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How to Export Contacts from HubSpot

Learn how to quickly export contacts from HubSpot to CSV. Compare the multi-step export process with Shabe's instant data export.

The HubSpot Way

Multiple clicks through menus and forms:

Navigate to Contacts → Select contacts → Actions → Export → Configure columns → Download

⏱️ Takes 2-5 minutes + context switching

The Shabe Way

Just type what you need:

"Export my California contacts to CSV"

⚡ Instant results in seconds

Common Export Scenarios

You need to export contacts when:

  • Sharing with partners - send filtered lists
  • Analysis in Excel - deeper data work
  • Importing elsewhere - migrate to other tools
  • Reporting - create custom reports
  • Compliance - GDPR data requests

The Traditional HubSpot Way

To export contacts:

  1. Go to Contacts
  2. Apply filters for the contacts you want
  3. Select all or individual contacts
  4. Click ActionsExport
  5. Choose Export view or All contacts
  6. Select which properties to include
  7. Click Export
  8. Wait for email with download link
  9. Download the CSV

For filtered exports, this takes 5-10 minutes.

The Shabe Way

Just describe what you want:

"Export my California contacts to CSV"

Shabe applies the filter, exports, and provides the download instantly.

Query Examples

"Export all my contacts to CSV"
"Download contacts created this month"
"Export enterprise contacts with emails"
"Export my MQL contacts with phone numbers"
"Download all contacts from TechCorp"

Custom Fields

Specify which fields to include:

"Export contacts with name, email, phone, and company"
"Download my leads with all custom properties"
"Export contacts with engagement history"

Instant Downloads

Unlike HubSpot's email-based system, Shabe provides:

  • Immediate CSV download
  • No waiting for email
  • Filtered exports in seconds
  • Custom column selection

Use Cases

For marketing:

"Export all email subscribers from last campaign"
"Download unengaged contacts from Q4"

For sales:

"Export all my hot leads with phone numbers"
"Download contacts who requested demos"

For compliance:

"Export all EU contacts for GDPR audit"
"Download contacts who opted out this month"

Get Started

Connect your HubSpot to Shabe and try "Export [filtered contacts] to CSV" for instant data exports.

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