Your client opened a new channel of lead intake and flooded their inclusion lists with a host of new syncing contacts. How can they solve this problem to limit who syncs with Salesforce and stay within their API limit?
- Delete the contacts.
- Updating the inclusion list sync criteria.
- Allocate more API calls to HubSpot.
- Do nothing; this problem cannot be resolved.
Recommended Solution:
Apply a sync filter to limit which leads/contacts sync with Salesforce.
🔧 How to Do This:
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Set a sync filter field in your MAP (e.g., “Sync to Salesforce” = true/false):
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Create a custom field like
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Set it to true only for leads/contacts that meet specific criteria (like MQL status, certain engagement levels, or completeness of data).
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Use segmentation logic or smart lists to define eligible contacts:
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Example: Only sync leads from specific lead sources, regions, or lifecycle stages.
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Update your sync rules:
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Configure your MAP → Salesforce sync settings to only sync records where
Sync_to_SFDC = true.
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Backfill or batch update qualified records:
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If needed, run a smart campaign or workflow to set
Sync_to_SFDC = truefor already-qualified leads.
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Monitor your API usage in Salesforce:
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Use the Salesforce System Overview or API monitoring tools to track usage and validate the reduction.
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