Mailchimp: Set up an exit-intent popup

Demo summary
Using the Hustle plugin to create a popup, connecting it to Mailchimp, and setting display rules like scroll depth and exit intent.
Step-by-step
- Install and activate the Hustle plugin by WPMU DEV
- Select Pop-up and click Create
- Name your popup and select Email Opt-in
- Choose a template and customize the text and images
- Open Integrations in a new tab and click the plus button next to Mailchimp
- Paste your Mailchimp API key and click Connect
- In the popup settings, go to Integrations and select your Mailchimp audience list
- Click Update to save your changes
Options
- Embeds
- Social share bars
- Slide-ins
- Double opt-in confirmation messages
Watch out for
- You must have a Mailchimp API key ready to connect the services
- If using double opt-in, users are only added to the list after they confirm via email
Tips
- Refresh your website or click update after connecting the API to ensure the integration syncs correctly
- Customize the success message to remind users to check their email for confirmation if using double opt-in
Highlights
“Your Mailchimp is successfully connected. It was super simple.”
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