Note: This article covers the latest Catalog Machine version 2, our latest platform with enhanced Shopify integration features.
Overview
Catalog Machine's Shopify integration allows you to:
Import products and variants directly from your Shopify store
Keep product information synchronized
Extend products with additional fields and images
Create professional catalogs quickly
Before You Start
You'll need:
An active Shopify store
Admin access to your store
A Catalog Machine account
Products set up in your Shopify store
Consider organizing your products:
Review your Shopify collections
Ensure product information is up to date
Check your product images are high quality
Import Process
Watch this short 3-minute video for an overview of the steps for importing products from Shopify.
1. Connect to Shopify
Go to Import → Shopify in Catalog Machine
Click "View store products"
Enter your Shopify store name when prompted
Authorize Catalog Machine app in your Shopify store
Tip: If you're not sure about your .myshopify.com domain, you can find it in your Shopify admin under Settings → Domains, or in the URL when you log into your Shopify admin.
2. Select Products
Load and view your Shopify products
Filter products by:
Collections
Keywords
Status (active/draft)
Stock availability
Select products to import
Choose load size (up to 1000 products per batch)
3. Import
Select Products for Import
Choose Product Organization:
Category: Match Shopify Product Type or select existing
Collection: Match Shopify Collections or select existing
Advanced Options:
Inventory only update: Update only stock levels
Use 'Compare at price': Import Shopify's compare-at prices for the price field
Skip meta fields: Exclude custom fields from Shopify apps
Skip variants: Import main products only
Skip images: Import without product images
What Gets Imported
Standard Fields
Product name and description
Prices and SKUs
Images (main and variant-specific)
Product type and vendor
Collections and tags
Store URL
Variant Information
SKUs and barcodes
Prices (regular and compare-at)
Options (size, color, etc.)
Stock levels
Variant-specific images
Additional Data
Meta fields from Shopify apps
Custom fields
Collection assignments
Product status
After Import
Managing Products
Products are copied to Catalog Machine's database
Changes in Catalog Machine won't affect Shopify
Updates from Shopify can be imported anytime
Custom fields and additional images in Catalog Machine are preserved during updates
Next Steps
Create product catalogs using:
Auto Grid for quick multi-product pages
Product Lists for price lists
Custom layouts for unique designs
Add custom fields for additional information
Enhance product presentation with multiple images
Create custom Product Cards for consistent display
Advanced Features
Price Management
Add price tiers by extending category fields
Use parameters for dynamic pricing
Import compare-at prices for promotions
Image Management
Add multiple image fields in categories
Organize images with custom labels
Create Product Cards to display all images
Automation
Set up regular synchronization
Automate catalog updates
Tips and Best Practices
Before Import
Organize products in Shopify first
Create necessary categories in Catalog Machine
Plan your product structure
During Import
Start with a small batch as a test
Review import settings carefully
Match categories and collections appropriately
After Import
Verify imported data
Add any additional fields needed
Create product catalogs
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions:
Connection problems: Check Shopify app permissions
Missing products: Verify filter settings
Image issues: Check image sizes and formats
Field mapping: Review category structure
Need Help?
Contact our support team through chat for assistance with:
Connection issues
Import configuration
Product management
Custom requirements