Import Export Category

The Import Export Category Extension for Magento 2 by VDCstore enables merchants to easily import and export product categories using CSV files, making category management faster, more accurate, and scalable. This Magento extension is ideal for stores with large catalogs, frequent category updates, multi-store setups, or merchants migrating data between environments.

With this extension, store owners can export existing categories—including hierarchy, attributes, and metadata—into a CSV file for offline editing or backup. Categories can then be imported back into Magento in bulk, allowing merchants to create, update, or restructure category trees without manual admin work. For example, a growing ecommerce store can quickly add hundreds of categories, update SEO fields, or reorganize catalog structures across multiple stores in minutes instead of hours. The extension ensures a smooth and controlled import process while maintaining Magento’s native category system integrity.

Account & Pricing

No separate account is required to use this extension for Magento.
There are no additional fees for using the Import Export Category Extension for Magento 2.

For setup, customization, or billing-related questions, please contact VDCstore directly at help@vdcstore.com.

Key Features

• Category Import via CSV: Bulk import categories using structured CSV files.
• Category Export Functionality: Export existing categories for backup or offline editing
• Hierarchy Support: Maintain parent-child category relationships during import and export.
• SEO Data Handling: Import and export category meta titles, descriptions, and URLs.
• Bulk Category Management: Create, update, or restructure large category trees efficiently.
• Multi-Store Compatibility: Supports category data across multiple store views.
• Admin-Friendly Interface: Simple configuration and execution from Magento admin.
• Data Validation: Prevents errors and ensures clean category imports.
• Seamless Magento Integration: Fully compatible with Magento’s native category architecture.

Installation & Configuration

1.Download the zip file and extract it to /app/code/VDCstore.

2.Run the following Magento CLI commands:

  - php bin/magento setup:upgrade

  - php bin/magento setup:di:compile

  - php bin/magento setup:static-content:deploy

  - php bin/magento cache:clean

  - php bin/magento cache:flush

3.Log in to Magento Admin > Stores > Configuration > VDCSTORE > Import Export Category Settings.

4.Enable the module and configure CSV import and export options as required.

5.Export existing categories from the admin panel to generate a CSV template.

6.Modify or create categories in the CSV file and upload it to import categories in bulk.

7.Review imported categories directly from the Magento category management section.