Groupon Integration Guide
Integrate your Groupon account with Helm to automate order processing, synchronise inventory, and streamline fulfilment for daily deals and local commerce offerings
What is Groupon
Groupon is a global e-commerce marketplace connecting millions of subscribers with local merchants by offering discounted goods, services, and experiences through deal-based promotions
Connecting Groupon to Helm allows merchants to centralise order management, keep inventory accurate, and efficiently fulfil deals across multiple locations and channels
PROS ✅ | CONS ❌ |
Access to a large customer base through deal promotions | Requires a valid API URL and API Key issued by Groupon |
Automates order imports and stock synchronisation | Deals and promotions may cause rapid stock fluctuations |
Supports multi-location fulfilment and tracking | Onboarding process may include approval of deal terms and compliance |
Step-by-Step Setup
From your Helm dashboard:
Navigate to Settings > My Store
Click Add New Sales Channel
Select Groupon from the list of available integrations
Click Install
Enter the required details:
FIELD | DESCRIPTION |
Sales Channel Name | Enter a name such as Groupon Deals or Groupon Local Commerce |
Sales Channel Logo | Upload the Groupon logo or your own branded icon |
API URL | Enter the full API endpoint provided by Groupon (e.g. |
API Key | Paste the API key issued by Groupon during your merchant onboarding |
Click Continue
Interaction Settings
Configure how Helm interacts with Groupon:
INTERACTION SETTINGS | DESCRIPTION |
Sync Inventory | Automatically import deal and product listings |
Sync Stock Levels | Keep stock quantities aligned with Groupon’s sales and promotions |
Use Channel Names | Display Groupon deal names on Helm order screens |
Max Stock Levels | Cap stock levels to prevent overselling during promotions |
Stock Buffer | Set buffer stock to avoid stockouts during deal campaigns |
Auto Merge Orders | Merge multiple orders from the same customer or deal |
Order Importing Type | Choose the start date/time to begin importing Groupon orders |
Final Steps
Click Save once all settings are configured
Set the channel to Is Active at the top of the screen
Your Groupon integration is now live - and you’re ready to Take the Helm
Common Issues
ISSUE | SOLUTION |
Invalid API URL | Confirm the API URL includes HTTPS and correct endpoint |
Invalid API Key | Verify the API key matches what Groupon issued during onboarding |
Orders Not Importing | Ensure the channel is active and the order filters are properly configured |
Stock Not Syncing | Make sure stock sync is enabled and product mappings are accurate |
If you experience issues and need assistance, contact Helm Support
