Benefits of the Secret Sales x Shippingbo connector
Greater control over your Secret Sales orders
Your orders arrive in Shippingbo to be processed within a clearer framework. You reduce manual handling and stay in control, even during flash sales.
More reliable stock between Secret Sales and your other channels
You publish stock from Shippingbo according to your configuration. You work from a cleaner base to limit discrepancies between Secret Sales, your website and your other channels.
More reassuring shipment tracking
Tracking can be transmitted through the connector, with structured carrier mapping. You gain clarity over your shipments and greater confidence in tracking.
A stronger foundation for handling peaks and growing your marketplace business
You establish a more structured foundation for managing Secret Sales over time. Greater continuity in execution. Greater control as activity accelerates.
What is synchronised between Secret Sales and Shippingbo
Synchronization is automatic. Some behaviors depend on order status and enabled options
| Data | Direction | Trigger and/or frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Orders | Secret Sales Shippingbo | Automatic retrieval |
| Stock | Shippingbo Secret Sales | Published according to configuration |
| Tracking | Shippingbo Secret Sales | After shipment |
| Automatic order acceptance | Secret Sales Shippingbo | Optional feature |
| Shop_id | Secret Sales Shippingbo | At connection |
| Product references / SKU mapping | Secret Sales Shippingbo | When the order is retrieved |
| Marketplace offer references | Secret Sales Shippingbo | When the order is retrieved |
| Carrier mapping | Shippingbo Secret Sales | At shipment |
Connection steps: Connect Secret Sales to Shippingbo in just a few steps
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1.Retrieve the connection details
From the marketplace back office, retrieve the existing API key. If you operate multiple stores, also have the Shop_id ready. Make sure you use a user account with the correct permissions, as the API key permissions depend directly on them.
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2.Create the external service in Shippingbo
In Shippingbo: Settings > External services > Add. Select the relevant marketplace, name the connector, then enter the token and Shop_id if required.
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3.Enable and configure the flows you need
Enable the flows you need: order retrieval, stock updates, tracking publication and automatic order acceptance where relevant. If necessary, also adjust mapping parameters such as sku_prefix and use_offer_sku.
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4.Test before going live
Before full use, check the connector behaviour during your first few days of shipping. Verify order retrieval, stock publication, tracking and connector calls.
The limitations of Secret Sales without Shippingbo
Without Shippingbo
- Reliable stock: Out-of-sync stock and manual adjustments
- Fewer operational errors: Double entry, imports/exports and daily workarounds
- Smoother clearance sales: One-off operations, heavier management, fragmented flows
- Customer experience: Fragmented tracking, delays and pressure on customer service
- Scalability: Processes that break during peak periods
With Shippingbo
- More reliable stock, fewer discrepancies and greater peace of mind
- Less data re-entry, smoother processing and better-structured execution
- Better-structured channel, simpler sell-through, cleaner organisation
- Clearer tracking, better information flow and a more reassuring customer journey
- Better capacity to absorb activity, a stronger organisation and more controlled growth
Reliable, available and secure technology
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99.99% uptime
and proven cloud infrastructure
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Geo-replication
and real-time synchronization
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Continuous updates
without downtime
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GDPR compliance
and regular audits
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Proven cloud infrastructure
and regular audits
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
How do I connect Secret Sales to Shippingbo?
Retrieve your API key from the marketplace back office. Then create an external service in Shippingbo. Enter the token and Shop_id if you operate multiple stores. Enable the flows required for your configuration.
What data is synchronised between Secret Sales and Shippingbo?
The connector covers order retrieval, stock publication and tracking publication. Everything else depends on your configuration or must be confirmed.
How do I synchronise Secret Sales stock with Shippingbo?
Stock is published from Shippingbo to Secret Sales through the connector. How it works depends on your product configuration and mapping. If there is a discrepancy, the connector settings need to be checked.
Does Shippingbo retrieve Secret Sales orders automatically?
Yes. The connector can retrieve orders automatically. An automatic order acceptance option can also be enabled depending on your configuration.
Does Shippingbo publish tracking to Secret Sales?
Yes. Tracking publication is included within the scope of the standard Mirakl connector. Carrier mapping must be configured correctly to ensure the information is sent back properly.