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Shopify CSV import checklist
Use this pre-import workflow to reduce failed uploads, accidental overwrites, and catalog data corruption.
Open Shopify CSV Checker
Runs in your browser. Your CSV is not uploaded.
Core pre-import checklist
- Required headers exist and are not duplicated.
- Handle groups are intentional and map to one product family each.
- Variant option names and values are complete and consistent.
- Each variant combination and SKU is unique.
- Variant prices are numeric and non-empty.
- Image Src and Variant Image fields use valid absolute URLs.
- File size and row count are split into safe import batches if needed.
- Overwrite-risk rows are reviewed before upload.
- Test import strategy is defined for first batch.
Related Shopify CSV guides
FAQ
What should I check before importing a Shopify CSV?
Validate required headers, handle groups, variant structure, prices, image URLs, and file-size batching before import.
Should I run a checker even after using a checklist?
Yes. The checklist gives a process, and the checker gives row-level validation that catches hidden issues.
How do I reduce rollback risk on large imports?
Split large files into deterministic batches and validate each batch before upload.