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Understanding E.164 Phone Number Format in Zendesk

Learn about the E.164 phone number format used by Zendesk for validation and how to apply it correctly.

What is the E.164 phone number format used by Zendesk?

The E.164 phone number format is a standardized format used by Zendesk to validate phone numbers. It includes a country code, area code, and subscriber number, all prefixed with a plus sign (+).

For example, a US phone number in the E.164 format would be +15551234567. This format does not include any dashes or parentheses, which can cause validation errors if included. Ensuring phone numbers are entered in this format is crucial for successful syncing and validation in Zendesk Support.


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Why do phone numbers lose their country code when synced from Salesforce to Zendesk?

Phone numbers synced from Salesforce to Zendesk may lose their country code due to differences in how each platform handles phone number validation. Zendesk Support uses the E.164 format to validate phone numbers, which requires a country code,…

How should I format phone numbers in Salesforce for Zendesk validation?

To ensure phone numbers are validated correctly in Zendesk, they should be formatted in Salesforce using the E.164 format. This format includes a country code, area code, and subscriber number, all prefixed with a plus sign (+). For example, a US…

Why does Salesforce strip out the country code for US phone numbers?

Salesforce automatically detects US phone numbers and may strip out the country code if it exists. This can lead to validation errors when syncing with Zendesk, which requires the E.164 format. To prevent this issue, you should add a plus sign (+)…

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