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title: Import PIM categories
slug: configured-commerce/pim/import-pim-categories
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createdAt: 2026-08-05T19:28:06.847Z
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You can import categories and their tree structure in bulk. Use the provided import template to add new categories or update details for existing categories. If you have the **Auto assigned attributes** checkbox selected, all categories added through import include the [Auto-Assign Category Attributes](docId:6Mj26ibJQCL8mQFCffr0v) feature.

You cannot move, delete or edit the name of existing categories using the category import. It can only create new categories or update existing category details. If you change the **Parent Category** or **Name** of an existing category in the import file, a new category is created.

1. Click the **Import** on the Categories page.
2. Click **Download Template** if you have not already formatted your categories according to the template format.
3. Click **Choose File**.
4. Locate your category file and click **Open**.
5. Click **Continue**.

   ![category-import.png](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/BrbvVORKJ5iIeSMZye5kI/iSNb3J3FRCL7CKkcbma_8-20260720-144535.png)

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If you receive any validation errors, resolve them before attempting to import again. You can download the provided file to view error messages that are specific to each row.
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6. View your import progress at the top of the Categories list page or click **Cancel** to stop it. A log of the import displays on the Imports page.