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Exporting Leads from Targetron Easily
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Introduction: The Export Headache (And How to Fix It)
If you’re a business owner or marketing professional and have been using Targetron, one of your concerns might be exporting the results as easily as possible. A recent study even found that B2B contact data accuracy can erode by as much as 70.3% per year. Data export requires both speed and accuracy simultaneously.
Although we offer an easy-to-use user interface, and it’s easy to find the Export button, you should be realistic in doing the task. We are anticipating users who are not familiar with data exporting and want to save you from that headache.
In this guide, I’ll share the simple steps I learned to export leads the right way, every time. Consider me someone who shares all the secret tricks so you can get your leads without any trouble and save you lots of time.
What is Targetron B2B Directory
Targetron, one of the first US-based companies focusing on direct mailing lists since 1996, was relaunched as a data startup in 2022. Offering enriched B2B business, despite its easy-to-use web application, there are still challenges that we should consider.
Our B2B leads directory is one of the most trusted in the industry, and you can easily compare it with other existing tools to prove that the data is fresh and relevant to your needs. We offer smart lead scoring and validations, aside from our seamless CRM integrations using our API.
The Before-You-Export Checklist
As a user of various CRM tools and automation products, I’ve learned that the secret to a good export happens before you even click the button.
You might be thinking, “But Targetron is easy to use, why do I even need these tips?” Even with the most user-friendly tools, little things can go wrong. Maybe a setting is hidden, or you didn’t realize a list had duplicates.
Our goal here is to help you spot these small issues before they become a problem and ruin your export or data download.
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Count Your Credits
Before you start, check your account. Do you have enough “credits” to download all the leads you want? This simple check will stop you from getting stuck in the middle.
Clean Up Your List
Use Targetron’s filters to get rid of any companies you don’t want before you export. I always make sure to remove duplicates and check for leads that are missing important info, like an email address.
Look at a Few Leads
I like to click on a few random leads on my list just to make sure the information looks good. This is why Targetron offers a preview once you search a specific business category. A quick look-over can save you a lot of time.
My 3-Step Export Trick
This is the exact process I use every time. It’s a simple plan that just works, and it saves me from so much hassle later on.
Step 1: Pick the Right File Type
When you go to download and export your leads, Targetron will give you a few different options for the file type. Most of the time, you’ll want to choose a CSV file, because it’s a super simple, plain version of a spreadsheet. CSV is also a good choice because almost every single program, whether a CRM or a simple spreadsheet app, can easily open and understand it without any problems.
There are times when you might pick Excel if you’re more comfortable in using it, like needing the special formatting, or you prefer JSON for programmers. Otherwise, CSV is my go-to choice.
Step 2: Export in Small Groups
If you have a really big list, like over a thousand leads, I’ve learned it’s a terrible idea to download it all at once. Downloading a giant list can get you overwhelmed with data.
This is the reason why I suggested exporting in smaller groups, maybe 100-200 leads at a time. It’s a little extra work upfront, but it guarantees that your data will be perfect and complete.
Step 3: Give Your File a Good Name
This might seem like a small thing, but it is a huge help later on. I’ve made the mistake of just downloading files from similar companies and letting my computer name things like [download(1).csv].
Targetron actually does a lot of work for you with its advanced naming system, which is a huge help!. For example, our downloaded file was named [bars_orlando_us_Aug_11_11-80.csv], which is based on your search query. This name tells you a lot without you having to do anything.
You can still have an option to add more details, but the most important thing is that you understand that having a good file name makes it so much easier to find and organize your work later.
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How I Solve the Most Common Problems with Targetron Export
I’ve run into all the common problems, so I know how to fix them. Here are the most common issues I’ve faced and the simple solution I found.
Problem 1: "My Export button is grey?"
With Targetron if you starts your query and haven’t click the “Search” button yet, the “Download” button is still gray. It will turn to blue when you finished clicking the “Search” button.
Sometimes this can be confusing. When the “Download” button is grey and you can’t click it, this means your account plan doesn’t allow you to download your chosen leads.
The fix is usually pretty simple, just check your account’s subscription settings to see if you need to upgrade or add funds. You can also send a quick message to Targetron’s support team to ask them what’s going on.
Even if the download button is already blue, if you don’t have any funds or available credit, you will still be prompted during your checkout, so make sure that your Targetron account has funds before downloading. Targetron also offers a flexible pay-as-you-go pricing system with no monthly subscription; you only pay for the leads you actually download.
Problem 2: Export Limits
Some services charge you a ton of money for a monthly subscription and still limit how many leads you can download.
Targetron has a flexible pay-as-you-go payment system with no monthly subscription fees. You only pay for the leads you actually download. It has different tiers that give you credits, so you can choose the right amount for your needs and never get stuck with a big bill for leads you don’t use.
Problem 3: Missing Data
Other services might give you a list that is missing important information, like a phone number or an email address. This forces you to go searching for it yourself, which takes time.
Targetron has a huge, verified database that is built to be complete. Before exporting or downloading leads, you can use the advanced filters to make sure you only see leads that have the exact information you need. This guarantees that your list is full of good, useful data from the very beginning.
Problem 4: A Messy Export or Download
There are some tools that can export your data in a jumbled mess. All information might be crammed into one column, or there might be extra spaces and odd characters that make it hard to read.
Targetron is designed to give you a clean, organized export every time. You can choose to download your leads as a CSV or XLSX file, and the data is always structured correctly, with each piece of information in its own column.
Problem 5: Getting Blocked
Some tools or B2B directory websites might think that you are a robot if you download too many leads too quickly, and they’ll block your account.
Our tool has a fair usage policy and is designed for quick and easy exports. It’s built to handle fast downloads, but it’s still a good idea to download in smaller batches if you have a massive list.
Conclusion: Let's Get to Work
You’ve made it through the entire guide, and you’ve officially conquered the “export or download headaches.” You can now have a perfectly clean, organized, and reliable list of leads, and you’re ready to go.
By following these simple steps, you’ve learned that the secret to a great export starts with a little preparation. You now know to always check your credits and clean your list using Targetron’s filters before you even hit the download button.
You’ve also mastered our 3-step trick, namely picking the right file type, exporting in smaller batches, and understanding the application’s advanced file-naming system so you never lose track of a file again.
But most importantly, you’ve learned how to turn common B2B data problems into non-issues. You now have the knowledge to get around things like messy exports and missing data because you understand how to use Targetron’s complete database and advanced filters for your advantage.
The hard work is over. The next thing to do is to use this lead list to start a campaign and reach out to your new prospects.
Ready to put these tricks into action? Perfect!
Don’t miss this opportunity and let us know what credit card you’re comfortable using to top up your Targetron account, and discover how easy it is to export exactly the leads you need!
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Targetron’s B2B directory is targeted, fresh, updated, and verified. They offered Pay-As-You-Use payment option, which means you only pay for the data you actually use.
Targetron accepts payments using these methods:
- Bank Card
- Bank Transfer
- Cryptocurrency
- Paypal
- Debit or Credit Cards
- Before adding credits, make sure you entered your details on the billing information page (in case you need it in invoices or PO).
- Navigate to your profile page.
- Enter the number of credits you want to add.
- Choose the payment method you want to use in order to add credits (credit card, PayPal, etc.).
- After clicking the button with your payment method, follow the steps of the payment method provider.
Each users of Targetron are given a unique referral code that could be use to promote Targetron. Just proceed to your Profile and copy your referral. Once somebody will sign up and buy credits, you will receive 25% of your referral payments to your account balance.