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simple-salesforce

A very simple and clean Python REST API client for Salesforce CRM and Force.com.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars1.8k
Last commit6 days ago
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Soql Python RunnerBusinessCrm Lead SynchronizerSimple Salesforce PySalesforce Python Client
Overview

Why consider simple-salesforce?

simple-salesforce is an open-source, idiomatic Python client for the Salesforce REST API created by Nick Catalano. It provides simple Python object wrappers for creating, retrieving, updating, and querying Salesforce Lead, Contact, Account, and custom SObject records.

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Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of simple-salesforce

simple-salesforce syncs customer contacts and manages sales leads directly inside Python workflows.

Quickstart

bash
1pip install simple-salesforce
python
1from simple_salesforce import Salesforce
2sf = Salesforce(username='user@company.com', password='pwd', security_token='token')
3sf.Lead.create({'FirstName': 'Jane', 'LastName': 'Doe', 'Company': 'TiloBox Ltd'})

simple-salesforce is licensed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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simple-salesforce FAQs

simple-salesforce is listed as a Business tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

simple-salesforce is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

simple-salesforce is listed as an alternative to Salesforce REST API. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.