Product API Integration

Introduction

The Jay Product API provides a programmatic interface for retailers to manage their product catalog within the Jay marketplace. This integration method offers the most flexibility and control for retailers with technical resources or existing product management systems.

With the Product API, you can:

• Add new products to the Jay marketplace
• Update existing product information (prices, inventory, descriptions)
• Manage product variants and options
• Control product availability and visibility
• Implement automated synchronization with your existing systems

Basic Flow

1. Add products to the Jay marketplace using the Product API
2. Products are now available for use in episodes and scenes
3. Update product information as needed (e.g., stock changes, price updates)
4. Implement automated synchronization to keep data consistent

To remove items from the marketplace, you can simply set the stock count to zero. This will prevent it from being displayed in the marketplace without deleting it from your catalog.

Key Features

Comprehensive Product Management

• Create Products: Add new products with detailed attributes
• Update Products: Modify existing product information

Inventory Management

• Stock Level Updates: Keep inventory levels current
• Availability Control: Mark products as in-stock or out-of-stock
• Variant Tracking: Manage inventory at the variant level (sizes, colors)

Rich Product Information

• Multiple Images: Add and manage product images
• Detailed Descriptions: Support for structured product descriptions
• Price Management: Set regular and sale prices with currency information

Technical Specifications

Authentication

The API uses API key authentication. Include your API key in the header of each request:

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

Error Handling

• Implement proper error handling with retry logic
• Monitor API responses for error codes
• Set up alerts for synchronization failures

Rate Limiting

• The API enforces rate limits to ensure system stability
• Implement backoff strategies when rate limits are reached
• Batch operations when possible to minimize API calls

Getting Started

To begin using the Product API:

1. Request API Access: Contact Jay to obtain your API credentials
2. Review API Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the endpoints and data formats
3. Implement Basic Integration: Start with simple product creation and updates
4. Test Thoroughly: Verify products appear correctly in the Jay marketplace
5. Implement Automated Sync: Set up regular synchronization with your inventory system

For detailed API specifications and advanced usage scenarios, please refer to our API Reference Documentation.