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Introducing External Engines: Connect Any Data Source to yousell

Mar 27, 2026 4 min read
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We've been listening. Since launch, the number-one request from power users has been the ability to bring their own data into yousell — not just the platforms we support natively, but any source: custom scrapers, niche marketplaces, internal sales data, supplier feeds.

Today, External Engines is live for all Pro and Agency plan subscribers.

What are External Engines?

External Engines are user-configurable data connectors. You provide an endpoint (REST API, webhook, or CSV upload), map the fields to yousell's schema, and the data flows into your dashboard in real time.

Once connected, your external data benefits from the same AI scoring, trend detection, and alerting infrastructure as our native engines.

How to set one up

  • Navigate to **Admin → External Engines → Add Engine**
  • Give it a name and select your source type (REST API, Webhook, or CSV)
  • Paste your endpoint URL and authentication details
  • Map your fields to yousell's schema using our drag-and-drop mapper
  • Set your refresh interval (minimum 15 minutes on Pro, 5 minutes on Agency)
  • Hit **Activate** — data starts flowing immediately
  • What you can connect

  • Any REST API returning JSON
  • Webhooks (we generate a unique inbound URL for you)
  • CSV uploads (manual or via scheduled link)
  • Shopify custom metafields
  • Your own database via our read-only connector
  • What's next

    We're working on native connectors for Faire, Tundra, and Wayfair. These will be auto-configured — no field mapping needed. Expected Q2 2026.

    External Engines are available now. Log in and head to your Engine settings to get started.

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