Add users with a CSV file

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If you have a large number of users you want to invite as members of your organization, you can register them simultaneously by uploading a .csv (comma-separated values) file that contains user information.

Uploading users via CSV file is only supported for Padlet for Schools accounts.
If you are using an external rostering system (such as ClassLink, OneRoster, or the Google for Education App) - Click the following link to learn more about how to manage users within the account.

Manage users with external rostering systems

Add users to your Padlet for Schools account using a CSV file. Save yourself some time by following the steps below!

To add users without email addresses -- please contact Padlet Support!

Create your CSV file

  1. Make a copy of this sample csv and add the users' email addresses and valid role type: Admin, Teacher or Student
  2. Download as a .csv file
  3. Open the file with a text editor (such as Notepad or TextEdit) or Microsoft excel and add rows for all users
  4. Copy the content
Note: If you are using Microsoft Excel, save the file and open it in a text editor to ensure that the values are comma-separated before copying the content.

Upload your CSV file

  1. From the homepage, click on the Settings cog icon (⚙️) at the top
  2. Click on your School's name at the top. Then, click Members
  3. Click Add members > Upload CSV
  4. Click Upload to attach your CSV file
Be sure to check for duplicates before uploading to avoid errors.

An invite will be sent to the users with instructions on how to join the organization.

FAQs

How do I add users without email addresses?
To add students without email addresses to the account, please contact our Support team and we can help!

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