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Help Scout migration guide

Migrate from Help Scout to Helpefi Keep simplicity, add depth.

Graduate from shared inbox to SLA, chat, SMS, AI, and optional ITSM without losing the clean agent experience you liked in Help Scout.

Last updated on 2026-07-08 Written by Malik S Reviewed by Gandral V

Export Help Scout conversations

Export customers and conversations. Tag recurring themes for KB and automation.

Import to helpefi

Load contacts and tickets via CSV. Connect the same support email address on a parallel forward.

Add SLA and chat

Configure response targets and embed live chat — capabilities beyond Help Scout shared inbox.

Go live

Remove Help Scout forwarding when agents prefer the helpefi workspace and reports meet leadership expectations.

Frequently asked questions

Will helpefi feel as simple as Help Scout?
The agent inbox stays focused. Advanced features live in settings until you need them.
Can we migrate gradually?
Yes. Forward email to both systems briefly or route one brand/channel to helpefi first.

References & sources

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