How to Connect to Etsy
This guide will walk you through the process of connecting your Etsy shop to Apideck's Unified API.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- An active Etsy account with a shop
- Your Etsy shop name
How to Find Your Etsy Shop Name
Your Etsy shop name is an essential piece of information needed to connect to the Etsy API. Here's how to find it:
Method 1: From Your Etsy Shop URL
- Log in to your Etsy account
- Navigate to your shop by clicking on "Shop Manager" in the top navigation bar
- Click at the URL on the top of the page. It will be in this format:
apideck.etsy.com
- Now you can copy your Shop Name from the URL shown in the browser.
Method 2: From Shop Settings
- Log in to your Etsy account
- Click on "Shop Manager" in the top navigation bar
- In the left sidebar, click on "Settings"
- Click on "Info & Appearance"
- Your shop name will be displayed at the top of the page
Configure the Etsy Connector in Apideck
- Enter your Shop Name in the designated field
- Click "Save" to store your settings
- Click "Authorize" and complete the flow to establish the connection
- Select your Shop ID from the dropdown and click on "Save"
Verify the Connection
After connecting, you should see a "Connected" status in the Apideck dashboard. You can now use the Etsy connector with Apideck's Unified API.
Troubleshooting
Connection Issues
If you encounter issues connecting to Etsy:
- Verify that your Shop Name is entered correctly (it's case-sensitive)
- Ensure your Etsy shop is active and in good standing
- Check that you have the necessary permissions to access your shop's data