Adding Clients
Build and maintain your client database to send requests and track submissions efficiently. A well-organized client list makes it easy to find and communicate with clients.
Individual Clients
Add clients one at a time when you need to enter detailed information:
- Required Information: At minimum, you need the client's name and email address. The email is used to send document requests and notifications.
- Optional Details: Add phone number, company name, address, and custom notes. More information helps you identify and communicate with clients effectively.
- Client Portal Access: Each client automatically gets access to a secure portal where they can view all requests sent to them.
- Custom Fields: Add custom fields to track client-specific information like client ID, account number, or internal reference codes.
Bulk Import
Save time by importing multiple clients at once from a spreadsheet:
- CSV Format: Prepare your client list in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format. Most spreadsheet programs like Excel or Google Sheets can export to CSV.
- Download Template: Click "Import CSV" and download our template file to see the required column format. The template includes headers for name, email, phone, company, and tags.
- Column Mapping: During import, you'll map your CSV columns to Infile fields. This allows flexibility if your spreadsheet uses different column names.
- Validation: The system validates email addresses and checks for duplicates before importing. You'll see a preview and can fix any errors before confirming.
- Update Existing: Choose whether to update existing clients or skip duplicates. Useful when you want to refresh client information in bulk.
Client Tags
Organize and categorize clients with tags for easier management:
- Create Tags: Add tags like "Tax Client," "Audit," "Priority," "Q1 2024," or any category that helps you organize. Use colors to make tags visually distinct.
- Multiple Tags: Assign multiple tags to each client. For example, a client could be tagged as both "Tax Client" and "Priority."
- Filter by Tags: Quickly find all clients with a specific tag. Click a tag to see all clients in that category.
- Bulk Requests: Send requests to all clients with a specific tag at once. Perfect for seasonal campaigns or group communications.
- Tag Management: Rename, recolor, or delete tags from the settings page. Changes apply to all clients with that tag.
Organization Tip: Use a consistent tagging system from the start. Common approaches include tagging by service type, time period, priority level, or industry.