How to Access CREA DDF Through Repliers

Overview

The Canadian Real Estate Association Data Distribution Facility (CREA DDF) is a service that allows real estate brokerages to share their listings across thousands of real estate websites automatically. This guide explains how to set up access to CREA DDF listings and display them on your website.

What is CREA DDF?

CREA DDF is designed to help real estate brokerages increase exposure for their office listings. When brokerages participate in the program, their listings are automatically distributed to thousands of websites that have access to the feed, providing significant marketing benefits at no additional cost.

Benefits:

• Automatic listing distribution to thousands of websites
• Increased exposure for your property listings
• Enhanced marketing reach without additional effort

Prerequisites

• Active real estate brokerage license
• Access to member.realtor.ca portal
• Valid login credentials for CREA member portal

Setting Up CREA DDF Access Through Repliers

Follow these steps to configure a CREA DDF feed for your website:

Step 1: Access the CREA Portal

1. Navigate to member.realtor.ca
2. Log in using your CREA member credentials

Step 2: Request DDF Access

1. Click the "Access DDF" button under the CREA Data Distribution Facility section
2. Select "Data Feeds" from the menu
3. Click "Add Data Feed"

Step 3: Configure Feed Settings

Complete the following configuration steps:

Step 1 - Feed Type:

• Select "National Shared Pool"

Step 2 - Provider Type:

• Select "I will be engaging a 3rd party"

Step 3 - Choose Provider:

• Select "Repliers" from the dropdown list

Step 4 - Website Information:

• Enter your complete website URL (e.g., yourdomain.com)

Step 5 - Listing Selection:

• Select "I want all listings"

Step 4: Review and Submit

1. Review all configuration settings
2. Submit your application for approval

Why Choose Repliers for CREA DDF Access?

Accessing CREA DDF (Canadian Real Estate Association Data Distribution Facility) through Repliers provides significant advantages over traditional MLS data feeds:

Direct Integration - No Infrastructure Required

• APIs crafted to interface directly with your applications, eliminating the need for data and media replication
• Bypass the need to create and maintain your own data infrastructure, saving significant time and resources
• No need to develop custom APIs on top of your own infrastructure

Ready-to-Use API Solutions

• API-first design provides APIs that are ready to use with your applications
• Eliminates the necessity to develop custom APIs on top of your infrastructure
• Focus on building your applications rather than managing data infrastructure

Advanced Features & Innovation

• Cutting-edge features that would otherwise require extensive engineering
• AI-powered capabilities including image search and property estimates
• Features unavailable through traditional MLS data replication approaches

Cost & Time Efficiency

• Reduces both upfront and ongoing costs associated with data management and API development
• No infrastructure setup, maintenance, or storage costs
• Faster time-to-market for your applications

Comprehensive Support

• Detailed guides and resources to help you get the most out of our APIs
• Developer support team available to assist with any questions or issues
• Smooth integration process with dedicated technical assistance

Need Help?

If you encounter any issues during the application process or have questions about which data feed is right for your needs, please contact our support team for assistance.

Updated on: 03/06/2025