How to Import Products from CSV File: Complete Guide

How to Import Products from CSV File: Complete Guide

By Michael Turner

January 24, 2025 at 08:36 AM

To import products using a .csv file in Squarespace:

  1. First Steps:
  • Download the appropriate .csv template from your Products panel
  • Open the file in Excel or Google Sheets
  • Ensure your store is created with matching URL slugs and categories
  1. File Requirements:
  • Up to 10,000 products (version 7.1) or 200 products (version 7.0)
  • Maximum 250 variants per product
  • One-time import (changes won't sync automatically)
  1. Key Fields to Fill:
  • Product Type: Enter "Physical" or "Service"
  • Product URL: 3-200 characters, hyphen-separated
  • Title: Up to 200 characters
  • Price: Numbers only, up to 2 decimal places
  • Categories: Must match existing store categories
  • Visibility: Enter "Yes" for visible, "No" for hidden
  1. Image Requirements:
  • Use direct image URLs ending in .jpg, .gif, or .png
  • Separate multiple images with spaces or line breaks
  • Images must be web-hosted (not from local drive)
  1. Common Issues to Avoid:
  • Missing Product ID column
  • Incorrect URL protocols (try both http:// and https://)
  • Special characters or formatting in cells
  • Mismatched categories or URL slugs

Spreadsheet with missing data

Spreadsheet with missing data

For variants, add each option combination on a new line, keeping product information only on the first line. Before importing, verify all categories exist and URL slugs match your store's structure.

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