Choose the import setup

ACF Import Pro Add-On works with WP All Import to map data from CSV, Excel, or XML files to Advanced Custom Fields in WordPress. The import panel shows ACF fields beside the source data, so you can drag values into their destination fields and apply the mapping across records. Files can keep their existing structure, and CSV files do not need specific column names.

For basic values, use WP All Import with the free ACF Import Add-On. Expanded ACF field support requires WP All Import Pro, the free ACF Import Add-On, and ACF Import Pro Add-On to be active together. The Pro setup also includes premium technical support.

Fields and media

• The basic setup supports text, numbers, ranges, email addresses, URLs, and passwords.
• The Pro setup supports ACF fields such as Flexible Content, Relationships, Dates, Image Galleries, and Google Maps, along with Repeater fields.
• Import pictures and galleries from your computer, another server, or an external location. Files can also be downloaded from external websites, including sources protected with HTTP authentication.

Batching and recurring imports

Imports can handle practically unlimited file sizes by splitting them into chunks, subject to your server settings. With WP All Import Pro, you can schedule recurring imports to check a file for changes and add, edit, delete, or update custom post types.

Import templates can pass values through custom PHP functions, such as [my_function({data[1]})].

Import process

Install and activate WP All Import, the ACF Import Add-On, and the required Pro components. Start an import, pick your CSV, Excel, or XML file, and choose the WordPress content type. In the ACF panel, map source values to fields, then configure images or custom functions if needed, preview the result, and execute the import. Set a schedule through WP All Import Pro if you need recurring updates.

CSV files can be edited in common spreadsheet software. If special characters cause import problems, UTF-8 encoding is recommended.