Home > Add Reviews - Bulk Import Method ( Last Updated: February 29, 2008 )

Add Reviews to eCoustics.com

If you own or manage a website that publishes many editorial/professional reviews about consumer electronics, then you can guarantee inclusion in our directory by complying with our import format. Plus it's FREE!!!

Create a tab delimited text file (separate each field with a tab) containing:

URL PRODUCT CATEGORY YOUR_SITE_NAME REVIEW_DATE
Allow us to access your file via HTTP or FTP (e.g. http://your-site.com/datafile.txt)
E-mail for approval
Keep your datafile up-to-date We do the rest!

Example:

http://www.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/1/4282.html	Yamaha RX-V740 6.1-channel Receiver	Surround Receivers	eCoustics	200308
http://www.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/5/7831.html	Harmony SST-659 Remote Control	Remote Controls	eCoustics	200312

Data Field Requirements:

URL must include http:// (e.g. http://www.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/1/4282.html)
PRODUCT must include manufacturer & model number (e.g. Yamaha RX-V740 6.1-channel Receiver)
CATEGORY names should match ours (See list)
YOUR_SITE_NAME should not have a .com or .net suffix (e.g. eCoustics)
REVIEW_DATE must be in YYYYMM format (e.g. 200308 = August 2003)
the field names should not be in the datafile

Please DO NOT submit data in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS, LIKE THIS
Please DO NOT submit the same url more than once
Please DO NOT submit news, how-to articles, buying guides or consumer reviews

*** ONLY EDITORIAL PRODUCT REVIEWS ON ELECTRONICS WILL BE ACCEPTED ***

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long does it take to get listed?

An editor will examine your datafile. In most cases new datafiles are approved in 1-3 days.

Can a file be generated dynamically using PERL, PHP, ASP, etc.?

Yes, as long the print output setting is set to "text".

Can a file be compiled manually?

Yes, you can put the data into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet utilizing the first five columns (A-E) Then save the file as .txt by selecting:
- File --> Save As.. --> Save as type --> Text (Tab delimited)

Do you accept RSS/XML feeds?

YES! Click here for RSS/XML import instructions

Can you show me an example of a datafile in the proper format?

Here is a sample file: http://www.ecoustics.com/sample.txt

How can I insure my formatting is correct?

Open your file in Excel to verify all data is in the correct column.

Do you require a specific filename?

No, any filename will work.

How does the process work?

You keep your datafile up-to-date, and our automated bot will check it everyday.
Your current file will always replace your previous file, which keeps you in control of file updates.

FAQ - After Your Datafile is Approved:

What if my reviews don't appear where I think it should be?

Double check your datafile to make sure your entry exists.
Make sure the category name matches one of our categories

Can I rename my filename?

No, once approved, our bot will check the exact filename you tell us to.

Will my datafile be appended or overwritten?

Our bot will overwrite your entire datafile each time we check it.

How can I get a higher listing in your Editorial review pages?

Reviews are ordered by the most recent date first. Manipulating the review date is strictly forbidden.

How often will my datafile be checked for updates?

Daily (Mon-Fri).