Integrations
Bookhead connects your bookstore system to multiple sales channels. Here's what we integrate with and how each one works.
Bookstore systems
Booklog
Booklog is a management system designed specifically for independent bookstores.
| Sync method | Automatic FTP |
| Frequency | Every 30 minutes |
| Setup | Contact [email protected] |
Booklog automatically exports your full inventory to Bookhead's FTP server. When books are added, sold, or updated in Booklog, the changes sync to Bookhead and then to your sales channels.
IBID
IBID is a management system for independent bookstores.
| Sync method | Automatic FTP |
| Frequency | Every hour |
| Setup | Contact [email protected] |
IBID automatically exports your inventory to Bookhead's FTP server on an hourly schedule.
Basil
Basil is an inventory management system for bookstores.
| Sync method | Manual file upload |
| Frequency | On demand |
| Setup | Self-service via admin |
Basil doesn't support automatic exports, so you'll need to:
- Export your inventory from Basil as a CSV file
- Upload it to Bookhead via the admin interface
We recommend uploading at least once a week, or whenever you have significant inventory changes.
Other bookstore systems
Don't see your bookstore system listed? Email [email protected]. We can often add support for new systems within a few days of receiving sample data.
Sales channels
Squarespace
Squarespace is a website builder with e-commerce features.
| Sync method | API |
| What syncs | Products, inventory, prices, tags |
| Limitations | Categories must be set via CSV import (API doesn't support categories) |
How it works: Bookhead creates and updates products on your Squarespace store automatically. When inventory changes in your bookstore, Bookhead updates the Squarespace listing within 30 minutes.
Good to know:
- Product categories can't be set via API - you'll need to import them via CSV
- Tags sync automatically and can be used for filtering
- Inventory updates are near real-time
Setup: See Squarespace setup guide →
Shopify
Shopify is an e-commerce platform for online stores.
| Sync method | API |
| What syncs | Products, inventory, prices, collections, tags |
| Limitations | None - full API support |
How it works: Bookhead creates products, manages inventory, and syncs collections to your Shopify store. This is our most full-featured integration.
Good to know:
- Collections sync automatically from Bookhead
- Full metafield support for rich product data
- Inventory locations supported
Setup: See Shopify setup guide →
eBay
eBay is an online marketplace.
| Sync method | API |
| What syncs | Listings, inventory |
| Best for | Used and rare books |
How it works: Bookhead creates listings on eBay for your inventory. Great for reaching buyers searching for specific titles.
Good to know:
- Listings are created in your eBay seller account
- Inventory syncs when books sell or quantities change
- Good for books that might not sell locally
Biblio
Biblio is a marketplace specifically for used, rare, and out-of-print books.
| Sync method | FTP/CSV |
| What syncs | Listings, inventory |
| Best for | Used and rare books |
How it works: Bookhead exports your inventory to Biblio's format, making your books discoverable to collectors and book lovers.
Good to know:
- Biblio specializes in used and rare books
- Great for reaching collectors
- Syncs via scheduled file exports
Other channels
We're always adding new integrations. If there's a platform you'd like to sell on, email [email protected] to let us know.