How to Upload Data via Manual Ingestion
Prerequisites
Access to the Manual Ingestion section
Security data in CSV or Excel format
Uploading Data
Navigation: Sidebar → Manual Ingestion
Step 1: Open Manual Ingestion
Click Manual Ingestion in the sidebar.
The page shows a table of all previous ingestion records with their status.
Step 2: Download the Template
Click the Download Template option.
Select the connector type for your data.
Download the template file.
Fill in your data following the template structure.
> Tip: Always use the downloaded template to ensure your data maps correctly. Custom formats may fail during import.
Step 3: Upload the Data
Click the Import Data button.
In the modal:
Select the Connector Type matching your data
Upload your completed CSV/Excel file
Click Submit to start the ingestion.
Step 4: Review the Import
A Data Table Preview modal may appear showing the parsed data.
Review the data for accuracy.
Confirm the import.
Tracking Ingestion Status
The import table shows all ingestion records:
| Column | Description |
|---|
| Name | Ingestion job name |
| Connector Type | Type of data imported |
| Status | Success, Failed, or Processing |
| Date | When the ingestion was performed |
Adding Comments
Click on an ingestion record.
Add comments to document notes or issues about the imported data.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|
| Upload fails | Verify the file format matches the template (CSV or Excel). Check for empty required columns. |
| Data not appearing in Asset Inventory | Processing may take a few minutes. Check the ingestion status — if "Failed", download the error log. |
| Wrong connector type selected | Delete the failed ingestion and re-upload with the correct connector type. |
| Template download not working | Try a different browser. The template is an Excel file that requires a compatible viewer. |
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