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Firebear Improved Import & Export for Magento 2 Changelog

- Magento 2, Our extensions
improved import and export - Magento 2 extension

The following blog post will help you retrace the evolution of the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 module. The article gathers updates associated with the extension’s new version from the very beginning. At the time of 1.0.0, it was a basic import solution with an existing import jobs architecture and import cron automation. With the next few versions, the module got such enhancements as product attribute import on the fly, transfers from FTP, SFTP, URL, Dropbox, custom mapping, etc. Each new release made the Improved Import stronger and stronger. However, it was still an import-only tool until 1.5.0 was released. With this version, our extension became capable of both import and export processes. You can peruse the detailed evolution of the module and see its latest features below. 

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Specification Details
Latest Extension Version 3.8.9
Release Date October 08, 2026
Latest Supported Magento Open Source Version Magento 2.4.9
Latest Supported Adobe Commerce Version Adobe Commerce 2.4.9
Latest Supported PHP Version PHP 8.5

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How to Import & Export Products in Magento 2 & Adobe Commerce : The Complete Guide for 2026 (CSV, Images, MSI, Configurable Products & More)

- Magento 2

Magento 2 Product Import Export Tutorial

Magento 2 product import and export are closely connected processes that form a workflow for transferring catalog data into or out of Magento in bulk, making it essential for store migrations, catalog updates, inventory and price synchronization, and product feeds. Whether you use Magento 2 Open Source or Adobe Commerce, efficient import/export saves you from updating products one by one.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to import and export Magento 2 products, starting with the native CSV requirements and default import process. We cover product types, images, attributes, custom options, stock, pricing, tier prices, and common import challenges.

Magento’s built-in tools work well for straightforward CSV operations, but large or complex catalogs often require flexible mapping, automation, multiple data sources, and advanced import options. That’s where Improved Import & Export for Magento 2 can streamline your workflow and handle recurring catalog updates at scale.

Need more than basic CSV imports? Explore Improved Import & Export for Magento 2 to automate product transfers, map data flexibly, and connect Magento with external platforms and data sources.
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Improved Import / Export Magento 2 Extension Manual

- Magento 2, Our extensions

In this article, we take a closer look at the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension, covering everything you need to know about using it for data transfers in Magento 2 (both Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source). You’ll learn how to install and configure the extension, create import and export jobs, and transfer data for different Magento entities. We also cover CLI data transfers, process automation, extension customization endpoints, and troubleshooting, along with practical use cases and specific features that can help you get more from the extension.

Improved Import & Export lets you import and export CSV, XML, and JSON files containing product data and product images in Magento 2. You can import files from a remote FTP/SFTP server, Dropbox, a direct URL to a source CSV file, Google Sheets, and other sources. The extension also supports dedicated category imports from CSV files, importing attribute values and creating new attributes on the fly, scheduling import jobs with cron, and more.

On the export side, Improved Import & Export provides advanced options for transferring Magento data, including order exports and configurable export jobs with attribute and database table field mapping. Continue Reading

How to Run Magento 2 Import if Required Columns Are Missing

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 Import without Required Columns

Welcome to our guide on how to import data to Magento 2 if something is missing in a table. Below, we shed light on a very important aspect of every import process – columns (attributes) of an import file. What if your data table doesn’t contain one? By default, you face the inability to transfer the update to your Magento 2 website. Many different entities can be transferred into Magento 2, so you have to deal with various data depending on your particular business case. However, the absence of the smallest detail can ruin all your data transfer efforts. Especially if you use the default data transfer solutions. 

Luckily, we know how to prevent such issues. Meet the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension. With the help of this plugin, you can import data to Magento 2 if some required columns are missed. The following article describes this process. You can either manually add the necessary columns or automate the missed data addition using the module’s functionality. Besides, you will discover the required CSV file structure as well as core features of the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension
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How to Import Etsy Reviews to Shopify Step-by-Step Guide

- Shopify

how to Import Etsy Reviews to Shopify

Expanding an Etsy store to a fully featured e-commerce website on Shopify is an exciting step for any business owner. Of course, you will want to keep all the data of the old e-commerce storefront by copying it to the new platform. One critical aspect of this transition is ensuring that your hard-earned Etsy reviews are imported into your new Shopify website. Below, we explain, why importing Etsy reviews to Shopify is important. 

Next, this guide explains how to import Etsy reviews to Shopify in three intuitive steps. First, we present two different ways of exporting product reviews from Etsy. After that, the article focuses on Shopify’s reference CSV file with product review data. You will need to edit your Etsy reviews according to it. The last chapter explains the import methodology on the Shopify side.  If you are not sure what platform to choose, check our Shopify vs. Etsy Fees comparison.  Continue Reading

How To Update Order Status Via CSV In Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Magento 2

Magento 2 export CLI

In the following article, we shed light on how to update orders in Magento 2 with the help of CSV files. Since this procedure is impossible if you use the platform’s default import tools, many merchants try to find the most reliable and flexible solution. We will describe such an instrument below. In this article, you will learn how to update the order status in Magento 2 via CSV and files of other formats. As you might have already guessed, there is no need to reinvent the bicycle. It is only necessary to choose one of the available solutions. So, let’s see what Magento 2 extension lets you update orders in Magento 2 in the most flexible manner. Please, check our cookbook for more similar articles. Continue Reading

Amasty Export Orders Extension for Magento 2 and 1

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Magento tips & tricks

Amasty Magento 2 Order Export module review

If you are looking for the most powerful migration tool for Magento 2 or Magento 1, check out our Improved Import Magento 2 Extension and Improved Import Magento Module.

The Magento marketplace also offers alternative solutions for improving the default Magento import/export process. In this post, we shed light on the Magento 2 Export Orders extension by Amasty. This tool offers only export features but does everything quite well. Also, note that we’ve compared the Amasty Magento 2 export orders module with other similar extensions here: Magento 2 Order Export Extensions Comparison.

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How to Import Custom Files to Shopify

- E-Commerce, Shopify

 shopify import & export app

Fail to import custom files to Shopify? You’ve come to the right place. Although you cannot do that with the platform’s default tools, an alternative solution is suitable for this procedure. In the following article, we describe where the issue comes from and how to address it.  Continue Reading

How to add a custom import adapter in Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Fire development, Magento 2

Magento 2 export CLI

StackExchange is always a good source of answers to all possible questions, including ones related to Magento 2. Therefore, we monitor the platform to provide you with the most useful solutions posted there. This time our attention is captured by Mir, who asks about a custom import adapter for Magento 2. The author of the question is not satisfied with the default import opportunities of the platform (and we know why), so let’s find out how to solve the current issue. Find more tips in our Cookbook. Continue Reading

How to Read a CSV File & Convert It into an Array in Magento 2

- E-Commerce, Fire development, Magento 2

Magento 2 import customer passwords

The following article describes how to read a CSV file and convert it into an array in Magento 2. We also shed light on an alternative way of transferring data to your e-commerce website, when you don’t need to perform complicated manipulations over CSV files or can eliminate them from data transfer entirely. More useful tips are available in our Magento 2 Cookbook. Continue Reading