How to Export Shopify Blog Posts to CSV

As a Shopify store owner, you may find the need to back up your blog posts in bulk or edit them all at once using Excel or Google Sheets. Surprisingly, however, Shopify’s default features do not include a “CSV export for blog posts” option.

Quick Answer: Solve It with Blog Importer’s Free Export Feature

The most reliable method to export Shopify blog posts to CSV is using the export feature of the “Blog Importer” app. With just a few clicks, you can download all blog posts (or specific blogs) in your store in CSV format. You can then reuse this file directly as a template for bulk uploading. The export feature is completely free to use.

3 Use Cases for CSV Export

1. Bulk Backups: Perform regular backups as your blog content grows.
2. Bulk SEO Optimization: Efficiently edit and replace titles and meta descriptions in bulk, then re-import them to streamline your SEO strategy.
3. Store-to-Store Migration: Seamlessly transfer articles and images from one Shopify store to another.

3-Step Export Process

Step 1: Access the Export Page

Navigate to the “Export” tab from the Blog Importer app menu.

Step 2: Select the Target Blog

Select the blog you want to export. You can choose to export all blog posts at once or target a specific category (e.g., News, Blog).

Step 3: Download the CSV

Click the “Download CSV” button to start the process. It may take a little time if you have a large number of articles, but once completed, the CSV file will be saved directly via your browser.

What Data is Exported?

The Blog Importer’s CSV export includes more than just plain text. It comprehensively extracts the following data:

• Titles and Content (HTML format)
• Featured Image URLs
• Tags and URL Handles (Slugs)
• Metafields (Custom Fields): Metafields configured in your Shopify admin panel are also exported based on the app’s specific formatting rules.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I edit the exported CSV and import it back?

Yes. The Blog Importer is designed so that the exported CSV works directly as an import template. Simply bulk edit the file in a spreadsheet and upload it again to reflect the changes in your store.

Can I also export product collections?

Yes. In addition to blog posts, the app supports exporting product collections. This is highly useful when you need to reorganize multiple collections at once.