# Importing an audience

Learn how to import an audience into your research panel in Participant Kit.

Source: https://participantkit.com/help/courses/admin/importing-an-audience

Video: https://www.loom.com/share/a4d59008467f4d6eb99dd9cb8cdbeacb

## Key takeaways

💡 **Remember:** CSV import lets you bring existing audiences into Participant Kit - perfect for migrating from spreadsheets or other tools

🧪 **Try:** Preview your data mapping before importing - catch any misaligned columns before they become a problem

⚠️ **Watch for:** Column mapping is crucial - drag and drop to match your CSV headers with panel fields

⚡ **Quick tip:** You can import hundreds of records at once - much faster than manual entry or waiting for form sign-ups