How to connect Bigcommerce to API2Cart?

What is API2Cart?

API2Cart is a unified API that enables eCommerce software providers to integrate with 60+ shopping carts and marketplaces, including BigCommerce, Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, and others.

With API2Cart, you can:

Retrieve and manage orders, products, customers, inventory, and shipping data from multiple platforms.
Reduce development time and costs by avoiding multiple direct integrations.
Ensure secure, scalable, and reliable API connectivity for your business.

Moreover, API2Cart allows developers to automate complex eCommerce processes and improve operational efficiency. This guide will show you how to connect your BigCommerce store to API2Cart in just a few steps.

Step 1: Log into Your BigCommerce Store

To begin, access your BigCommerce admin panel. After that, navigate to Advanced Settings and select API Accounts.

Step 2: Generate API Credentials

Once you reach the API Accounts section, follow these steps:
1️⃣ Click "Create API Account".
2️⃣ Enter a custom username (e.g., API2Cart_Integration).
3️⃣ In the API Path box, locate the value between api.bigcommerce.com and /v3/ – copy this segment.

Step 3: Set API Permissions

At this stage, it is essential to configure the API access correctly.
1️⃣ Assign Modify✔️ Content
✔️ Checkout Content
✔️ Customers & Customers Login
✔️ Orders & Order Transactions
✔️ Products, Themes, Carts, Marketing & Information Settings

Consequently, these permissions will allow API2Cart to retrieve and manage data efficiently. Once completed, click "Save", and a window will display your Client ID and Access Token.

Step 4: Add BigCommerce to API2Cart

Now that the API credentials are ready, it’s time to add your store to API2Cart.
1️⃣ Log in to your API2Cart account.
2️⃣ Select "Add New Store" and choose BigCommerce.
3️⃣ Enter the store URL, API Path, Client ID, and Access Token obtained in the previous steps.
4️⃣ Click "Connect", and API2Cart will validate your credentials.

As a result, you will gain access to BigCommerce store data through API2Cart, enabling seamless data synchronization.

Why Use API2Cart for BigCommerce Integration?

Integrating BigCommerce product API with API2Cart provides numerous advantages:

One API for 60+ Shopping Carts – Easily connect with multiple eCommerce platforms.
Full Control Over eCommerce Data – Retrieve and manage orders, products, customers, inventory, shipping, and more.
Reduced Development Costs – Avoid multiple direct integrations and save time.
Enterprise-Grade Security – Robust encryption and security measures for safe data transfer.
24/7 Support & Detailed API Documentation – Get technical support whenever needed.