Mailchimp Integration

Introduction to Mailchimp Integration

Learn how to set up a Mailchimp integration with Breakdance’s form builder, allowing you to connect your forms directly to your Mailchimp account for efficient email list management.

Initial Setup for Mailchimp Integration

Creating a Mailchimp API Key

1. In Mailchimp, go to Profile > Extras > API Keys.
2. Click ‘Create A Key’ to create a new API Key and follow the instructions.
3. Copy the API Key.

Adding Your Mailchimp API Key

1. On your website, go to Breakdance >.Settings in your WordPress admin panel.
2. Navigate to the API Keys settings.
3. Paste your Mailchimp API Key into the ‘Mailchimp API Key’ field.
4. Save the page.

Configuring Mailchimp in The Form Builder

Selecting Mailchimp in the Actions Section

1. Select your form builder in the builder preview.
2. In the properties panel on the left side, expand the actions area.
3. From the ‘Actions After Submission’ dropdown, select ‘Mailchimp’.

Customizing Mailchimp Settings

1. Click the pencil icon next to the Mailchimp action to open the Mailchimp settings.
2. Choose your audience from the available options.
3. Decide whether to turn on or off the double opt-in feature (off by default).
4. Expand the field mapping area and ensure correct mapping of form fields to Mailchimp fields.
5. Configure additional audience group options if you have categories and groups in your Mailchimp account.

Testing the Integration

After setting up the integration, it’s important to test it:

1. Make a submission through your form.
2. Check your Mailchimp account to verify the new entry is recorded correctly.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully integrate Mailchimp with Breakdance’s form builder, streamlining your email marketing efforts and ensuring seamless data transfer between your forms and Mailchimp.