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Assigning Custom Roles to Agents in Zendesk Import

Learn how to assign custom roles to agents during a bulk import in Zendesk, ensuring roles are pre-created and correctly named.

How do I assign custom roles to agents during a bulk import?

To assign custom roles to agents during a bulk import, include the custom role name in the restriction field of your CSV file.

Ensure that the custom role has already been created in Zendesk Support. If you use a role name that doesn't exist, the user's role defaults to Light Agent. Note that on Enterprise plans, agent roles override standard restrictions, so you must use an agent role for importing or updating an agent.


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Can I update existing users with a bulk import in Zendesk?

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