If you want a powerful, scalable backup of your Shopify store data, exporting it to Google BigQuery is one of the best options out there. BigQuery is a cloud data warehouse that can handle millions of rows, run complex SQL queries, and connect directly to reporting tools like Looker Studio.
You can export a huge range of store data, including:
• Orders & line items
• Products & inventory
• Customers
• Collections, refunds, payouts, transactions and much more
Recommended approach:
1. Start with a full historical export to get a complete snapshot from day one
2. Switch to daily appending so new orders and data are added automatically going forward
3. Run a manual export before any major store changes
Once it’s set up, your Shopify data lives in BigQuery as a clean, queryable dataset. Its great for combining with ad spend, analytics, or financial data for deeper reporting.
To get started, search for BigQuery in the Shopify App Store to find apps that automate the sync. Just connect your Shopify store, point it at a BigQuery dataset, set a schedule, and you’re done.
Has anyone else been using BigQuery with their Shopify store? Keen to hear how you’re using the data!