA MORIN
Online store owner

This service made things so easy to go from my Magento store that was just a mess to X-cart that works like a gem. I am still in the process of getting everything set up but I wanted to see if things would work and sure enough, like a wonderful fast charm. I can’t even imagine how long it would have taken me to move all those products and categories and tax info and all of it. Such a life saver and time saver! Thank you!!!!
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HARDIK PATEL
Online store owner

Great Solution! Excellent Support team which helped to migrate my store data from Magento to Bigcommerce in no time. Cart2Cart developed a custom solution to which helped me to Migrate my Blog Data too. I will surely use their service on my upcoming projects.
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Migration from Shopify to BigCommerce was exactly what I need it. Customers information, orders, products description and images were displayed in my new platform perfectly. Additionally, the support team were very helpful and patience while I was doing all of this process. I highly recommend it!
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Working with Cart2Cart on a recent Yahoo Store to BigCommerce Store migration was a pleasure. The support was very helpful in getting to my end solution. I would definitely recommend their service for anyone looking to migrate data between these platforms.
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Solid work on the cart2cart migration from Magento to BigCommerce! Also, they helped me a lot for the data re-migration due to an accidental deletion on BigCommerce I definitely would recommend Cart2Cart 🙂
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BEN FRIDAY
Online store owner

I have been very happy with the service and support of Cart2Cart in migrating from an older WebAsyst based e-commerce site to a much more modern CS-Cart based one. Worked perfectly!
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UMAIR ZAMAN
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Very good support. They migrated our store from Big Cartel to Magento, and were very cooperative during all this process. Thank you team. I recommend them to everyone
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PETER JAAP BLAAKMEER
Online store owner

I have successfully used Cart2Cart to migrate products & categories from DrupalCommerce to Magento. It’s easy, affordable and they offer decent support (no I’m not affiliated with them).
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NIURY PEREIRA
Online store owner

we have already contracted the service three times to migrate from prestashop to magento. We were very well catered for. I recommend!
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JORDY VAN OVEREEM
Online store owner

Many of my customers have Magento 1 stores. This year Magento will stop supporting this system and because of this these customers need to migrate to another system. Migration can be difficult and very time consuming process. But then i found Cart2Cart. There solution is the best and affordable. With the first migration there where some problems, but i did made some mistakes with filling in the correct fields to get a connection between the current and the target store. After starting a chat these problems where fixed very quickly. Support is very good and there solution is very affordable. The perfect solution!
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