Segments & Targeting - FAQ
If a segment is 'off' what does that mean?
It means that for any user falling into that segment, the feature flag is forced to the OFF state (overriding the environment default).
Related: Will a segment override work if the feature is toggled off?
Related documentation: Segments
Will a segment override work if the feature is toggled off?
Yes. A segment override is evaluated regardless of the global environment on/off switch for that flag.
Related: If a segment is 'off' what does that mean?
How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?
You can go to the Segments page in the UI and view the "Users" tab to see identities currently in that segment.
Related: Can I view all the users in a segment?
Related documentation: Segments
Can I view all the users in a segment?
Yes, via the method mentioned above.
Related: How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?
Does the % split segment feature work for non-identified users?
No. Percentage splits require a consistent Identity ID to hash against. Anonymous users must be assigned a generated ID for this to work.
Related: How do I identify an anonymous user? What about running AB tests with anonymous users?
Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators • Identities
When using a segment with "% split", would changing the value affect existing users?
No. The bucket is determined by hashing the Identity ID. As long as the percentage value and the User ID remain the same, the user stays in the same bucket.
Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators
Can I put a Segment inside a Segment?
No. Nested segments are not supported.
Related: Is there a way to combine two conditions with 'AND' for Segments?
Is there a way to combine two conditions with 'AND' for Segments?
Yes. You can add multiple conditions within a segment rule, which function as AND logic.
Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators
What happens if I have the same user that is attached to two segments and have an opposite config on the same feature?
Related: Is it possible to set a flag that has complete precedent over all users & segments?
Related documentation: Segments
Does Flagsmith allow me to incorporate user segmentation data (eg from mixpanel) to deploy flags based on user attributes?
Via Integrations: Yes, if you use Segment.com (the CDP) or Amplitude, Flagsmith has native integrations to sync identities/segments.
Related documentation: Segment Integration • Amplitude Integration
Is it possible to export the users to a .CSV or something similar?
No button exists in the UI. You must retrieve the users via the API to generate a CSV.
Related: How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?
Related documentation: Flagsmith API Overview
Related FAQ Categories
- User & Identity Management - Questions about user identification and traits
- Feature Flags & Remote Config - Questions about flag configuration and targeting