Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Do OptiNiche customers get free access to the import software?
    The OptiNiche eBook package and the WordPress Data Feed Import software are two separate products. OptiNiche customers still need to purchase the software if they wish to use it.
  2. Do you need to own the OptiNiche eBook package to use the import software?
    Since the two packages are independent products, you can use the import software without owning the OptiNiche eBook package and vice versa.
  3. Do WordPress Data Feed Import customers receive a discount on the OptiNiche eBook package?
    Since the OptiNiche eBook package and WordPress Data Feed Import script are two separate products, they will need to be purchase separately at their listed prices.
  4. What kind of feeds does the WordPress Data Feed Import software support?
    Any feed that is in properly formatted .csv or .txt format is supported. It also supports feeds that use colon (:), semi-colon (;), comma (,), or pipe (|) separators.
  5. Does the WordPress Data Feed Import script only work with Shareasale datafeeds?
    The WordPress Data Feed Import script will work with any properly formatted CSV or text data feeds, so it is not limited only to Shareasale merchants - however, it’s one of the most easily accessible datafeeds available.
  6. How much system resources does the WordPress Data Feed Import script consume?
    The WordPress Data Feed Import script is designed to use minimal system resources. Once you’ve run the script once, you will not need to run it again (unless the merchant updates their data feed) or set it up on cron. (Frequent cron jobs tend to use a lot of system resources and most hosts do not like that.)
  7. What are the minimum server requirements to run the WordPress Data Feed Import script?
    Chances are, if you can install WordPress on your server, you can run this script. It doesn’t require any special treatment from your server to operate. If you’re looking for a detailed answer: PHP 4.2 (or higher) and a working installation of WordPress 2.3.x or 2.5.x.
  8. Do you need to use a cron job with the WordPress Data Feed Import script?
    No. Even if you decide to use the auto-update feature which allows you to specify the number of hours/days between publication of the individual products to the website, you will not need to set up a cron job.
  9. What are some of the features/advantages of the WordPress Data Feed Import script?
    The WordPress Data Feed Import script is easy to set up (upload a few files), easy to use, and requires minimal formatting of the datafeed file. Depending on how clean the datafeed file is to begin with, complete preparation for import can be done in less than 15 minutes – and that’s usually the longest part of the import process.With the WordPress Data Feed Import script, you can also choose to use categories defined in the datafeed file, or specify your own default category to use for your products. If the category doesn’t already exist, it will be created “on the fly.”In order to help combat duplicate content from affiliates using the same datafeed files, you can customize how your content lays out when imported, along with adding your own personal touch to each of the imported product pages (that means you can get creative).You can have an automatically updated website when you choose to trickle your products in over time or you can choose to publish all the products at the same time.You can have it set to publish a product in as little as 1 hour apart or days apart if you choose. This opens up new possibilities when importing multiple datafeeds and products - in some cases, you can have your website updating itself for a year or more.Also, when using the auto-update feature, the script does not use even hour intervals to help eliminate footprints and to make it appear as though it’s being updated by a human.Of course, that’s just some of the features/flexibility that the WordPress Data Feed Import script offers – the possibilities truly are endless when you combine it with your own creativity.
  10. Do I need to install the script on each domain that I’d like to import datafeeds to?
    Yes, this is because of how the script integrates with WordPress. Remember - the script does not require cron and is not remotely updated. That means, all the products, once imported, will already been in your installation of WordPress and it frees up your host’s system resources so it’s less likely the script will be banned.Also, the script doesn’t require installation - once you’ve updated the unlock code once, all you need to do is upload the files to the server, log in to your blog, and you’re ready to go.
  11. Is there an affiliate program?
    Yes, however, the partner’s program is only open to previous WordPress Data Feed Import script owners. If you feel you may be able to offer a JV deal, please use the contact form and see if we can work something out.
  12. Where will my confirmation e-mail be sent?
    Once you’ve completed your order, your confirmation e-mail will be sent to the primary PayPal e-mail address. If you haven’t received your confirmation e-mail within an hour (should only take a few minutes, but sometimes cyberspace has a mind of its own), double check your spam filters or you can request your confirmation e-mail be reissued within 30 days. Please note that the confirmation e-mail will be re-sent to the primary PayPal payment address.
  13. I receive an error that I need to log into the blog before importing datafeeds. What should I do?
    Please read and follow the instructions outlined at Logging into the WPDFI Script Admin.
  14. Do you offer WordPress technical support?
    WordPress is separate software from the WPDFI script and has its own support forum. If you need support unrelated to the WPDFI script itself, there will be an additional charge for services.
  15. Do you offer telephone support or consulting?
    Telephone technical support or consulting is available at an additional charge. If you’re interested in this service, please send an e-mail to schedule an appointment.