Amazon Flat File Validator

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Validation Report Format
valid rows

Check your Amazon flat file template for missing columns, data errors, and formatting issues before uploading to Seller Central.

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Download Generic Template

Valid Amazon generic flat file template

Generic Template

Download Error Sample

Sample with validation errors for testing

Error Example

How It Works

1

Download Flat File Template

Seller Central → Inventory → Add Products via Upload → Download Template

2

Upload CSV

Upload your Generic Flat File export file

3

Review Validation Results

Check your Amazon Seller data for errors and warnings

Output is in Validation Report format — ready to import directly, no manual reformatting needed.

Quick Answers

What flat file formats are supported?

CSV, TSV (tab-separated), and Excel files (.xls, .xlsx). Amazon flat files are typically tab-delimited .txt files which this tool also accepts.

Is this tool free?

First rows are free to preview. Full validation uses credits based on row count.

What happens to my data?

Your file is processed entirely in your browser. No data is uploaded to our servers.

Why Validate Flat Files?

Avoid Upload Rejections

Amazon rejects flat file uploads with missing required fields, invalid values, or formatting issues. Debugging rejections in Seller Central is slow and the error messages are often cryptic. This validator checks your flat file before upload, catching errors you can fix immediately rather than waiting for Amazon's processing queue.

What This Tool Checks

We validate your flat file against Amazon's expected schema: - Required fields present (item_sku, item_name, brand_name, standard_price) - Data types correct (prices numeric, quantities integer) - Enum values valid (condition_type, fulfillment_channel) - Image URLs properly formatted You get a detailed error report with row numbers.

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Bank-Level Security

256-bit SSL encryption. Same standards as major financial institutions.

No Data Storage

Files are processed directly in browser. No calls to our servers.

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Full EU data protection compliance. Your privacy rights protected.

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Why Use This Tool?

Required Field Check

Validates required columns like item_sku, item_name, brand_name, and standard_price.

Data Type Validation

Checks prices are numeric, quantities are integers, and enum values match Amazon's allowed values.

Row-Level Errors

Get specific error messages with row numbers for quick debugging before upload.

Image URL Checking

Validates that image URLs are properly formatted HTTPS URLs.

Browser-Based

Files processed locally. Your product data never leaves your computer.

Instant Results

Get validation results in seconds, even for large product catalogs.

Common Target Import Errors

Issues you might encounter when importing Source data to Target - and how we solve them

Missing Item SKU

The 'item_sku' column is required as the unique product identifier

(blank or missing item_sku)
PROD-001-BLK

Every product must have a unique SKU

Add a unique SKU identifier for each product row

Missing Item Name

The 'item_name' column is required for the product title

(blank item_name)
Premium Wireless Bluetooth Headphones - Black

Product title is required for listing creation (max 200 chars)

Add descriptive product titles following Amazon's style guide

Missing Brand Name

The 'brand_name' column is required for most categories

(blank brand_name)
TechBrand

Brand name must match your Brand Registry enrollment

Add your registered brand name to each product

Invalid Price

The 'standard_price' column contains non-numeric or negative values

TBD or -10.00
49.99

Price must be a positive number

Check for placeholder prices or data entry errors

Invalid Quantity

The 'quantity' column contains non-integer or negative values

-5 or 10.5
100

Quantity must be a non-negative integer

Review inventory levels and ensure whole numbers

Invalid Image URL

Image URL must be a valid HTTPS URL

C:\photos\image.jpg
https://example.com/images/product.jpg

Use publicly accessible HTTPS URLs for all images

Upload images to a hosting service first

Missing Bullet Points

No bullet points provided (recommended 3-5)

(all bullet_point columns blank)
bullet_point1: 'Key feature description'

Bullet points improve listing quality and conversion rate

Add at least 3 feature bullet points per product

Invalid Product ID Type

The 'external_product_id_type' value is not recognized

barcode or code
UPC, EAN, ISBN, ASIN, GTIN

Use one of Amazon's recognized ID types

Valid types: UPC, EAN, ISBN, ASIN, GTIN

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your data never leaves your device. All files are processed entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript - no data is stored on our servers or sent anywhere. There's no account to hack, no database storing your files, and no API connections to your bank or accounting software. You upload, convert, download, and we forget it immediately.
No payment or signup required. You can upload your file, see a free preview of the conversion results, and verify everything looks correct before paying anything. If it doesn't work for your files, you haven't wasted any money. We only charge when you're satisfied and ready to download the final converted file.
You can, but free scripts and AI often miss edge cases that break real-world data: missing SKUs, currency formatting quirks, tax calculation errors, or date format mismatches. We have battle-tested validators specifically designed for accounting software imports that catch these issues before they corrupt your books. Plus, you get instant browser-based conversion without installing Python or managing dependencies.
CSV, TSV (tab-separated), and Excel files (.xls, .xlsx). Amazon flat files are typically tab-delimited .txt files which this tool also accepts.
Required fields for the generic template: item_sku, item_name, brand_name, standard_price, and quantity. Category-specific templates may require additional fields.
This is the generic/universal validator. For category-specific validation (Clothing, Electronics, Home, Beauty), use our dedicated category validators that check additional required fields.
First rows are free to preview. Full validation uses credits based on row count.
Valid condition types: New, Refurbished, UsedLikeNew, UsedVeryGood, UsedGood, UsedAcceptable.
Your file is processed entirely in your browser. No data is uploaded to our servers.
Download the error report which shows each error with row number and column. Fix the issues in your flat file and re-validate before uploading to Seller Central.
Yes. Validating before upload is recommended to avoid rejection delays. Amazon's processing queue can take hours, so catching errors upfront saves significant time.