Description
What This Add-On Does
The WP All Import – Meta Box Add-On extends the core WP All Import plugin to support direct data mapping into fields created with the Meta Box plugin. If you’re managing custom field data across XML, CSV, Excel, or Google Sheets files and need that data to populate Meta Box field groups accurately, this add-on bridges that gap without requiring custom development work.
Rather than writing manual import scripts or wrestling with database queries, you can map your source data columns directly to Meta Box fields through a drag-and-drop interface. This makes it practical for developers and site administrators who regularly handle structured data imports into WordPress sites built around Meta Box field configurations.
Key Features
- Broad file format support – Import from XML, CSV, Excel, and Google Sheets files without format conversion
- Meta Box field compatibility – Maps directly to custom fields registered through the Meta Box plugin, including complex field types
- WooCommerce and ACF compatibility – Works alongside other field systems and e-commerce data structures within the same import workflow
- Image and category handling – Assign images and taxonomy terms as part of the same import process
- Flexible scheduling – Automate recurring imports on a defined schedule to keep content synchronized with external data sources
- Gravity Forms integration – Supports importing data into Gravity Forms entries where applicable
- Developer-friendly API – Extend or customize import behavior programmatically for more complex use cases
Requirements
The WP All Import – Meta Box Add-On is an extension and cannot function independently. The following are required:
- WP All Import (Pro version recommended for full functionality) – the core import plugin this add-on extends
- Meta Box – the WordPress plugin that registers and manages the custom fields you intend to import into
- A self-hosted WordPress installation with appropriate permissions to install and activate plugins
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this add-on work with the free version of WP All Import?
Basic functionality may work with the free version, but the Pro version of WP All Import is recommended to access scheduled imports, advanced field mapping, and the full feature set of the WP All Import – Meta Box Add-On.
Which Meta Box field types are supported?
The add-on is designed to work with the range of field types Meta Box supports, including text, select, date, image, and relationship fields. Complex or custom field types may require additional configuration depending on your data structure.
Can I run automated imports on a schedule?
Yes. WP All Import – Meta Box Add-On supports scheduled imports, allowing you to define intervals for automatic re-importing from remote or local files. This is useful for keeping WordPress content synchronized with regularly updated data sources such as external spreadsheets or feeds.