Streamline your data management process with the CSV Online File + checkout on Instagram integration

A CSV file is a type of file used to store your contacts data from different sources, such as your email marketing software, CRM, etc. For example, by downloading a CSV file of your leads, you can upload these data on other tools in order to better manage your follow up and sales processes. CSVs contain information separated by commas, saved in a .csv format.

CSV files can be used with any spreadsheet program, such as Microsoft Excel, Open Office Calc, or Google Spreadsheets. However, with CSVs you can’t define or save cells, columns, or rows. Moreover, you can’t save formulas.

CSVs are also used for managing ecommerces for importing and exporting product, customer, and order information.

Checkout on Instagram is an "in-app" payment system, which would allow Instagram to be compared to a real eCommerce site. The checkout function enables users to purchase without ever leaving the Instagram app, creating a simplified and two-touch process to convert Instagram followers directly into loyal customers.

With checkout on Instagram, customers can make a simple tap to view a product from an affordable post and then continue the payment process, all within Instagram. All they have to do is enter their name, email, billing information, and shipping address, only the first time they checkout.

The ability to guide the audience from browsing to buying in a few quick touches has a significant impact on the conversion rate as it creates a unique experience for customers. Furthermore, checkout on Instagram ensures that brands do not have access to valuable customer data (such as emails) since all communications are managed by Instagram rather than by the brand directly, avoiding excessive data dissemination.