How to Import Csv Subscriptions Output to RSS Feeds (2026 Guide)

After converting your data with one of our tools, follow these steps to import the csv subscriptions output into RSS Feeds.

Import Steps

Locate your downloaded CSV file

Find the RSS subscriptions CSV in your downloads folder. The file contains a flat table of your feed subscriptions with columns for feed_title, feed_url, site_url, folder, description, and type. This format is ideal for viewing and editing in a spreadsheet.

Open in a spreadsheet application

Open the CSV in Excel or Google Sheets to review your feed subscriptions. The tabular format makes it easy to sort feeds alphabetically, filter by folder, and identify any feeds with missing URLs or duplicate entries.

Edit feed titles and folders

Rename feed titles for clarity, reorganize feeds into different folders by editing the folder column, or remove feeds you no longer want. Use the folder column with forward slashes to create nested folder structures (e.g., 'Tech/News').

Tip: Sort by folder to see all feeds in each category grouped together, making it easier to reorganize your subscription list.

Add new feed subscriptions

Add new rows to the CSV to include additional RSS feeds. At minimum, you need a feed_title and a feed_url (the XML feed endpoint) for each new subscription. The site_url, folder, and description columns are optional but help with organization.

Save and convert to OPML for import

Save the edited CSV file. Most feed readers do not directly import CSV files, so you will need to convert the CSV back to OPML format for import into apps like Feedly, Inoreader, or Pocket Casts. Use our CSV to OPML converter tool to generate the importable OPML file.

Import directly to RSS.app (alternative)

RSS.app supports direct CSV import. Log in to RSS.app, go to your Profile, click Import, then Create Import, and upload your CSV file containing the feed URLs. RSS.app will add the subscriptions to your account automatically.

Required RSS Feeds Fields

Field	Type	Description	Example
feed_title	Text	Display name of the feed	The Verge
feed_url	Text	RSS/Atom feed URL (the XML endpoint)	https://www.theverge.com/rss/index.xml

RSS Feeds requires these fields for successful import.

Tip Make sure your converted file is saved and ready before starting the import. You can preview the converted data in the tool before downloading.

Frequently Asked Questions

RSS Feeds accepts CSV files for importing csv subscriptions output. Our converter ensures the file is formatted correctly for RSS Feeds.

Check the error message from the platform. Common issues include date format mismatches, missing required fields, or duplicate entries. Our converter handles most formatting issues automatically.