Prestashop Module Override Jun 2026

If you edit a module’s PHP file (e.g., modules/ps_checkout/classes/PaymentModule.php ), your changes will be erased the next time the module is updated. Overrides live outside the module folder, so updates won’t touch them.

/override/modules/[module_name]/controllers/admin/[controller_name].php . prestashop module override

PrestaShop follows a strict "Don't touch the Core" philosophy. However, clients often require modifications that are not available via hooks. Currently, developers must manually create override files, which are fragile and can conflict during upgrades or when multiple modules try to override the same class. We need a standardized, programmatic way for modules to propose overrides. If you edit a module’s PHP file (e

This means you can completely replace a module’s class by placing your version in the /override/modules/ directory. developers must manually create override files