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How to Delete a Lead or Contact in Zendesk Sell

Learn how to delete leads or contacts in Zendesk Sell. Follow these steps to clean up your data efficiently.

How do I delete a lead or contact in Zendesk Sell?

To delete a lead or contact in Zendesk Sell, you need to follow a few simple steps. First, navigate to the Sell sidebar and click on either the Leads or Contacts icon. Then, select the lead or contact you wish to delete. Click on 'Edit' next to their name, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click 'Delete this lead' or 'Delete this contact'. Finally, confirm your decision by clicking 'Delete'.

It's important to note that you cannot delete a contact if they are associated with any deals. You must first delete any associated deals before proceeding with the contact deletion. For more detailed instructions, you can refer to theoriginal Zendesk help article.


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Can I delete multiple leads or contacts at once in Zendesk Sell?

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Why can't I delete a contact in Zendesk Sell?

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Is there a way to mark a contact as inactive in Zendesk Sell?

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