If you are still using Shopware 5, you are probably asking yourself: "Is it even worth switching to Shopware 6?". After all, there are service providers like SafeFive, which will continue to provide security updates for Shopware 5. Sounds like a solid solution at first, right? Not quite. SafeFive admits that they are not a permanent solution and above all, address shop owners who are lagging behind in migrating to Shopware 6. This means that in the end, you will have to switch anyway - and then you have paid not only once, but twice.

SafeFive: A safety net for Shopware 5, but not a long-term strategy

SafeFive promises to keep your Shopware 5 shop secure by providing security updates. What is often overlooked: SafeFive also offers just the updates for Shopware 5, while you have to do without all the new features that Shopware 6 offers. In addition, the pricing of SafeFive is based on your RevenueThe better your shop is running, the more you will have to pay for security updates. In the long run, this will get really expensive!

But that's not all: If you stick with Shopware 5 and opt for SafeFive, you won't just pay for security updates. In the end, you will still have to switch to Shopware 6 - and then there are the migration costs on top of that. Ask yourself: Do you really want to pay double?

Migration to Shopware 6: An investment that pays off - because in the end, you benefit from efficiency and cost advantages.

Of course, switching to Shopware 6 initially involves costs. The costs vary depending on the complexity of your shop, but for example, for a simple shop, they are manageable. Now comes the interesting part: You will have recouped the costs for the migration in about a year. if you save the costs for SafeFivePlease provide the text you would like me to translate into English.

A simple calculation: The ongoing security updates from SafeFive cost a certain percentage of your revenue monthly. This can quickly add up! On the other hand, if you invest in migrating to Shopware 6 once, these ongoing expenses will be eliminated. After about 12 months, you would have recouped the migration costs and would no longer pay for security "scratch removal" on an outdated system.

The security benefits of Shopware 6

Why is Shopware 6 the better choice in terms of security? Here are the key points:

• Regular security updates directly from the manufacturerShopware 6 is continuously being developed and provided with the latest security updates. Hacker attacks are becoming more sophisticated, and Shopware 6 is constantly on the ball to protect you. With Shopware 5, you only receive updates through third-party providers like SafeFive - and only as long as they maintain support.

• More modern encryption and security architectureShopware 6 relies on current encryption standards and a more secure system architecture. Especially in times of the GDPR, protecting your customer data is more important than ever.

• Integrated protection against modern attacksSQL injections, XSS attacks, and other typical forms of attacks are among the biggest threats to online shops. Shopware 6 comes with integrated protection mechanisms that make your system more secure.

• Support for current PHP and MySQL versionsNew versions of PHP and MySQL not only offer better performance, but also significantly improved security. Shopware 6 is optimized for the latest versions of these technologies, while Shopware 5 has to run on outdated versions that may have security vulnerabilities.

Missed Opportunities: What you missed with Shopware 5

While security is indeed the central theme, Shopware 6 also brings you many other advantages:

• Better PerformanceYour shop runs noticeably faster with Shopware 6, which not only pleases your customers but also increases your conversion rate.

• More flexibility in design.With Shopware 6, you can design your shop much more individually and modern. The user interface is simpler and more intuitive, which saves you a lot of work.

• Headless CommerceYou can control various frontends such as websites, apps, and other platforms simultaneously. Shopware 6 offers you maximum flexibility and future security here.

• ScalabilityYour business is growing? No problem. Shopware 6 scales with you and adapts to your growth without the need to constantly integrate new systems.

Yes, switching to Shopware 6 initially requires a financial investment. But if you consider the ongoing costs for SafeFive If you are against it, you will quickly realize that the investment is worth it. After about a year, you will have covered the migration costs through saving. SafeFive-Fees are back in - and at the same time, you benefit from a modern, secure, and future-proof system. And don't forget: Sooner or later, you will have to do the migration anyway.

So what are you waiting for? Switch to Shopware 6 now, which offers you much more than just security updates. And save yourself the double costs.