If you’re moving your business operations into Go High Level, one of the very first things you’ll want to do is bring in your existing contacts. Whether those contacts are sitting in a spreadsheet, another CRM, or exported from an email tool, the process of importing them into Go High Level is simple, but it does require following a few steps carefully.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to import contacts in Go High Level, so you can start automating communication and campaigns without missing a beat.
Step-by-Step: Importing Contacts in Go High Level
- Log in to your Go High Level account
Start by heading over to your sub-account where you want the contacts to live. - Navigate to the Contacts section
From the left-hand menu, click on Contacts. This is where all your customer data will be managed. - Click “Import Contacts”
In the top tab, you’ll see the option to import. Clicking this will bring up the import window. - Upload your CSV file
Go High Level supports imports via CSV files. Make sure your contact data (name, email, phone number, etc.) is formatted correctly in a spreadsheet before exporting it to CSV. - Map your fields
Once uploaded, you’ll be prompted to match your CSV columns with Go High Level fields (for example, “First Name,” “Email,” “Phone Number”). Double-check this step to avoid mismatched data. - Add tags or assign to campaigns (optional)
During import, you can also apply tags, add contacts to specific campaigns, or assign them to a pipeline. This step helps with organization and automation. - Confirm and import
Review your selections and hit “Import.” Go High Level will process the file and add your contacts into the system.
Watch the Full Walkthrough Video
Reading steps is helpful, but sometimes it’s easier to actually see it done. That’s why I’ve created a full video walkthrough showing you how to import contacts in Go High Level from start to finish.
Conclusion
Importing contacts into Go High Level is quick and straightforward once you know where to look and how to format your data. With just a few clicks, you can bring your entire database into the platform and immediately start using automations, workflows, and campaigns to nurture leads and serve your clients better.
If you haven’t already, make sure to watch the video walkthrough to see the whole process in action—it’ll give you that extra layer of clarity before you get started.
