Which Salesforce object is used to track the source of a potential customer before they are converted?

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Which Salesforce object is used to track the source of a potential customer before they are converted?

Accepted Answer

The Lead object in Salesforce is specifically designed to track potential customers before they are converted into actual customers. This object captures information about the source of the lead, allowing for effective follow-up and conversion. In contrast, Contacts and Accounts represent existing customers, while Prospect is not a standard Salesforce object.