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Migration failure is redirect and data-loss risk, not platform dislike. Migrate when ops drag plus outage risk exceeds fee delta; export with a 301 map, freeze old checkout in cutover, replay 20 orders in test mode before DNS switch.
SEO rule: URL parity spreadsheet signed off before go-live — products alone are insufficient.
| # | Tool | Starting price | Rating | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shopify | $5/mo | 4.6/5(4,800) | Try Shopify |
Migrate when ops time + outage risk > platform fee delta. Stay on Woo if you need deep WP content integration.
CSV export, 301 redirect spreadsheet, disable old checkout during cutover window.
Replay 20 historical orders in test mode. Confirm tax, shipping, and email templates.