How to Import Clients
The Import feature in Wifox CRM simplifies the process of adding or updating large volumes of client data. By uploading a properly formatted CSV file, users can seamlessly onboard new clients or update existing records. The system supports default values for missing fields and ensures data consistency by validating unique identifiers like email addresses. This functionality is ideal for businesses looking to streamline client onboarding, manage bulk updates efficiently, and maintain up-to-date client records without manual entry.
Use Cases
Onboarding New Clients
Bulk Updating Client Data
Partner Data Onboarding
Import a formatted CSV file to upload multiple client records at once, with default values automatically filling in missing data for streamlined onboarding.
Import updated client details (e.g., email address changes) by re-uploading an edited CSV file. The system automatically updates existing records based on unique identifiers.
Import CSV files submitted by partners or affiliates, with missing fields auto-filled by default values, ensuring fast and consistent onboarding.
Detailed Steps
After a successful client import, you’ll see a table with the following columns populated for each record*:
2.1. Import Clients
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CSV available (not shown) columns in the dataset:
processedDate, billing.city, billing.postcode, Billing address, Date Of Birth, Verification level, Comments, State, First transaction date, Meta, Company fee group, allowToCreateAsset, Last login date, lifestyle.smoking, lifestyle.drinking, lifestyle.hasChildren, lifestyle.wantsChildren, lifestyle.lookingFor, lifestyle.relationshipStatus, lifestyle.interests.0–3, height, educationLevel, religion, Last password change date, Created at, Updated at, UID, External ID, Additional phone, AffiliateID, billing.region, Passport, agreements.*, bio, Registration IP, tradingGroups.0, Registration origin.
File Format:Field CSV Only – Ensure the file is saved in CSV format before uploading.
Important: For project and desk, you must specify their ID values.
Column Descriptions:
ID (Required): A unique identifierDescriptions for eachClient clientImport:
- firstName (Required): Client's first name.
lastName (Optional):Client's last name.- email (Required): Client's email address (must be unique).
projectusername (Required)Optional):TheClient'sIDusernameof(auto-generatedtheifproject the client is associated with.omitted).deskmiddleName (Required)Optional):TheClient'sIDmiddleof the desk assigned to the client.name.activelastName (Required)Optional):IndicatesClient'swhetherlastthename.
Default active.Values for Missing Fields:
- project: default
typedesk:(Required):The type of client account.defaultcreatedtype:(Required):personal
Note: Only firstName and time when the client account was created.
Note: Only firstName and
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1.Click“Import”:Navigate“Import”to
In the top-upper‐right corner of the Clients list,page, click theon Import button. .
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2.Review the ImportRequirements:
Requirements
A modal window appears titled ““Wants to import clients?””.
Requirements overlaytypically include:
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File format: CSV only
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User limit: No more than 5000 records per file
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Security restrictions: No scripts, macros, or executable content
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Formatting: Must adhere to the
screen.File formatmust beCSV only—no Excel, Word, or plain-text files.User limit: up to5 000 recordsper file; larger files are rejected.Security restrictions: the CSV must containno macros, scripts, or executables.Formatting requirements: columns must match the system’CRM’sschemarequired(seefieldthefile format documentationlink in the modal).Scroll within the modal to read every bullet point and confirm your file complies.structure
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3.Attach Your CSVFile:
File
Click the Attach file button at the bottom of the modal.In your file picker, locate and select the preparedCSV CSV.Thefile modal will displayfrom your file name once attached—double-check it’s the correct file.Hit Upload to begin processing.computer.
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4.Wait for the Import toComplete:AfterCompleteconfirming,
The system uploads and processes your CSV.
While importing, the systemCRM willmay showdisplay a briefstatus “Processing…” status.Do not refresh or close the browser; you can navigate elsewhere in the app while it runs.Larger files (thousands of rows) may take a minute or two—be patient.message.
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5.Check theNotification:
Notification
Once complete, open the Notificationsimport bell icon in the header.Look for messages like “Client(s) imported successfully — 828 clients were imported”.If errors occurred, you’ll receive an “Import failed” alert withfinishes, a linkNotification towill downloadappear.
details—fix
The notification confirms that your clients have been imported successfully.
Troubleshooting & Best Practices
Row-level errors:Download the error report (if offered) to see which lines failed.Incremental updates:To update existing clients, include theirIDoremail. Fields you omit will remain unchanged.Split large imports:If you exceed 5 000 rows, break into multiple files by alphabetical or date chunks.Validate locally:Run a quick script or spreadsheet validation on your CSV to catch formatting issues before upload.
The Import tool empowers you to manage client records at scale—with minimal clicks and zero manual typing. Once your CSV is validated, you’ll have new or updated client profiles in seconds, freeing your team to focus on high-value work (onboarding calls, KYC checks, relationship building). If you need further details on field mappings or sample templates, see the file format documentation linked in the import modal.