PrestaShop Data Import & Export — Reliable and Powerful Modules

Managing your data efficiently is crucial for every PrestaShop store — from importing product catalogs to exporting orders, syncing with external tools, or migrating a shop. This section features modules specialized in data import and export to simplify these technical operations and save you time.

Why Use a Data Import/Export Module?

Without the right module, importing or exporting large amounts of data can be slow, error-prone, and limited by the back office. A dedicated module allows you to:

• Automatically synchronize data between your store and an ERP, CRM, or external system.
• Bulk import products, categories, images, or attributes from CSV / XML files.
• Export customers, orders, or statistics for external reporting or accounting tools.
• Migrate smoothly between two PrestaShop stores or environments.

Key Features of Data Import/Export Modules

Catalog Import

Quickly import products from CSV, Excel, XML, or API sources with support for attributes, combinations, images, categories, pricing, and stock management.

Customer & Order Export

Export customer data (names, emails, addresses, purchase history) or order data with filters (date, status, total amount) for marketing or reporting purposes.

Automated Synchronization

Schedule recurring imports or exports (cron jobs) to keep your store and external systems automatically synchronized — no manual work required.

Store Migration or Duplication

Export all shop data and import it into another store — perfect for upgrades, redesigns, or multi-store setups.

Best Practices for Importing & Exporting Data

1. Always make a full database backup before performing import/export operations.
2. Test the process first in a staging or development environment.
3. Use cleanly formatted files (CSV with clear delimiters, UTF-8 encoding).
4. Handle images separately when possible (remote URLs, absolute paths).
5. Prevent duplicate records by setting unique keys (product reference, SKU, ID).
6. Check logs or reports after each import/export to identify errors or skipped entries.

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions About Data Import/Export

Can a data import/export module handle thousands of products?

Yes. Professional modules are optimized for large catalogs using chunked processing (batch handling) and memory optimization techniques.

Can I import data from another system (ERP, CRM)?

Yes. Many modules support imports via REST API, Webservice, or structured file formats (CSV/XML) to communicate with external systems.

Do export modules include all necessary data (customers, orders, statuses)?

Most modules include all key entities (customers, orders, products) and allow custom filtering and data selection before export.

Are these modules compatible with PrestaShop 8 / 1.7?

Yes. All import/export modules featured on PrestashopFreeModules are tested with modern PrestaShop versions (1.7 and 8.0). Always check each module’s technical details.

How can I avoid import errors or duplicate entries?

Set unique identifiers such as product reference or ID, and use update/merge options provided by the module to prevent duplication.