Mailchimp: Using Test Mode and Test API Keys
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Demo summary
Demonstrates how to create a Test API Key and toggle 'Test Mode' to simulate bounces and spam complaints without affecting account reputation.
Step-by-step
- Go to Settings and click Create New API Key
- Select the check box for Test Key and click Create API Key
- Copy and store your new Test API Key
- Hover over the drop-down arrow near your username and select Turn on test mode
- Send test emails to specific addresses like reject@test.mandrillapp.com to trigger manual responses
- Hover over the drop-down arrow by your username and select Exit test mode when finished
Options
- Trigger bounces, rejects, or spam complaints by using specific test email addresses found in developer documentation
Watch out for
- Emails sent in Test Mode are only accessible in Test Mode and will not appear on the Outbound page
Tips
- Use Test Mode to simulate activity without affecting your monthly email limit or account reputation
- Check the Dashboard for a quick glimpse of live stats like monthly sends and deliverability
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