Customer Contacts
Alguna supports multiple contacts per customer, each with specific roles determining which communications they receive. Configure billing contacts, legal signatories, and update recipients to ensure the right people get the right information.Overview
Each customer can have multiple contacts with different roles:| Role | Receives |
|---|---|
| Billing | Invoices, receipts, payment reminders |
| Legal | Quote signatures, contract renewals, terms |
| Updates | Product updates, service notifications |
| Admin | All communications |

Managing Contacts
Add a New Contact
- Navigate to Customers → [Customer Name] → Contacts
- Click + New Contact
- Enter contact details:
- First name and last name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Job title (optional)
- Select email preferences (roles)
- Click Save
Edit Existing Contact
- Click on the contact in the list
- Update details or email preferences
- Click Save
Remove Contact
- Click the three-dot menu on the contact
- Select Delete Contact
- Confirm deletion
Set Primary Contact
- Click on the contact
- Toggle Primary Contact on
- Click Save
Contact Roles
Billing Role
Receives all billing-related communications:- Invoice notifications
- Payment receipts
- Payment failure alerts
- Payment method expiration warnings
- Credit notes and refunds
Legal Role
Receives legal and contract communications:- Quote signature requests
- Contract renewal notifications
- Terms and conditions updates
- Amendment approvals
Updates Role
Receives general updates:- Product announcements
- Service notifications
- Maintenance windows
- Feature updates
Admin Role
Receives all communications (combination of all roles). Use this for small businesses where one person handles everything.Contact Fields
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| First Name | Yes | First name |
| Last Name | Yes | Last name |
| Yes | Email address | |
| Phone | No | Phone number |
| Job Title | No | Job title |
| Roles | Yes | Communication roles |
| Primary | No | Primary contact flag |
Common Scenarios
Enterprise Customer
Large companies typically need:- Primary billing contact: Director of Finance or AP lead
- Backup billing contact: Accounts Payable department email
- Legal contact: General Counsel for contract signing
- Technical contact: CTO or IT lead for service updates
Small Business
Single owner/operator:- One contact with Admin role receives all communications
Best Practices
Multiple Billing Contacts
Add backup billing contacts for payment continuity.
Separate Legal Contact
Ensure quotes reach decision-makers with signing authority.
Validate Emails
Verify email addresses to ensure delivery.
Keep Current
Update contacts when employees change roles or leave.
Troubleshooting
Emails Not Reaching Contact
- Verify email address is correct
- Check contact has appropriate role
- Review delivery logs for bounces
- Check spam filters and email settings
Missing Role Communications
- Confirm contact has the required role assigned
- Check if contact is unsubscribed
- Verify email preferences settings