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What is Drip campaigns?

A drip campaign is a series of automated marketing messages — usually emails — sent on a schedule or triggered by user actions. It 'drips' relevant content over time to nurture leads, onboard users, or guide people toward a purchase.

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Key things to understand

  • 1It's a sequence of automated, scheduled messages.
  • 2Messages can be timed or triggered by user actions.
  • 3It nurtures leads and onboards users over time.
  • 4It keeps a brand present without manual effort.

Frequently asked questions

What is a drip campaign?
A series of automated messages sent over time or in response to actions, to nurture and engage an audience.
Why are they called 'drip' campaigns?
Because content is released gradually — dripped out — rather than all at once.
What are drip campaigns used for?
Welcoming new subscribers, nurturing leads, onboarding users, and re-engaging inactive customers.

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