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Migration from Shopware 5 to Shopware 6

Migration from Shopware 5 to Shopware 6
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With the end of support for Shopware 5, switching to Shopware 6 is no longer just an option, but a necessity. As a Shopware Gold Partner, we support you with our expertise during the migration – quickly, efficiently, and with future-proofing.

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That's why switching to Shopware 6 makes sense.

Is your shop still running on Shopware 5? Since mid-2024, no security updates or bug fixes have been provided – a risk to the stability and compatibility of your shop.

With Shopware 6, you're choosing a future-proof platform specifically designed for the demands of modern e-commerce. Its modular architecture enables flexible integrations, customized frontend solutions, and seamless connectivity to external systems. This ensures your shop remains technologically up-to-date – scalable, powerful, and ready for further growth.

"Shopware 6 can reduce loading times by up to 50%, resulting in a direct improvement in the conversion rate."

Source: Shopware

What makes Shopware 6 indispensable today.

Shopware 6 represents a new generation of online retail – open, flexible, and future-proof. As a leading open commerce platform, Shopware meets the requirements of modern D2C, B2C, and B2B business models. The platform combines technological stability with creative freedom and forms the basis for scalable growth across all channels.

Thanks to its API-first approach, Shopware can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems – from ERP and PIM to CRM. This creates a central commerce platform that dynamically adapts to market demands and strengthens your digital business in the long term.

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Why Shopware 6 is the crucial step for your online shop.

1. Flexibility

Shopware 6 separates the frontend and backend, allowing content and functionality to be developed independently. Whether it's a classic webshop, a mobile app, or marketplace integration, your commerce system remains flexible and scalable.

2. Intuitive experiential worlds

With the visual editor, you can create content via drag-and-drop – quickly, without any programming required, and precisely tailored to your target groups. This results in content that inspires and converts.

3. Higher performance and stability

Thanks to its modern Symfony foundation and improved caching, Shopware 6 is noticeably faster. Shorter loading times not only improve the user experience, but also the conversion rate and SEO ranking.

4. Seamless system integration

Shopware 6 was developed for data exchange with third-party systems. Standardized interfaces allow for easy integration of ERP, PIM, and CRM systems – ensuring smooth processes and always up-to-date data.

5. Safety and continuous development

Regular updates and an active community ensure that Shopware 6 always remains technologically at the cutting edge. You are investing in a system that grows with your business – secure, stable, and scalable in the long term.

The most important differences between Shopware 5 and Shopware 6.

Aspect
Shopware 5
Shopware 6
Technology
PHP-Monolith
API-based & Symfony-Core
Frontend
Template based
Experience worlds, Headless
Integration
limited
modular & API-First
Updateability
complex
continuous & automated
Performance
solid
significantly optimized

Successfully migrate to Shopware 6 with burgdigital.

Migrating to Shopware 6 is more than just a technical update – it's a strategic step towards the future. As a certified Shopware partner, we support you in migrating your existing system – from analysis to go-live.

We ensure that data, processes, and integrations are transferred smoothly and adapted to current Shopware standards. This keeps your ongoing operations stable while your digital business continues to grow with the new possibilities of Shopware 6.

FAQ - What you should know about switching from Shopware 5 to 6

What does shop migration mean?

Migration is always a good idea when the existing system reaches its technical limits or support ends – as is the case with Shopware 5. Switching to Shopware 6 allows you to benefit from modern technology, improved performance, and long-term update security.

When does migrating the shop system make sense?

Migrating to a new shop system always makes sense if the current shop runs on outdated software and therefore poses security risks, the usability is no longer up-to-date, or the shop functions no longer meet your requirements.

Which shop systems can be migrated to Shopware 6?

Besides migrating from Shopware 5, other systems such as Magento, WooCommerce, or Shopify can also be transferred to Shopware 6. The exact process depends on the data structure and individual requirements.

How does the migration from Shopware 5 to 6 work – and what are the benefits of the switch?

The migration takes place in several steps: First, the existing system is analyzed to identify data, plugins, and interfaces. Then, the content—such as products, categories, customers, and orders—is exported, imported into Shopware 6, and adapted to the new structure. This is followed by individual testing and optimization before the system goes live.
Der Wechsel auf Shopware 6 bringt nicht nur technische Vorteile wie höhere Performance, moderne Architektur und verbesserte Sicherheit, sondern eröffnet auch neue Möglichkeiten in Design, Personalisierung und Automatisierung. Damit schaffen Sie die Grundlage für langfristig effizientes, zukunftsfähiges E-Commerce-Wachstum.

 

 

Strategically implement Shopware migration

Migrating from Shopware 5 to Shopware 6 is more than just a version update. Data structure, processes, and extensions must be migrated smoothly to ensure performance, scalability, and future-proofing. Let us assess how your migration can be structured and implemented with minimal risk.

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