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# How to Import Customer Data into Fleetwire


# 🚗 Bulk-Import Your Customers to Fleetwire in a Snap!

Got a list of customers ready to roll? With **Fleetwire**, you can import your existing customer base into our platform using a **CSV or Excel file** — no manual entry required! This feature saves you time, keeps your data organized, and gets you managing bookings faster. Let’s make your customer list shine in Fleetwire!

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## 🎯 Why Import Customers?

Importing your customers into Fleetwire unlocks powerful features:

* **Centralized Management**: Store all customer info (names, emails, phones) in one place.
* **Seamless Bookings**: Link customers to orders for quick reservations.
* **Custom Data**: Add extra details (e.g., loyalty status, preferences) as text fields for personalized service.

Ready to get started? Grab your CSV or Excel file, and let’s do this!

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## 📋 Preparing Your File

To ensure a smooth import, your file needs a little prep:

* **Include Headers**: The first row *must* have column headers (e.g., `First Name`, `Last Name`, `Email`, `Phone`).
* **Supported Fields**: Fleetwire automatically maps these core fields:
    
* First Name
    
* Last Name
    
* Email
    
* Phone
* **Extra Fields**: Add any additional columns (e.g., `Customer ID`, `Notes`), which will be imported as text fields.

| **Pro Tip**: Use a simple CSV format for the fastest import. Save your Excel file as `.csv` to avoid formatting issues.

|| **Example CSV**:

```
First Name,Last Name,Email,Phone,Notes
Jane,Doe,jane.doe@email.com,555-123-4567,VIP Customer
John,Smith,john.smith@email.com,555-987-6543,Prefers SUVs
```

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## 🛠 Step-by-Step: Importing Customers

Follow these steps to bring your customers into Fleetwire:

1. **Go to Customers**: In your Fleetwire dashboard, click **Customers** in the left menu.
2. **Start the Import**: Hit the **Import** button to begin.
3. **Upload Your File**: Select your CSV or Excel file and upload it.
4. **Map Core Fields**: Fleetwire will prompt you to match your file’s columns to fields like `First Name`, `Last Name`, `Email`, and `Phone`. Select the corresponding columns.
5. **Handle Extra Fields**: For any additional columns, choose a predefined attribute or map them as text fields.
6. **Review Your Mapping**: Double-check your selections to ensure everything looks right.
7. **Import Away**: Click **Import** to process the file. You’ll see a preview of your imported customers.

| **Quick Tip**: Save your mapping as a template in Fleetwire to speed up future imports!

||| **Warning**: Ensure your file has no duplicate emails to avoid import errors. Fleetwire treats emails as unique identifiers for customers.

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## 🚀 What’s Next?

Congrats, your customers are now in Fleetwire! Here’s what you can do next:

* **Manage Customers**: View, edit, or delete customers in the [Customers dashboard](https://tenant.fleetwire.io/customers).
* **Add Custom Fields**: Capture more customer info (e.g., insurance details) with [Custom Fields](/en/article/adding-custom-fields-to-customers-and-orders-w5rgis/).
* **Start Booking**: Create orders for your imported customers using the [Order Workflow](/en/article/the-fleetwire-order-workflow-12z4rr4/).
* **Need Help?** Reach out to our support team at [hi@fleetwire.io](mailto:hi@fleetwire.io) or via the in-app chat.

Happy importing! 🌟