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Everything you need to know about AutoStockSync

Getting Started

AutoStockSync automates your eBay inventory management by syncing your listings with Google Sheets. Follow this guide to get started.

Prerequisites

  • An active eBay seller account
  • A Google account with Google Sheets access
  • Basic familiarity with spreadsheets

Quick Setup (5 Minutes)

1

Sign Up for AutoStockSync

Create your free account at AutoStockSync.com/signup. No credit card required.

2

Connect Your eBay Account

Use our secure OAuth integration to link your eBay seller account. We'll access your listings and sales data with your permission.

3

Configure Your Google Sheet

Point AutoStockSync to your inventory spreadsheet and map your columns (SKU, Quantity, Price).

4

Start Syncing!

AutoStockSync will automatically sync your inventory based on your plan's schedule (hourly for Professional plans).

eBay Setup

Connecting your eBay account is secure and takes less than 2 minutes.

OAuth 2.0 Security

AutoStockSync uses eBay's official OAuth 2.0 authentication. This means:

  • We never see or store your eBay password
  • You can revoke access anytime from your eBay account settings
  • All API calls are encrypted and secure
  • We only access the data you explicitly authorize

Connection Steps

  1. From your AutoStockSync dashboard, click "Connect eBay Account"
  2. You'll be redirected to eBay's secure login page
  3. Log in to your eBay seller account
  4. Review and approve the requested permissions
  5. You'll be redirected back to AutoStockSync - done!

Google Sheets Configuration

Your Google Sheet is the master source of truth for your inventory.

Required Columns

Your spreadsheet must have these columns (names can vary):

  • SKU/Item Number: Unique identifier for each product
  • Quantity/Stock: How many units you have available
  • Price: Your listing price (optional, but recommended)

Example Sheet Structure

SKU Product Name Quantity Price
SKU-001 Vintage Nike Shoes 12 $89.99
SKU-002 Canon Camera 5 $2,499.00

Syncing Your Inventory

Once configured, AutoStockSync runs automatically based on your plan.

Sync Frequency

  • Free: Once per day
  • Starter: 4 times per day
  • Professional: Every hour (24x daily)
  • Advanced: Real-time updates

What Gets Synced

  • Stock quantities (Sheet → eBay)
  • Price updates (optional)
  • New listings (when SKU matches)
  • Out-of-stock auto-disabling

Troubleshooting

Sync Failed Error

Common causes: eBay API token expired, Google Sheets permission revoked, or invalid column mapping.
Solution: Reconnect your eBay account and verify Google Sheets permissions.

Items Not Updating

Common causes: SKU mismatch between eBay and your sheet.
Solution: Ensure SKUs in your Google Sheet exactly match your eBay listing SKUs (case-sensitive).

Email Alerts Not Received

Solution: Check your spam folder. Add noreply@autostocksync.com to your contacts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use multiple eBay accounts?

Yes! Professional and Advanced plans support multiple eBay accounts syncing to different Google Sheets.

Does AutoStockSync work with eBay Motors or eBay Stores?

Yes, AutoStockSync works with all eBay listing types including Motors, Stores, and standard listings.

What happens if I run out of stock?

AutoStockSync will automatically update your eBay listing to "Out of Stock" to prevent overselling and defects.

Still Need Help?

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