Feed management
Feeds in Bulkflow: Overview & Usage
Overview of Feed in BulkFlow A Feed in Bulkflow is a data pipeline that allows you to import, export, update, or delete data between different sources and destinations, such as files, Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, and more. Each feed is a configured process that defines how data is transferred and processed. Key Features of Feed Flexible Data Operations – Import, export, update, and delete data with ease. Multiple Data Sources – Supports files (CSV, XLSX), Google ShFew readersManage results and automate a completed Feed
After your feed processing is complete, you’ll be redirected to the Result page. Here’s what you can do next: Automate Your Feed || This feature is not available if your feed file connection type is File Upload. Toggle Automate Feed to ON and configure the following settings: Schedule at: Choose when your feed should run. If the selected time has already passed, the feed will be scheduled for the next day. Select a Time Zone: Your current timeFew readersStep 3: Feed Processing
|| After configuring your Field Mapping, BulkFlow begins processing your feed to import data into your store. Here’s what to expect and how to manage the process. Monitoring Progress While BulkFlow processes your feed, you’ll see: Progress Bar – Shows how much of the import is complete. Time Remaining – Estimated time until the process finishes. Status Updates – Displays live feedback (e.g., "Processing row 50/100"). Managing the Process Pausing a Feed Need to stopFew readers
Prepare File
Metafields and Variant Metafields for Products Import and Update
Before adding metafields to your import file, make sure you’ve already created their definitions in your Shopify admin. Otherwise, Shopify will treat them as unstructured fields and may not handle them properly. You can follow Shopify’s official guide here to create definitions. Adding Metafield/Variant Metafield to Your Import/Update File If you're using BulkFlow Template: If you're using BulkPopularPrepare file for connection File upload
A File Upload connection in Bulkflow allows you to manually upload files for data import, export, update, or deletion. To ensure a smooth process, your file must meet the required format and structure. Supported File Types You can upload the following file formats: CSV (.csv) Excel (.xlsx, .xls) How to Prepare Your File 1. Ensure the Correct File Format Use CSV, **Excel **format. Avoid special characters in the file name. 2. Structure Your Data ProperlSome readersPrepare file for connection File URL
A File URL connection in Bulkflow allows you to import data from an externally hosted file via a direct link. Follow these steps to ensure a successful setup. Step 1: Get Your File URL Use a direct link to your file (not a webpage). Ensure the URL is publicly accessible or supports authentication. The file should be in one of the supported formats: CSV (.csv), Excel (.xlsx, .Few readersPrepare file for connection Google sheet
A Google Sheets connection in BulkFlow allows you to import, export, update, or delete data directly from a Google spreadsheet. To ensure a seamless process, follow these steps to properly prepare your Google Sheets file. Step 1: Ensure Your Google Sheets File is Ready Each row should present 1 record (e.g, one product variant or one order) Ensure there are no blank rows between records. The sheet must be set to Anyone with the link can view (if public) or properly shared wiFew readersPrepare file for connection FTP/SFTP
A FTP/SFTP connection in BulkFlow allows you to directly retrieve files from an FTP or SFTP server for data import, export, update, or deletion. Follow the steps below to set up your connection. Step 1: Enter Connection Credentials To connect to your FTP/SFTP server, you need to provide the following details: Required Fields Host URL: The address of your FTP/SFTP server (e.g., ftp.example.com or sftp.example.com). Username: Your FTP/SFTP account username. If you donFew readersGoogle Sheets Format for File Imports
To ensure successful integration with BulkFlow, it is essential that your file follows the correct format when using a public Google Sheets URL. Required Format Make sure your file is hosted on Google Sheets with proper sharing settings and accessible via a valid link. A correct example URL should look like: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/{spreadsheet_id} If you attempt to import a file uploaded as .xlsx (Excel), BulkFlow will not be able to retrieve the data via this link. InFew readers
Field Mapping
How to map product fields correctly
Field mapping is a crucial step in the import process that ensures your data is correctly aligned with the corresponding fields in your store. This guide will walk you through configuring the Field Mapping step for products in BulkFlow. Accessing Field Mapping After preparing your file in the Prepare File step, click Next Step to proceed to Field Mapping. Here, you’ll map the columns from your uploaded file to the fields in your store. Understanding the Interface Key CompPopularStatus Mapping for entity Products
The Status Mapping feature enables BulkFlow to correctly interpret and apply the status of each product during import. This ensures the import process handles product statuses more accurately and avoids avoidable errors. When to Use If your import file includes a custom status field (e.g. “Is Active”, “Enabled”, “Publish”), it’s important to map it to the STATUS field during the Field Mapping step when importing products. *For general instructions on Field Mapping, see [__Field MapFew readers