Bulk Update Product Titles in Shopify Without Manual Work
Stop manual title edits. Update product titles across your entire Shopify catalog in one action, instantly.
Explore the AppWhat this feature does
Bulk update titles across selected Shopify products
- Update product titles across any filtered or selected product set.
- Apply find/replace, prefixes, suffixes, or standardized naming patterns.
- Run it as a one-time bulk action you trigger when you’re ready.
- Preview changes before applying them to prevent unintended title edits.
When to use it
Common situations where title edits pile up
- You need to add a brand name prefix across a product line.
- You want to remove old season words like “2024” or “Summer”.
- You’re cleaning up messy titles after an import or supplier feed.
- You need consistent titles for search, filters, and ad catalogs.
STEPS
How bulk title updates work
Select products to update
Start with filters or selections to define exactly which products are in scope.
Choose the title change method
Pick the operation you need-find/replace, add text, remove text, or overwrite with a pattern.
Preview the updated titles
Review a sample or full preview to confirm the output matches your naming standard.
Apply the bulk update once
Run the action to update selected products, then export or audit changes if needed.
COMMON WORKFLOWS
Ways teams use bulk title updates
Three repeatable workflows that keep titles consistent across the catalog.
Cleanup
Remove duplicate keywords, extra spaces, or vendor noise after imports and merges.
SEO hygiene
Standardize how size, color, or material appears so search terms stay consistent.
Rebranding
Update naming conventions during brand changes without editing products one by one.
Bulk Action vs Automation Rules
Bulk Action (Manual Run)
- Run it once when you need a catalog-wide title change.
- Review and preview the exact titles before applying updates.
- Best for planned cleanups, rebrands, and import corrections.
- Results stay until you run another bulk change later.
Automation Rule (Runs When Data Changes)
- Run it repeatedly to enforce a title pattern over time.
- Review and preview the rule output before enabling it.
- Best for ongoing standards when catalog data keeps changing.
- Results update again as products are added or edited later.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about bulk updating product titles in Shopify.
Can I bulk edit titles for only a subset of products?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Start by filtering or selecting the products you want to change, then run the title update on that set. This keeps the update scoped to exactly what you intended.
What kinds of title changes can I apply in one run?keyboard_arrow_down
Common changes include find and replace, adding a prefix or suffix, removing specific words, or overwriting titles using a consistent pattern. Choose the method that matches the cleanup you’re doing.
Can I preview the updated titles before applying changes?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Always review a preview before applying the bulk update. This helps catch unexpected outputs like extra spaces, missing separators, or partial matches.
Will this change product handles or URLs in Shopify?keyboard_arrow_down
This feature updates product titles. Handles and URLs follow Shopify’s own rules and settings, and they may not change automatically with a title edit. If you need handle updates, treat that as a separate operation.
Can I undo a bulk title update?keyboard_arrow_down
If you export your data before running changes, you can restore previous titles by running another bulk update using the saved values. For safety, keep an export or history log for large updates.
Does this affect variant titles or option values?keyboard_arrow_down
This action targets product titles. Variant titles and option values are separate fields. Update those only if you run a specific bulk edit for variants or options.
What’s the safest way to do a large title cleanup?keyboard_arrow_down
Work in small, clearly scoped batches, preview results, and apply changes in stages. This reduces the chance of changing titles outside the intended set.
Can I standardize titles for SEO and ads with this feature?keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. Many teams align product titles for on-site search and external catalogs by applying consistent naming rules. The key is keeping the pattern stable across the catalog.
Should I use a bulk action or an automation rule for titles?keyboard_arrow_down
Use a bulk action for one-time cleanups and planned changes. Use an automation rule when you want the same title standard to keep applying as products change over time.