Reduce self-managed application work
Move common commerce capabilities into a productised backend.
OpenCart migration
Modernise the store backend without carrying old architecture forward.
Move products, customers and commerce operations into a modern API-first platform, then rebuild the storefront independently.
NO BIG-BANG REQUIREDSEO-AWAREPHASED OPTIONS
Why YLP
A migration should remove complexity, not reproduce it.
We focus on the business data, URLs, integrations and workflows worth keeping — then rebuild the platform around a cleaner YLP model.
Better content integration
Use a real structured CMS beside the catalogue.
Modern API delivery
Build new frontends and integrations around consistent APIs.
AI and automation roadmap
Use YLP AI tools across catalogue, content and operations.
What can move
Bring the value you've already built.
The exact scope depends on exports, customisation and data quality. We validate migration feasibility before committing to a cut-over plan.
From OpenCart
Products, variants and categoriesMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
Customers and selected ordersMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
Images and rich descriptionsMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
Pricing and stockMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
SEO and redirectsMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
Payment and shipping integration mappingsMapped, transformed and validated against the YLP model.
Into YLP
Structured contentReusable models, blocks, localisation and SEO.
Commerce operationsProducts, variants, inventory, customers, orders and promotions where applicable.
Open deliveryREST / GraphQL APIs for your current or redesigned frontend.
AI-ready administrationYLP AI tools today and Atlas-style operations as the roadmap expands.
Migration approach
Move in a way that protects revenue and search visibility.
For larger or business-critical sites, we prefer phased migration, parallel validation and explicit URL / integration mapping over risky all-at-once changes.
Inventory the current platform
Data, content, catalogue, URLs, integrations, plugins/modules and custom logic.
Design the YLP target
Decide what maps directly, what needs transformation and what should be retired.
Import and compare
Test data quality, redirects, content, checkout and operational workflows.
Cut over in control
Use staged rollout or parallel operation where the risk profile requires it.
Free migration assessment
Plan your move from OpenCart with confidence.
Tell us about your current setup. We’ll identify what can move, what needs attention and whether a fixed or phased migration makes the most sense.
- Protect valuable content, data and URLs
- Surface risks before development starts
- Get a practical path based on your priorities
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Common questions
Before you migrate.
Do we need to rebuild the frontend at the same time?
No. In many cases the safer approach is to migrate the backend first or run the new and old systems in parallel, then move frontend experiences progressively.
Can you preserve SEO URLs?
We identify high-value URLs and metadata during discovery and create redirect / canonical mappings as part of the migration plan. Exact preservation depends on the current routing model.
Do all historical orders need to move?
Not necessarily. Some businesses migrate complete history; others keep an archive and move only recent or operationally useful records. We recommend the simplest option that meets business and compliance needs.
Can we keep existing integrations?
Where the integration exposes usable APIs or webhooks, it can often be reconnected. Bespoke modules and plugins need to be assessed individually.
How do you keep migration cost under control?
We separate must-have migration scope from legacy complexity that no longer creates value, and can phase non-critical features after launch.
After migration
Your migration should not end with another maintenance problem.
Move away from ongoing module, upgrade and developer maintenance into a more managed operating model.
Once your site is running on YLP, you can choose managed support for everyday updates, product work, small design improvements and technical fixes.
- Developer, freelancer or agency
- Quote
- Wait
- Change
- Invoice
- Repeat
- Send request
- YLP team handles everyday work
- Review
- Done
- Predictable monthly plan
Everyday support covers reasonable content updates, product changes, minor design adjustments, store configuration and technical fixes. Larger development projects, custom integrations and major redesigns are scoped separately.
Ask about managed migrationSee managed supportReady to leave OpenCart behind?
Start with a migration assessment before committing to a rebuild.
MIGRATION / AFTER LAUNCHSUPPORTED
01Preserve what mattersContent, data and URLs
02Move in practical phasesReduce cut-over risk
03Keep the site movingOptional managed YLP support
MIGRATE ONCE / STOP REPEATING THE OLD MODEL