New distribution feature: ONIX support with SFTP and ZIP channels

What is ONIX?

ONIX for Books is the industry-standard format for representing and exchanging book metadata in digital form. It's widely used by publishers, book retailers, data aggregators, and libraries to share critical information about books—such as titles, authors, prices, and descriptions. Having a standardized format ensures that book details are accurate and consistent across all distribution platforms.

Why is ONIX important for publishers?

For publishers, metadata is the key to making your books visible and appealing across various sales channels. ONIX files help you ensure that your book's metadata—its essential details—is shared accurately and consistently. This standard format minimizes the risk of errors during distribution and maximizes your book's discoverability in digital marketplaces

Here are some of the reasons why ONIX is vital for your publishing process:

• Accuracy: ONIX ensures that your book's details are represented correctly, no matter where it's distributed.
• Discoverability: Well-structured metadata increases your book's chances of being found and recommended.
• Efficiency: ONIX streamlines the transfer of metadata, making it easier to distribute your titles across multiple platforms without manual intervention.

Distribution channels: SFTP and ZIP

Our new distribution feature lets you send books through SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) or ZIP. Both options are available depending on your needs:

• SFTP
  Provides secure and reliable transfer of book files and metadata, perfect for safely sending your books to your desired distribution partners.
• ZIP
  Allows you to bundle multiple book files into a single, compressed package, making the process efficient and organized.

ONIX generation with every export

Each time you export your books via ePubber, you can opt to include an ONIX file in your export package. This means that not only will your book content be distributed through your selected channel, but the metadata can travel with it, ensuring consistent and accurate information across platforms.

Whether you're sending a single title or a full catalog, ePubber now gives you the tools to manage both your books and their metadata, with the flexibility to choose the export options that best suit your needs.