# Import clients from a spreadsheet

> Bring your existing client list into Acme from a CSV file exported from Excel, Google Sheets or another tool.

1. Export your list as **CSV** (comma separated, UTF-8).
2. In **Clients**, click **Import** and choose the file.
3. Match each column to an Acme field. Columns you don't need can be skipped.
4. Review the preview and click **Import N clients**.

```csv
name,email,company,vat_number
Jane Smith,jane@northwind.example,Northwind Ltd,GB123456789
Ravi Patel,ravi@contoso.example,Contoso,
```

Duplicates are matched by e-mail address and updated instead of created twice.

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Source: https://acme.kbshelf.com/a/import-clients/ · Updated 2026-11-02