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Advanced Magento 2 Import of Images: How to Bulk Upload Product Pictures from FTP, Google Drive & More

- Magento 2, Our extensions

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Importing product images in Magento 2 is one of the most common challenges merchants face when setting up or updating their catalogs. By default, Magento only looks for pictures inside the root catalog of your store, which often forces you to move files manually before running a CSV import. This process is time-consuming and error-prone — especially if you receive thousands of product images from suppliers or keep them on external servers.

With the Improved Import & Export extension, you can streamline this workflow. The module introduces the Use Image Import Source feature, which lets you import product images in Magento 2 directly from FTP/SFTP, as well as from cloud storage like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. Instead of shuffling files back and forth, you can bulk upload and assign images to products automatically.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to use Magento 2 import images functionality with the Improved Import & Export extension, how to import product images using CSV and external sources, and why this approach is a game-changer for stores managing large or frequently updated catalogs. And if you’re looking for more developer insights, don’t forget to check out our Magento 2 Developer’s Cookbook.
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How to Export Files from BigCommerce via FTP

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

We’ve already described how to import files to BigCommerce via FTP. Today, you will learn how to do the opposite – export BigCommerce customers, products, and orders to a remote server using FTP. By default, the platform only lets you run the export procedure and then download a CSV file from your e-commerce storefront. If you provide your partners with regular updates, this procedure may consume much time. However, there is a more efficient way to exchange data – BigCommerce FTP export. You will need the Firebear Import & Export Tool to implement this functionality. In the following tutorial, you will learn how to export files from BigCommerce via FTP. Also, don’t forget to go over our BigCommerce Cookbook for other helpful hints. Continue Reading

How to Import Files to BigCommerce via FTP

- BigCommerce, Our extensions

BigCommerce Import: products, customers, orders

Today, you will learn how to import files to BigCommerce via FTP. It means that you can transfer data from a remote server instead of uploading a corresponding file manually as the default BigCommerce import implies.

There is a better way to run your updates by enabling BigCommerce FTP import. You will need the Firebear Import & Export Tool to replace the standard BigCommerce data transfer solution and get the missing functionality. The following tutorial will teach you how to import files to BigCommerce via FTP from a remote server. Also, don’t forget to go over our BigCommerce Cookbook for other helpful hints. Continue Reading

How to Export Products, Customers, & Orders from Shopware 6 via FTP

- Our extensions, Shopware

We’ve already described how to import files to Shopware 6 from FTP. Today, you will learn how to do the opposite – export Shopware customers, products, and orders to FTP. By default, the platform only lets you run the export procedure and then download a CSV file from your e-commerce storefront. This process is associated with multiple manual actions, especially if you provide your partners with regular updates. However, there is a more efficient way to exchange data – Shopware 6 FTP export. You will need the Improved Import, Export, and Mass Actions app to implement this functionality. In the following tutorial, you will learn how to export files from Shopware 6 via FTP. Also, don’t forget to go over our Shopware Cookbook for other helpful hints. Continue Reading

How to Import Files to Shopware 6 from FTP

- Our extensions, Shopware

By default, you can only upload files to Shopware 6. It means that if your update is stored somewhere on a remote server, you cannot import it to your e-commerce website. You will need to take it from the server and provide it to Shopware 6 manually. However, there is a way to enable Shopware 6 FTP import.  You will need the Improved Import, Export, and Mass Actions app because it completely revamps the standard Shopware 6 import. The following tutorial will teach you how to import files to Shopware 6 from FTP. Also, don’t forget to go over our Shopware Cookbook for other helpful hints. Continue Reading

How to Export Products, Orders, Customers, & Other Magento 2 Entities to Remote FTP & SFTP Server

- E-Commerce, Magento 2, Our extensions

Magento 2 Development; Magento 2 tutorial

Unfortunately, Magento 2 doesn’t provide any opportunities to export products, orders, customers, or other Magento 2 entities to a remote FTP or SFTP server. You have to run a standard export procedure instead and transfer the output manually. Besides, it is impossible to automate this process. The system leaves you in a situation when it is necessary to repeat all its steps manually every time an update is required. Luckily, there is a better way of achieving this goal. As you’ve probably guessed, it involves a third-party solution. In our example, we use the Improved Import & Export Magento 2 extension to export products, orders, customers, and other Magento 2 entities to a remote FTP/SFTP server. It also lets you import all entities from this file source. Continue Reading

Magento Security Ultimate Guide

- E-Commerce

Ultimate Guide to Magento Security

Thousands of Magento websites have been hacked recently. Luckily, there are several useful methods designed to fix the current problems. If your e-commerce website is insecure, then you should hurry up to prevent the undesirable consequences. If your store is affected, it is also important not to delay the solution of the problem. In the post below, we gathered all important information about Magento security issues, which will be useful in both cases.

Magento critical security patches SUPEE-5994, SUPEE-5344, SUPEE-1533 (Shoplift) (all official Magento security patches) Continue Reading