# Communication Preferences

The Communication Preferences section of a contact record defines how the individual prefers to be contacted and stores their social media profiles.

![Screenshot: The Communication Preferences section of a CRM contact form showing the Text, Phone, Email, and Mail opt-in toggles and the social media URL fields for Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn](/files/xqC4Iv8Qzk3kYOLan1LU)

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#### Open the Contact Record

Navigate to the Community Relationships list and click on the contact you want to edit. Then navigate to the **Communication Preferences** section of the contact form.
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#### Set Communication Opt-In Preferences

Toggle the following options to indicate whether the contact has opted in to each communication method:

* **Text** -- The contact agrees to receive text messages.
* **Phone** -- The contact agrees to receive phone calls.
* **Email** -- The contact agrees to receive emails.
* **Mail** -- The contact agrees to receive physical mail.
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#### Enter Facebook URL (optional)

In the **Facebook** field, enter the contact's Facebook profile URL.
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#### Enter X (formerly Twitter) Link (optional)

In the **X (formerly Twitter) link** field, enter the contact's profile URL.
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#### Enter Instagram Handle (optional)

In the **Instagram** field, enter the contact's Instagram handle or profile URL.
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#### Enter LinkedIn URL (optional)

In the **LinkedIn** field, enter the contact's LinkedIn profile URL.
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#### Save the Contact

Click **Save** to update the contact record with the communication preferences and social media information.
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**TIP:** Communication preferences help ensure you are reaching out to contacts through their preferred channels. Always confirm opt-in status before sending communications.
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**NOTE:** Social media fields are URL fields that validate the format of the entered link. Enter the full URL for each profile.
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