Who This Is For / When to Use
Use this feature if you need to:
Migrate blog content from another platform
Publish large volumes of blog posts quickly
Fix or update posts in bulk using spreadsheets
Onboard content across multiple blog sites efficiently
Overview of the CSV Blog Importer
The CSV Blog Importer allows you to upload blog posts using a CSV or XLSX file. Each row represents one blog post. During import, Kyrios validates fields, highlights errors, and lets you review posts before final publishing.
Supported behaviors:
Past publish date → Published
Future publish date → Scheduled
Blank publish date → Draft
Where to Find the CSV Blog Importer
Go to Sites → Blogs
Select a Blog Site
Click New Post
Select Import Blog Posts from CSV
Accessing CSV Imports Inside a Blog Site
Inside a blog site, you can switch between tabs:
Blog Posts
Imported Content
CSV Imports
The CSV Imports tab shows all past imports and their status.
Step 1: Download the Sample CSV File
Before uploading, download the sample file to ensure correct formatting.
Click Download Sample File
Available formats: CSV and XLSX
Step 2: Prepare Your CSV or XLSX File
Each row equals one blog post.
Key formatting rules:
Date format must follow one of the accepted formats shown in the importer
HTML content is supported
Categories must match existing category names exactly
Maximum: 60 blog posts per file
If a publish date is provided:
Past date → Published
Future date → Scheduled
If blank:
Saved as Draft
Step 3: Upload Your CSV File
Upload methods:
Drag and drop the file
Click to upload from your device
Maximum file size: 10MB
Step 4: Review Posts in Bulk Composer
After upload, Kyrios opens the Bulk Composer.
You can:
Preview individual posts
Edit titles, content, and metadata
See publish status for each post
Step 5: Identify and Fix Errors
If any posts have issues:
They appear under Blog Posts with Errors
Error count is shown clearly
Click a post to fix missing or invalid fields
Step 6: Confirm and Import Posts
Before finalizing, Kyrios shows a confirmation modal summarizing results.
Example:
X posts will be Published
X posts will be Draft
This action cannot be undone.
Click Import to proceed.
What Happens After Import
Published posts go live immediately
Scheduled posts publish automatically at the set date
Drafts remain unpublished and editable
All imported posts behave like normal blog posts and can be edited anytime
Common Issues and Fixes
Posts show errors after upload
Check for missing required fields or invalid date formats. Fix directly in the Bulk Composer.
Categories created unexpectedly
Category names must match existing categories exactly. Typos create new categories.
Posts imported as Draft unexpectedly
The publish date field was left blank.
Import button is disabled
At least one post must be error-free before importing.
FAQ
What file types are supported?
CSV and XLSX files are supported.
How many blog posts can I import at once?
You can import up to 60 blog posts per CSV or XLSX file.
What happens if I leave the publish date blank?
The blog post is saved as a Draft.
Can I edit blog posts after importing?
Yes. Imported posts can be edited like any other blog post.
What happens if my CSV file has errors?
Errors are highlighted during review. You must fix them before importing.
How do I ensure my CSV is formatted correctly?
Use the Sample CSV/XLSX file provided in the importer.
Can I re-import the same CSV file?
Yes. Keeping a backup of your CSV file is recommended for re-imports.
Will importing posts with past dates trigger notifications?
Posts with past dates are backdated and usually publish silently. If you have automations or RSS-based triggers, test with one post first to confirm behavior.