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Updating or upgrading PrestaShop is rarely as simple as pressing a button. Version differences can be significant, and even a small mistake may result in downtime, broken modules, theme issues or a loss of SEO rankings. MARK-APP has been supporting online stores since 2005 with safe, fully controlled PrestaShop updates and upgrades. From essential security patches to major version transitions — we handle the entire process from start to finish.
Why choose MARK-APP for PrestaShop updates?
- No downtime: every update is thoroughly tested in a dedicated staging environment
- PrestaShop Experts in upgrading 1.6 → 1.7 → 8 → 9: including theme, module and custom code compatibility
- SEO-safe: full preservation of URLs, metadata and search engine rankings
- Complete control: including backups, reporting and in-depth technical analysis
Why regular updates matter
Every new PrestaShop version includes performance improvements, security patches and bug fixes. Running outdated code increases the risk of:
- security vulnerabilities
- performance slowdowns
- modules failing to work correctly
- errors after PHP or server upgrades
- loss of SEO visibility
Upgrading PrestaShop to version 1.7, 8 or 9
Major version upgrades involve deeper structural changes to both the application and database. That is why MARK-APP follows a proven, carefully managed upgrade workflow:
Our upgrade workflow
- Analysis: complete scan of theme, modules and any custom development
- Setup of a secure staging environment for safe testing
- Carefully executed upgrade using controlled and monitored processes
- Fixing issues and updating modules where necessary
- Theme adjustments or full rebuild if required
- SEO checks: redirects, metadata, structured data and sitemaps
- Launch without downtime
Update vs Upgrade
Updating
Minor version steps such as 8.0 → 8.1. These include bug fixes, security patches and incremental improvements.
Upgrading
Major version jumps such as 1.6 → 1.7 or 1.7 → 8. These require database adjustments, theme compatibility fixes and extensive module validation.
What we check before every update
- Full backup of files and database
- PHP version and server compatibility
- Module scan for conflicts, outdated versions and compatibility
- Theme and custom code review
- Database integrity checks
- Performance analysis
Common issues we resolve
- 500 errors after updates or server changes
- Modules failing due to PHP upgrades
- Error logs filled with warnings or notices
- Broken or missing theme elements
- Stuck or incomplete PrestaShop AutoUpgrade attempts
- Missing database fields or inconsistencies
SEO-safe migration
During upgrades we always verify URL structures, canonical tags, metadata, redirects and sitemaps. This ensures your search rankings remain intact and your store stays fully indexable after the upgrade.
Recent PrestaShop 8 and PrestaShop 9 upgrades by MARK-APP
In recent periods, we have successfully upgraded multiple online stores to PrestaShop 8 and PrestaShop 9. These projects included full optimisation, module compatibility and, where required, a migration to or further development based on the Hummingbird theme. Some recent examples are:
- Retrostudio.nl - upgrade to PrestaShop 8 using the Hummingbird theme
- Toenga.nl - complete PrestaShop 8 upgrade while retaining the existing theme built with the Hummingbird theme
- VDO-webshop.nl - migration to PrestaShop 8 while retaining the existing theme
- Beautywaves.nl - upgrade from PrestaShop 1.7.8.11 to PrestaShop 9 while retaining the existing theme built on the Hummingbird theme
- Watersportproducten.nl - migration from PrestaShop 1.7.8.11 to PrestaShop 9 while retaining the existing theme built on the Hummingbird theme
- wsp-energy.solutions - migration from PrestaShop 1.7.8.11 to PrestaShop 9 while retaining the existing theme built on the Hummingbird theme
These projects show that MARK-APP does not only perform standard updates, but also manages complete and often complex migration projects. From technical analysis and preparation to a stable and fully operational PrestaShop 8 or 9 store. Whether you want to migrate to the Hummingbird theme or retain your existing design, we ensure a safe and future-proof upgrade without surprises.
Need your PrestaShop updated or upgraded safely?
Want your PrestaShop store upgraded or updated in a safe, reliable and professional way? Contact MARK-APP today. We are happy to review your store, provide expert guidance and ensure a smooth, fully controlled transition.