How to Import/Export Contacts in CallHippo

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Written by admin · Updated 1 Jul, 2026

Managing your contacts in CallHippo means being able to move them in and out of the system whenever you need to. Whether you are exporting your list for a backup, migrating to another platform, or syncing with a CRM, CallHippo makes it simple. Here is how to export your contacts step by step.

How to export contacts in CallHippo

  1. Log in to your CallHippo Dashboard.
  2. Navigate to the top right-hand side of the page and click on the settings icon.
    CallHippo dashboard with the settings gear icon highlighted in the top-right corner
  3. Select the General Settings option, then open the Contacts tab.
    General Settings page with the Contacts tab selected showing the Export Contacts option
  4. You will land on a page where you can choose to export your contacts. Click Export Contacts and confirm by clicking Yes.
    Export Contacts confirmation dialog asking Are you sure you want to export your contacts with Yes highlighted
  5. Once you click Yes, your contact list will be sent to your registered email ID.
    Success message confirming the export request was submitted and contacts will be sent to the registered email

Note: The exported data will be downloaded in .csv format. To import contacts, upload a CSV file that follows the system-provided template from the import section.

Business use cases

Efficient contact management for sales and support teams

  • Sales teams can quickly upload bulk lead data, reducing manual entry.
  • Customer support teams can maintain a structured contact list for quick access.

Smooth CRM integration

  • Businesses using external CRM tools can easily import contacts for seamless calling.
  • Contacts can be exported from CallHippo and uploaded into other platforms for analysis.

Backup and data security

  • Ensures contact data is backed up and retrievable in case of system updates or migration.
  • Enables businesses to keep offline records for compliance and auditing.

Marketing and outreach campaigns

  • Contact lists can be imported for outbound marketing campaigns.
  • After campaigns, contacts can be exported for reporting and further segmentation.

Onboarding new teams

  • New agents can quickly access pre-uploaded contacts instead of manually entering details.
  • Teams can import customer databases when expanding into new markets.

FAQs about managing contacts in CallHippo

Q: What file format is required for importing contacts?
A: Contacts must be uploaded in CSV format, following the system-provided template.

Q: How do I ensure my contact list is formatted correctly before importing?
A: Download the template file from the import section and structure your contacts accordingly.

Q: Can I import contacts with additional details like email and company name?
A: Yes, the system allows additional fields like email and company name.

Q: Will my exported contacts include call history and notes?
A: No, only basic contact details (name, phone number, and email) are included in the exported CSV file.

Q: How frequently can I import or export contacts?
A: There is no limit — you can import or export contacts anytime based on your business needs.

Q: What should I do if my contact import fails?
A: Ensure the following:

  • The file is in CSV format.
  • The headers match the template.
  • The phone numbers are correctly formatted.

Q: Can I edit contacts after importing them?
A: Yes, imported contacts can be edited manually in the CallHippo dashboard.

We hope this helps. If you still have questions, feel free to reach out at [email protected].

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