Smooth Data Import Process on Machineseeker.com
Advertising your machines becomes effortless with Machineseeker. We handle the marketing to ensure your listings reach as many potential buyers as possible. Simplifying the listing process for you is our priority. If you’re looking to sell numerous machines, we provide straightforward solutions for swift imports. In this article, we’ll delve into the options available for optimal data import, beyond the conventional listing methods.
Our Suggestion: Automatic Import with Real-Time API
If you’ve signed up for the Professional Plan with 10 machines or more, you can take advantage of automatic import using the Real-Time API. This is particularly handy for dealers with lots of machines already listed on their own websites, as it saves them from having to manually synchronize data.
How does automatic import with Real-Time API work?
An API is an interface through which different programs can interact with each other — in our case, your machine database with our online marketplace. Once set up, our server compares changes in your inventory with our data and updates your listings fully automatically and in real-time. Technical details for setting up the Real-Time API can be found in the documentation, either by you or your IT team.
What are the benefits of automatic import with Real-Time API?
Real-Time Updating
The data from your website or database automatically synchronizes with our server, keeping your listings always up to date. For example, price changes become immediately visible on Machineseeker.
Time Savings
Automatic import reduces your time spent, as we automatically import your inventory from your database. This allows for importing large amounts of data simultaneously, freeing up your time for sales conversations. You can sell multiple used machines in a shorter amount of time.
Multilingual Support
With automatic import using Real-Time API, you can manage your listings in all languages supported by Machineseeker and use your own translations.
Manual Import
To manually import your data with us, choose the manual data import option. You manually create an Excel list in which you input the available machines. For a smooth process, you have the option to download a sample file. Simply enter your available machines in the file and then upload it for import. The exact process is detailed in our help file.
How does manual import work?
To manually import your data, choose the manual data* import option. You manually create an Excel list in which you input the available machines. For a smooth process, you have the option to download a sample file. Simply enter your available machines in the file and then upload it for import. The exact process is detailed in our help file*.
When is manual import suitable for me?
Manual import is a good option if you have not uploaded your machines to your own website and prefer not to input the data individually through the traditional listing process in your user account. However, we suggest using automatic import via the Real-Time API if you’re listing multiple machines, as it can significantly reduce your workload.
Do you have any questions?
Please feel free to contact our support team by phone or email.
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