Objects & Fields
This topic describes fields for storing custom metadata in Optimizely Data Platform (ODP).
Fields
Fields allow storing custom metadata on any ODP Object. Fields can store a variety of data:
Type | Notes |
|---|---|
Text | Any printable UTF-8 character, including space. Text is limited to 1024 characters. |
Number | A number represented in standard decimal format (Example: |
Date & Time | Must be formatted as ISO 8601 format or UNIX epoch (seconds since January 1, 1970). Examples: Note: If time and time zone are not provided, the time is assumed to be 12am UTC. |
True/False | Must be one of |
Create Custom Fields in UI
- Go to Account Settings -> Objects & Fields and select Create New Field.
- Select the object that should own the field (for example, Events or Customers).
- Select the field name and field display name.
- Field Name: The name used for API/SDK/CSV uploads and within Liquid templates.
- Field Display Name: The user-friendly name used in reporting, segmentation and campaigns.
Create Custom Fields via API
Create Custom Objects and/or Identifiers
Important
Custom Objects & Identifiers are only available for creation by app developers and ODP Customer Success/Support. To learn more, contact your CSM or our support team.
Updated 3 months ago