> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.flashquotes.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Export Leads to CSV

> Export your lead data for marketing automation, analytics, and Google Ads conversion tracking

## Overview

Export your lead data to CSV format for use with email marketing platforms, Google Ads conversion tracking, business analytics tools, and more. The CSV export includes comprehensive lead information and calculated metrics to help you analyze and act on your sales pipeline.

## How to Export Leads

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Leads">
    Go to the [Leads](https://app.flashquotes.com/leads) page in your Flashquotes dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Export Button">
    Click the **Export to CSV** button in the top toolbar. The button appears next to the filters.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Download Your File">
    Your browser will automatically download a CSV file containing your leads (maximum 1,000 records) with all their associated data.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What's Included

The lead export includes the following columns:

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="user" title="Contact Information">
    * First Name
    * Last Name
    * Company Name
    * Email
    * Phone
    * Lead Source
    * SMS Opt-In
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="chart-line" title="Quote Metrics">
    * Open Inquiries (quotes not yet sent)
    * Open Quotes (quotes sent but not booked or expired)
    * Event Date(s) (date range from open quotes)
    * Event Value (price range from open quotes)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Common Use Cases

### Email Marketing Integration

Upload your lead export to email platforms like Mailchimp, Klaviyo, or HubSpot to:

* Create targeted campaigns for unconverted leads
* Send follow-up sequences based on quote status
* Segment by event date or lead source

### Google Ads Conversion Tracking

Use the export to optimize your ad campaigns:

* Upload converted leads as conversions in Google Ads
* Create lookalike audiences from booked customers
* Exclude existing leads from prospecting campaigns

### Business Analytics

Import data into Excel, Google Sheets, or BI tools to:

* Analyze conversion rates by source
* Track seasonal trends
* Measure sales team performance
* Forecast future bookings

## Export Limits

<Note>
  Exports are limited to 1,000 leads per export to ensure optimal performance. For larger datasets, consider:

  * Filtering by date range before exporting
  * Exporting in batches
  * Using the API for programmatic access (Scale plan)
</Note>

## File Format

The CSV file follows RFC 4180 standards:

* UTF-8 encoding
* Comma-separated values
* Double-quoted text fields
* Header row with column names
* Compatible with Excel, Google Sheets, and all major data tools

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="exclamation-triangle" title="Export button not appearing">
    Ensure you have the appropriate permissions. Lead exports require Admin or Member role access.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="file-excel" title="File won't open in Excel">
    If special characters appear incorrectly:

    1. Open Excel first
    2. Use Data → Import from Text/CSV
    3. Select UTF-8 encoding
    4. Choose comma as delimiter
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="filter" title="Missing leads in export">
    Check your active filters - the export respects all current filters including:

    * Date range
    * Lead status
    * Assigned user
    * Search terms
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related Articles

* [Imports & Exports Overview](/imports-exports/overview)
* [Export Bookings](/imports-exports/export-bookings)
* [Managing Leads](/leads/managing)
* [Workflow Automation](/workflows/overview)