Import your product data

Learn about the different options for importing your product data into Channable.

Choose your import type

Channable offers several different import type options:

• Import via a data file: Import from XML, CSV, TXT, JSON, Google Sheets, or Google Cloud Storage.
• Import via a webshop: Import from popular webshops, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, or Magento.

Choose the import option that best fits your business. A data file import can be quicker if you already have a clean feed. A webshop import is often easier when you use a supported platform and can connect it directly.

Import type	Typical setup effort	Best fit when	Why choose it
Import via a webshop	●○○ Low	You use a supported webshop platform, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, or Magento.	It connects Channable directly to your store, so setup is often simpler and you do not need to create a separate data feed first.
Import via a data file	●●○ Medium	You already have a product feed, spreadsheet, or export file. It also fits when your platform is not listed as a supported webshop.	It gives you a flexible import route from XML, CSV, TXT, JSON, Google Sheets, or Google Cloud Storage.

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Meet channel requirements

Each channel has its own product data requirements. Fields, formats, and naming can differ per channel.

After you start your import, Channable organizes your source data into import fields and maps them to standardized project fields. This helps you prepare one product catalog for multiple channels.

Before you finish your import, review your field mapping carefully:

• Check that important fields like id, price, link, and image_link are mapped correctly.
• Fix any warnings in Edit mapping before you continue.
• Rename or remap fields if your source uses different field names.

For the next step, see Map your import fields to project fields.