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# Dataloader from MuleSoft and Salesforce Data Loader

Dataloader from MuleSoft and Salesforce Data Loader are separate products with different use cases. Dataloader from MuleSoft runs in your browser and requires no installation, while Salesforce Data Loader is a downloadable desktop app.

## Dataloader from MuleSoft

Dataloader from MuleSoft is a cloud-based tool for importing, exporting, and deleting Salesforce data. It runs in your browser. No installation required. Use it when you want a web-based tool, scheduled tasks, or cloud storage integrations. Open it at [dataloader.io](https://dataloader.io).

For plans and pricing, see [Dataloader.io Pricing](https://dataloader.io/pricing). Support is available through this help center for Professional and Enterprise subscribers. Users on the included tier can access the knowledge base and community forums.

![Dataloader from MuleSoft task list with New Task and scheduled tasks.](https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/media/dataloader-home-page.png '{"class": "image-framed image-xl"}')

## Salesforce Data Loader

Salesforce Data Loader is a downloadable desktop app from Salesforce. Use it when you need a locally installed tool or when your organization requires it for compliance or network reasons. For more information, see [Data Loader](https://help.salesforce.com/articleView?id=data_loader.htm&type=5).

For support with Salesforce Data Loader, contact [Salesforce Support](https://help.salesforce.com/articleView?id=000321274&type=1&mode=1).

![Salesforce Data Loader desktop app window with insert and export actions.](https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/media/salesforce-data-loader-app.png '{"class": "image-framed image-lg"}')

## See Also

- [Get Started with Dataloader from MuleSoft](https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/platform/dataloader/guide/get-started.md)
- [Review Product FAQs](https://developer.salesforce.com/docs/platform/dataloader/guide/product-faqs.md)
- [_Salesforce Help_: Data Loader](https://help.salesforce.com/articleView?id=data_loader.htm&type=5)
- [_Salesforce Help_: Salesforce Support](https://help.salesforce.com/articleView?id=000321274&type=1&mode=1)