Import of categories as a separate step is required for the following auto integrations (follow the links below for integration-specific instructions):

When you click the button to import categories, the integration starts to import the category structure from the data provider's database. The imported categories will appear as a list on the same page (refresh the page to view them). Please note that the import process may take some time. You can track the progress by refreshing the page periodically. During the import, the status will display as "Categories data import in progress" (as shown in the screenshot below for Turn14 Distribution; the process will be similar for other auto integrations).

Once the import is complete, the status will change to "Categories data import completed".

Take note of the Sync Categories button that appears at the bottom of the page.

This button allows you to synchronize your store's categories with the provider's catalog. For instance, if the provider adds new categories to their catalog, you can import them using the Sync Categories button. Additionally, if the category import process fails for any reason, you can use this button to re-initiate the import.

After importing categories, you will be able to configure category mapping rules and specify, which categories to import products from for each brand.

Please note that importing categories as described in this article does not change your store's category structure directly. The changes take place later - when product information is imported into the store and category mapping rules are applied.