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How to import RSS feeds directly into Google Sheets

Learn how to import RSS posts directly into Google Sheets as CSV

Updated over 3 weeks ago

Importing RSS feeds into Google Sheets allows you to keep your data organized and easily accessible for further analysis. You can do this by either exporting the feed as a CSV or by using a direct formula.

Step 1: Create an RSS Feed with RSS.app

1. Copy the URL of any website, social media page, or other online source you want to track.

2. Paste the URL into our RSS Generator.

If the site is highly customizable or you just want more control over what to include in the feed, try using our RSS Builder.

3. Click Generate.

4. Your RSS feed should be ready within 20 seconds. Click Save to my Feeds to save it.

Use filters to customize the content that appears in your feed. You can exclude/include posts based on keywords, add custom text, replace text, etc.

Method 1: Export RSS Feed as CSV and Import into Google Sheets

1. Click on the three dots (⋮) under Settings and select Export CSV. An automatic download will start.

2. Open Google Sheets and go to File > Import. Choose the CSV file you just exported.

3. Select the appropriate import options (replace data or insert into existing sheet) and click Import data.


Method 2: Use the =IMPORTDATA Function

1. Switch your RSS feed URL to CSV format and copy it.

2. Open Google Sheets and select the cell where you want to import the feed.

  • Enter the following formula:

    =IMPORTDATA("https://rss.app/feeds/yourFeedID.csv")
  • Replace the URL with your actual RSS feed URL.

  • Press Enter, and the RSS feed data will be imported directly into your sheet.

That’s it! You can now view and analyze your RSS feed data directly in Google Sheets:

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