The Manual Upload source type identifies contacts whose information was added directly into the system or through a non-integrated form, rather than syncing automatically. This helps you understand how each contact entered your database and whether their details came from an automated sync or a manual action.
When Manual Upload Appears
You may see the Manual Upload source type in several scenarios:
A user adds a contact manually through
Adding a single contact or using a CSV
A contact submits a form
A contact completes a waiver, which the system treats as a type of form
Any contact who completes a waiver or form without an existing Mariana Tek (MT) profile will appear with the Manual Upload source type.
If you notice unexpected “Manual Upload” entries, review the associated waiver or form by checking its Insight page to confirm the contact’s origin

