📚 ONIX metadata tools for the book industry

Professional ONIX Metadata Management for the Entire Book Supply Chain

ONIXEDIT empowers the book industry with tools to create, validate and deliver compliant ONIX 2.1 and 3 metadata — for publishers, distributors, and metadata aggregators.

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Scalable ONIX Metadata Solutions for Every Publishing Workflow

Whether you're managing hundreds or millions of records, ONIXEDIT offers cloud, desktop, and enterprise-grade ONIX tools to streamline your metadata production, validation, and distribution.

Small Publishers with Big Ambitions

Get started with ONIX metadata management using our affordable and easy-to-use cloud solution.

ONIXEDIT Cloud

Cloud-native ONIX metadata editor

  • Real-time ONIX 3 & 2.1 validation
  • Import/Export ONIX and Excel files
  • Transmit your metadata and covers to your partners
  • Team-based collaboration
  • Completely scalable
  • Affordable and easy
  • Free 10-day trial - no credit card required
  • Starts at $15.25/month after trial
  • No contract - Cancel anytime
  • Compatible with all devices

Professional ONIX Tools for Growing Publishers

The complete ONIX metadata toolkit for Windows — powerful, reliable, and affordable.

ONIXEDIT Pro

Advanced ONIX editing & conversion for Windows

  • A complete set of ONIX for books metadata tools
  • Convert any Excel files to and from ONIX
  • Create professional reports from your ONIX files
  • Bulk editing, filtering and metadata cleanup
  • Import media files of any kind
  • Embedded XSLT engine for advanced data transformations
  • Starts at $475
  • Includes 1 year of support and free updates
  • Free 10-day trial - no commitment required

ONIXEDIT Converter

Automatic conversion between Excel/CSV and ONIX metadata.

  • Convert Excel, CSV, or tab-delimited files to and from ONIX 2.1 or 3
  • Automate bulk metadata imports
  • Includes ready-to-use import/export scripts
  • Ideal for daily high-volume spreadsheet or flat file conversion
  • Supports high-volume ONIX and spreadsheet file processing
  • Configure multiple import/export scripts for parallel processing
  • $350 add-on (requires ONIXEDIT Pro)
  • Includes 1 year of support and free updates
  • Free trial - no commitment required

Enterprise ONIX Platform for Publishers, Distributors & Data Aggregators

The ultimate ONIX database system for automating book metadata workflows.

ONIXEDIT Server

The most powerful and customizable ONIX metadata management system in the world!

  • Built on a NoSQL database engine optimized for millions of titles
  • Secure online metadata entry portal for your clients and publishing partners
  • Automate import of ONIX, Excel, images, and asset files
  • Auto-distribute ONIX feeds to your retailers and trading partners
  • Multi-users permissions control
  • No limits on catalogue definition
  • REST API for seamless integration with internal systems or third-party tools
  • Host in the cloud or deploy on-premise. Your choice of infrastructure
  • Full compliance with ONIX 2.1, 3.0, and 3.1
  • Define multiple import rules to customize metadata ingestion
  • Apply custom validation rules for improved quality control
  • Manage contributors with integrated authority control

Free ONIX Tools to Simplify Integration and ONIX File Handling

Put your book metadata to work with purpose-built free tools—no coding required.

ONIXEDIT Bookstore

Easily Sync ONIX Metadata to Your Shopify Store

  • Sync your ONIX 3 files directly to Shopify
  • Accurately map any ONIX field using the built-in XPath engine
  • Compliant with metafields and Shopify themes
  • Automatically create, update, and tag products from your ONIX metadata
  • Designed for publishers using Shopify as an eCommerce platform

ONIXEDIT Splitter

Split or Merge ONIX Files on Windows

  • Split large ONIX 2.1/3 files into smaller ones
  • Merge multiple smaller ONIX files into a single larger file
  • Lightweight Windows application—quick install, no learning curve
  • Useful for breaking down or consolidating ONIX metadata exports
  • Compatible with any valid ONIX file

Industry-compliant ONIX 2.1 & 3 metadata delivery

Validate and distribute book metadata globally, ensuring compliance with international publishing standards and seamless communication across the book supply chain.

Over 15 years of ONIX metadata innovation

Built by metadata specialists, ONIXEDIT is trusted by leading publishers, distributors, and supply chain partners worldwide.

Built-in error detection, scoring, and compliance monitoring

Eliminate costly errors before delivery with smart validation, rule enforcement, and feedback tools across all ONIXEDIT tools.

Find the Best ONIXEDIT Tool for Your Metadata Workflow

Not sure which ONIXEDIT product fits your publishing or distribution needs?

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Compare ONIXEDIT Plans

Choose the right ONIX metadata solution for your publishing needs — from cloud-based metadata editing to enterprise automation and ONIX-to-Shopify integration.

ONIXEDIT Cloud

Cloud-based ONIX metadata editor

From

$15.25/month

  • Edit ONIX 2.1 & 3 metadata online

  • Real-time validation & export templates

  • Team collaboration with version control

  • Secure cloud sync & storage

  • 10-day free trial

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ONIXEDIT Pro

Advanced ONIX editor for Windows

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$475 one-time

  • Full ONIX 2.1 & 3 support

  • Desktop application with batch editing

  • Excel, CSV & fixed-length import/export

  • Advanced validation engine

  • 1 year of updates & support

  • 10-day trial included

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ONIXEDIT Server

Enterprise ONIX metadata automation

Custom Quote (starting at $2500)

  • Self-hosted ONIX metadata system

  • ONIX API for integrations (ERP, DAM, PIM)

  • Custom workflows & automated delivery

  • Role-based team access & security

  • Dedicated onboarding & support

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ONIXEDIT Converter

Automate Excel and ONIX conversion

$350 one-time

  • Automate the conversion between Excel and ONIX

  • Convert your Excel, CSV, and tab‑delimited files to and from ONIX

  • Automate batch metadata conversion

  • Includes ready‑to‑use import/export script

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ONIXEDIT Cloud

Cloud-based ONIX metadata editor

From

$15.25/month

  • Edit ONIX 2.1 & 3 metadata online
  • Real-time validation & export templates
  • Team collaboration with version control
  • Secure cloud sync & storage
  • 10-day free trial
Start Free Trial
Most Popular

ONIXEDIT Pro

Advanced ONIX editor for Windows

From

$475 one-time

  • Full ONIX 2.1 & 3 support
  • Desktop application with batch editing
  • Excel, CSV & fixed-length import/export
  • Advanced validation engine
  • 1 year of updates & support
  • 10-day trial included
Download Trial

ONIXEDIT Server

Enterprise ONIX metadata automation

Custom Quote (starting at $2500)

  • Self-hosted ONIX metadata system
  • ONIX API for integrations (ERP, DAM, PIM)
  • Custom workflows & automated delivery
  • Role-based team access & security
  • Dedicated onboarding & support
Get a Quote

ONIXEDIT Converter

Excel to ONIX converter with automation

$350 one-time

  • Automate the conversion between Excel and ONIX
  • Convert your Excel, CSV, and tab‑delimited files to and from ONIX
  • Automate batch metadata conversion
  • Includes ready‑to‑use import/export script
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Download ONIX Metadata Tools for Windows

Choose the right ONIX metadata solution for your publishing needs — from cloud-based metadata editing to enterprise automation and ONIX-to-Shopify integration.

ONIXEDIT Pro

ONIX Metadata editor for Windows

Powerful desktop software for editing and validating ONIX files

  • Create and update ONIX 2.1 & 3 records
  • Validate metadata using schemas
  • Bulk-edit and export ONIX with ease

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Free ONIXEDIT Splitter

Split or merge large ONIX files instantly

Lightweight utility to manage large metadata files

  • Split huge ONIX 2.1/3 files into smaller ones
  • Merge multiple ONIX files into one
  • No license required

 Download Free Tool

No registration required

ONIXEDIT Converter

Convert Excel or CSV files to ONIX

Automate metadata conversion to ONIX 3 format

  • Convert Excel, tabular or flat files to ONIX
  • Batch process hundreds of records
  • Use with ONIXEDIT Pro or standalone

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Custom ONIX Development & Integration Services

Leverage 15+ years of ONIX expertise to build tailored metadata workflows, system integrations, and publisher-specific ONIX solutions, powered by our enterprise-grade tools and services.

Tailored ONIX Solutions for Publishers

  • Custom ONIX Output

    Connect ONIXEDIT with your CMS, PIM, ERP, or other platforms using APIs, WebHooks, and data automation tools.

  • Automated Metadata Workflows

    Trigger ONIX validation, transformation, and distribution with zero manual input — ideal for large-scale publishers.

  • Legacy Data Migration

    Upgrade from spreadsheets or legacy ONIX formats to modern ONIX 3 with validation, enrichment, and error correction.

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Why Choose ONIXEDIT for Custom Development?

15+

Years of ONIX expertise

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Custom ONIX projects delivered

Dedicated support from publishing industry experts

Free ONIX Consultation

Book a 30-minute session with our ONIX experts to explore your project and discover the best-fit tools and services.

 

 

ONIXEDIT Blog & Product Updates

Explore tutorials, case studies, and product releases to improve your ONIX 2.1 & 3 metadata workflows, validate files faster, and stay ahead of industry standards.

ONIX 3.1: The Next Step for Global Metadata Compliance

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Trusted by Publishers Around the World

See why publishers, distributors, and industry experts rely on ONIXEDIT for seamless ONIX metadata management, validation, and publishing workflows.

"I have been an ONIXEDIT customer for almost two years. Their very feature rich product has made my life and the life of my colleagues so much easier. I can honestly say that ONIXEDIT has the best customer support I have ever experienced. It's a joy working with a company that listens so much and reacts so quickly to it's customers needs."

- Paul Broe, Research and Markets

"I wanted to reach out personally to thank you for your kind assistance and generosity in onboarding ONIXEDIT for us. You made the experience one of the best we have ever had in working with another company. We are very grateful."

- Jim Tedrick / Director of Publications, Wipf and Stock Publishers

"ONIXEDIT Pro is wonderful. Congratulations! I find it very user-friendly. All the elements are well laid out and should you happen to forget any information, the pages are singled out for you so finding the errors is easy."

- Caroline Jobling, Éditions Chouette

"To everyone who needs help with ONIX, here are my complients to Raoul Guénette and his company. ONIXEDIT is a first class operation in the field of ONIX data. The company sells products that are constantly changing because of the evolving industry standards. We have been working with several book publishers that are feeding us ONIX 2.1 data, and our system uses ONIX 3.0. This is quite a challenge, but with the help of the people at ONIXEDIT we are a success. They have helped us several times now with issues and they have been very responsive to all of our requests. Thank you so much for your support! E Bjarne Blume Author & Company / Authoropolis.com / iLearnNetwork"

- Bjarne Blume, iLearnNetwork

“Working with ONIXEDIT Pro is fantastic. I didn’t have any previous knowledge about how to work with ONIX and this new design makes my job much easier. The technical support works very well, and I have the answers to my queries immediately.”

– Marcela Mangarelli

“I would like to compliment you on your excellent customer support – best I’ve experienced in a long while.”

– Pauline Adams

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Frequently Asked Questions

Understanding ONIX
What is ONIX and why is this standard important for publishers?
ONIX (ONline Information EXchange) is the international standard used by the book industry to transmit bibliographic and commercial metadata to distributors, booksellers, marketplaces, and digital platforms. ONIX files make it possible to share rich information such as descriptions, authors, categories, prices, images, and marketing content in order to improve book discoverability and online sales.
What is ONIXEDIT?
ONIXEDIT is a professional metadata management platform designed for the book industry. It enables publishers, distributors, and aggregators to create, validate, and deliver ONIX-compliant metadata to their trading partners around the world.
Do distributors all require the ONIX format?
Most major book distributors and retailers now use ONIX as the primary format for receiving bibliographic and commercial metadata.
Does ONIXEDIT support ONIX 2.1, 3.0 and 3.1 standards?
Yes. ONIXEDIT fully supports ONIX 2.1, ONIX 3.0, and ONIX 3.1 formats for the creation, validation, conversion, and distribution of book metadata compliant with international publishing industry standards. ONIXEDIT also includes tools to automatically convert ONIX 2.1 files to ONIX 3 and migrate ONIX 3.0 catalogs to ONIX 3.1.
Why is book metadata important for selling more books?
Metadata is the digital equivalent of a book’s back cover. It allows booksellers, distributors, and search engines to understand, categorize, and recommend your titles to the right readers.
Publishing Challenges
Why are my books not displaying correctly on Amazon, Kobo, or online bookstores?
Incomplete or poorly structured metadata is often the main cause. ONIXEDIT helps you create rich, compliant ONIX files containing descriptions, subjects, keywords, contributors, images, and commercial information to improve the visibility of your books across retailers and distributors.
How can I send my ONIX files to distributors and trading partners?
ONIXEDIT Pro and ONIXEDIT Cloud allow you to automatically transmit your ONIX metadata via FTP, FTPS, or SFTP to distributors, retailers, and trading partners. The software supports multiple ONIX formats as well as both short and long tags depending on each partner’s requirements.
I’m a small publisher. Do I really need ONIX?
Even small publishers benefit from ONIX metadata today. Most distributors, booksellers, and digital platforms use ONIX to receive book information. Using ONIX helps improve the quality and reach of your commercial distribution.
ONIXEDIT Products
Which ONIXEDIT product best fits my needs?
To find out which product is right for you, try our Product Selection Wizard . ONIXEDIT Cloud (starting at $15.25/month) is ideal for small and mid-sized publishers looking for a no-installation solution. ONIXEDIT Pro ($475) is a powerful Windows desktop tool for growing publishers. ONIXEDIT Server (starting at $2,500) is designed for enterprises and distributors managing large-scale metadata automation.

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