Client Import Guide
How to export your client list
Step-by-step instructions for the four most common booking platforms. Once you have your CSV, upload it in the Protaja app under Clients → Import CSV.
Square Appointments
Square exports phone numbers in the "Phone Number" column. Protaja finds it automatically.
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Open your Square Dashboard
Go to squareup.com and sign in to your account. Make sure you're in the correct location if you have multiple.
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Square Appointments — Step 1: Open your Square Dashboard
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Go to Customers
In the left sidebar, click Customers. This opens your full client directory.
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Square Appointments — Step 2: Go to Customers
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Click "Export"
In the top-right corner of the Customers page, click the Export button. Square will prepare your list.
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Square Appointments — Step 3: Click "Export"
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Choose "All Customers" and download
Select All Customers and click Export to CSV. The file downloads automatically to your computer.
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Square Appointments — Step 4: Choose "All Customers" and download
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Upload to Protaja
In the Protaja app, go to Clients → Import CSV and select the file. Protaja reads the name and phone columns automatically.
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Square Appointments — Step 5: Upload to Protaja
What Protaja looks for in your file
Required
- Namefirst_name, name, or full_name column
- Phone10-digit US number
Optional (but helpful)
- Last VisitHelps prioritise who to message first
- EmailUsed for future email features
- BirthdayEnables birthday message campaigns
- NotesImported as client notes
Don't use any of these platforms, or still having trouble?
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