Got a 'How do I' question? Join 'Ask a Trainer' Monday to Friday, 11am to 4pm ET for instant help and pro tips!

Data Merge

JustinB5
Rookie
0 Votes

Is it possible to do a data merge into a Constant Contact email? if so, please explain how. We are looking to send a bulk email, but a couple of the sections need to be cutomized to each individual recipient. Thanks in advance!

Top Answer
William_A
Administrator

Hello @JustinB5 ,

 

You can insert contact details, as well as setup dynamic content that will only send for a contact if they meet the criteria you set for it.

 

Otherwise you may be able to set something more elaborate up using the custom code editor, if you know how to create emails from HTML code.


2 REPLIES 2
William_A
Administrator
0 Votes

Hello @JustinB5 ,

 

You can insert contact details, as well as setup dynamic content that will only send for a contact if they meet the criteria you set for it.

 

Otherwise you may be able to set something more elaborate up using the custom code editor, if you know how to create emails from HTML code.


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
William A
Community & Social Media Support
JustinB5
Rookie
0 Votes

Thank you. I think I figured it out. You can create custom form fields based on the data, then use brackets in the body of the email where you want the merge to fill. 

 

For Example:

 

Dear {Name}

 

As long as there is a custom form field labeled 'Name' or whatever field you're looking to merge, it will automatically input that section of the recipient data. 

  • Avatar

    Featured Article

    Use Sections to Build Email Campaigns Faster and Improve Engagement Rates

    Using Sections while designing your marketing email not only increases your own efficiency but helps you to deliver a more friendly, organized message. Check out some of the key benefits of using sections in email.

    See Article
  • Avatar

    Featured Thread

    Casual Conversations: What's your go-to playlist?

    If you listen to music while you work, share your playlist below so we can be inspired and maybe find some new music!

    View thread
  • Avatar

    Featured Thread

    Ready, Set, Send Reflections

    The Ready, Set, Send Challenge has finished! Let's reflect on the wins and accomplishments over the last six weeks.

    Join challenge
Updates
Just Getting Started?

We’re here to help you grow. With how-to tutorials, courses, getting-started guides, videos and step-by-step instructions to start and succeed with Constant Contact.

Start Here

73% of SMBs express doubt that their marketing strategy is effective. Does this sound familiar? Read our Small Business Now Report to learn how you can tweak your strategy to see better results.

Go read our article
Upcoming Webinars
NOV 21
Save Time with Campaign Builder in Constant Contact
11AM - 12PM EST