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Fields in Data Use Purpose Records
Represents a category that defines the reason for contacting an individual. For example, billing, marketing, or surveys.
Represents a category that defines the reason for contacting an individual. For example, billing, marketing, or surveys.
| Available in: both Salesforce Classic and Lightning Experience |
| Available in: all editions |
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Can Data Subject Opt Out | Indication of whether an individual can decline contact for the described purpose. |
| Description | Indicates the purpose for contacting a customer. |
| Legal Basis | The legal basis record associated with this purpose. |
| Name | The reason for contacting an individual. For example, “billing” or “marketing.” |

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