Magento is a modern cart that has many features and modules that allow you to create very customised datafeeds.
We can re-useIf you have a datafeed that you are using already, please email us the link to test. Almost any other feed for another shopping comparison site will work with us. Email it to support@myshopping.com.au
Use the free MyShopping ScriptsCheck which version you have
You can easily check what version you are using by logging into the Magento Commerce front end, it should be easy to find it in the footer. Another way to check is by typing in the following URL in your browser http://yoursite/downloader
Step 1: Download the right script for your version *NEW* Compatible with: 1.1-2.0x (All Versions)download:
https://merchant.myshopping.com.au/doc/Datafeed_Myshopping_Magento.zipProducts exported: Enabled, Simple Products
Special Notes: Stock Status & Shipping Price are only accurate if the default settings are used for Stock Level and Shipping rates.
*PREVIOUS* Compatible with: 1.7x-1.9xdownload:
https://merchant.myshopping.com.au/doc/myshopping_magento.zipProducts exported: Enabled, Simple Products
Special Notes: Stock Status & Shipping Price are only accurate if the default settings are used for Stock Level and Shipping rates.
Step 2: Upload the scriptUnzip the PHP file and upload it (myshopping_magento.php) to your root directory where index.php is located - for this you will need to use the web site hosting login. Usually this is done via CPanel. If you are unfamiliar with this action then you may need to contact your web developer or hosting provider.
For Magento 1.1-1.9x usersPoint the browser to:
http://yoursite/myshopping_Magento.php, save the file myshopping_feed.txt when prompted.
For Magento 2.x usersPoint the browser to:
http://yoursite/myshopping_magento.php?v=2, save the file myshopping_feed.txt when prompted.
Step 3: Look at the dataOnce all is set up you need to check the result and make sure the output is correct. Point the browser to: http://yoursite/myshopping_magento.php, Your browser will fill with data or a file called myshopping_datafeed.txt will download. Check the product data is in your feed.
Step 4: Send us the linkThe link will be http://yoursite/myshopping_magento.php or http://yoursite/myshopping_magento.php?v=2
Looking for other feed managers? You can find other feed managers on the Magento Commerce Site here
https://marketplace.magento.com/extensions/sales/comparison-shopping-engines.html Disclaimer: Magento is open source free software, which we believe to be reliable, but we do not represent its accuracy, its completeness and we do not carry any responsibility for its functionality or guarantee its operation with your system. If you do incur problems with this software please contact your website developer.
FAQQ: Can I control what data I send you?
A: You need to have a custom module that supports the ability to select products to send to us. You can find other feed managers on the Magento Commerce Site here
Q: Can I set the shipping value?
A: You have the following options
- For merchants using the myshopping script for V 1.8 or later, we ask you to check the feed file is outputting the correct data. If it needs modification you can ask your developer to look at the PHP file.
- Supply an accurate shipping field in your feed (Ask your developer to use 0=free, value=decimal amount or no data=null for the content of the field)
- You can always override your shipping field in your account under the settings for My DataFeed>Shipping Configuration.
Q: Can I set the Stock Status?
A: For merchants using the myshopping script for V 1.8 or later, we ask you to check the feed file is outputting the correct data. For any other version of the script or datafeed please use stock status of Y or N.
Please let us know if you have any questions.