=== Email Subscribers & Newsletters โ€“ Powerful Email Marketing, Post Notification & Newsletter Plugin for WordPress & WooCommerce === Contributors: icegram, niravmehta, sandhyam, storeapps, Mansi Shah, kishanranawat, shubhanshukandani Donate link: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=BMFRMVXQ87JWA&source=url Author URI: https://www.icegram.com/ Tags: email subscribers, newsletter, subscription form, post notifications, woocommerce email, email autoresponder Requires at least: 3.9 Tested up to: 6.8 Requires PHP: 7.0 Stable tag: 5.9.5 License: GPLv3 License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses Add subscription forms on the website and send newsletters & automatically send post notification about new blog posts once it gets published. == Description == **Icegram Express** makes email marketing simple and effective. This powerful WordPress email marketing plugin lets you grow your list with subscription forms, send beautiful newsletters, and automate follow-ups without any coding required. Perfect for bloggers, small businesses, and online stores, it's the all-in-one email marketing solution to engage subscribers, boost conversions, and build lasting relationships right inside WordPress. == Overview == ###Icegram Express is the most popular all-in-one email marketing plugin. Grow subscribers, send newsletters, automate follow-ups, and recover abandoned carts inside WordPress. Design beautiful emails with a drag and drop editor, create unlimited opt-in forms, and set up smart automations. Trusted by over 100,000+ users for simple, reliable, and powerful email marketing. - Unlimited subscribers and email campaigns - Opt-in forms with GDPR compliance and spam protection - Automation for welcome emails, follow-ups, Birthday offers, and abandoned cart recovery - Open and click tracking with reports - Works with all SMTP plugins and email sending services - One click unsubscribe and privacy compliance - REST API and tools for developers **Icegram Express** helps you grow your list, send emails, and connect with your audience inside WordPress. ### ๐Ÿ’Œ Why others love Icegram Express? - **โ€œBetter than Mailchimp โ€“ and way cheaper!โ€** โ€“ [brianharper](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/so-far-so-good-1088/) - **โ€œGrew my subscriber list by 20% in just a month!โ€** โ€“ [fedephyto](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/very-useful-plugin-952/) - **โ€œWorked where other plugins failed: easy setup and instant results (unlike those big shots!)โ€** โ€“ [laurendevine](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/worked-where-other-subscriber-plugins-failed/) - **โ€œBest customer support Iโ€™ve ever experienced โ€“ both on free and paid plansโ€** โ€“ [chaffeeb](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/a-helpful-plug-in/) - **โ€œPlugin with 50+ features & 5-minute setup!โ€** โ€“ [joanyedwards](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/awesome-email-subscribers-newsletters/) - **โ€œBest plugin for post notifications and Newsletter broadcasting!โ€** โ€“ [Roopesh Jain](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/best-plugin-for-post-notifications-and-newsletter-broadcasting/) Icegram Express earns praise for being a high-quality email marketing automation plugin, offering speed, ease of use, reliability, and excellent support. BTW, once people start using Icegram Express, they keep using it as they grow. Many users have been with us for over 9 years. Explore how Icegram Express compares with others like [MailPoet](https://www.icegram.com/mailpoet-review/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=mailpoet_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) and [FluentCRM](https://www.icegram.com/fluentcrm-review/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=fluentcrm_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿ‘‰ Trusted by internet marketers and influencers worldwide. Also featured in reviews and expert videos. [youtube https://youtu.be/TPL5HxdB1N0] ### ๐Ÿ‘‰ Grow and engage your email subscribers for FREE with Icegram Express Everything below is 100% free. No upsells. No surprises. **Lead generation & list building** - Smart opt-in forms: popup, inline, widget, shortcode, HTML - Unlimited lists tailored to your goals - [GDPR](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/data-stored-on-your-end#what-is-gdpr) ready: [single/double opt-in](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/opt-in-types), privacy checkbox - Unlimited Import/export via CSV **Campaigns & automation ๐Ÿš€** - Send newsletters, broadcasts, and auto post notification - Unlimited campaigns with open, click, and unsubscribe tracking - Auto-clean inactive subscribers (with engagement filters) **Email design & builder** - Drag & drop builder + HTML editor - Responsive, professional templates for updates, offers, etc. - Personalization via dynamic content and shortcodes **Delivery control & flexibility** - Use SMTP, [Icegram Mailer](https://wordpress.org/plugins/icegram-mailer/), or any ESP (SendGrid, Amazon SES, etc.) - Throttle delivery speed to match server capacity - One click unsubscribe, Compliant with Gmail, Yahoo & GDPR **Integrations** - Works with form plugins like CF7, WPForms, Gravity Forms and [more](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/create-workflow) - Native WordPress actions + WooCommerce-ready - Auto-convert commenters, users, and customers to subscribers **Reports & performance ๐Ÿ“Š** - Campaign analytics: opens, clicks, unsubscribes - Track growth and engage Learn more on the [Icegram Express features page](https://www.icegram.com/express/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=ig_express_featurespage_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). ### ๐Ÿ”ฅIcegram Express Pro โ€“ Advanced Email Marketing & Automation Unlock powerful automation, targeting, and integrations for smarter campaigns and better results.๐ŸŒŸ **Advanced automation & scheduling** - Autoresponders, [sequences](https://www.icegram.com/sales-email-sequence/), welcome emails - Smart scheduling: post digests, timezone-based send, smart send-time optimization - WooCommerce triggers: cart recovery, order updates, promotions **Audience management & compliance โœ…** - Email validation, CAPTCHA, spam scoring, blacklist support - Unsubscribe tracking, [Score engagement](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express-premium/engagement-score), list cleanup - Import WP users, WooCommerce customers, Mailchimp Subscribers directly - Convert commenters to subscribers automatically **Premium design & personalization** - Pro templates with advanced styling tools - Deep personalization via custom fields and dynamic content - Spam scoring to boost inbox placement **Analytics & insights** - Detailed campaign [analytics & reporting](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express-premium/email-campaigns-analytics) - Exportable reports for offline sharing - Performance tracking for subscribers **Integrations & Dev tools ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ** - REST API & Webhooks for external app workflows - Supports CF7, WPForms, Member plugins, LMS (like [LearnDash](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/learndash-lms-integration)), WooCommerce - [ESP integrations](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express-premium/third-party-email-sending-services/): MailerSend, Mailgun, SendGrid, Sendinblue, Post SMTP **Security & team controls** - Role-based access for team members - Activity logs and audit trails - Assured [priority support](https://www.icegram.com/contact/) for Pro users ### ๐Ÿ›๏ธ WooCommerce email marketing automation Icegram Express is a robust email marketing platform for WooCommerce. โžœ Send product promotions and offers (free) โžœ Segment WooCommerce buyers for better targeting (free) โžœ Send coupons and personalized deals (Pro) โžœ Recover abandoned carts automatically (Pro) โžœ Trigger emails on purchases, order changes, and more (Pro) โžœ Win-back campaigns for inactive customers (Pro) Grow your WooCommerce store with powerful marketing automation tools โ€“ convert more, drive repeat purchases, and increase LTV. ### โœจ How others use Icegram Express โžœ Bloggers & content creators: Engage readers with Email Newsletters, post notifications, and updates โžœ eCommerce sellers: Automate promotions, seasonal campaigns, cart recovery, upsells using WooCommerce email marketing โžœ Marketers & agencies: Run professional Email Campaigns, track results, and scale with workflow automations and segmentation ๐Ÿ’ฏ 100% worth it โ€“ Iโ€™ve tried a lot of different plugins for managing my subscriber list, but this one is by far the best. Great for professional bloggers! โ€“ [rickvidallon](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/great-for-professional-bloggers/) See how others succeed โ€” explore some [case studies here](https://www.icegram.com/category/case-study/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=casestudies_clickhere_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). ### Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Is Icegram Express suitable for beginners?** A: Absolutely! With an intuitive setup and a drag-and-drop editor, even non-tech users can create professional campaigns in minutes. **Q: Why should I choose Icegram Express, and not other email marketing solutions?** A: If you want rock solid features, reliability and a product designed with your goals in mind, choose Icegram Express. If you want to spend a lot of money and confuse yourself - you can go with big name mail monkeys. **Q: How does Icegram Express integrate with WooCommerce?** A: It offers robust WooCommerce email marketing features, including automated order notifications, cart recovery, and personalized product promotions. **Q: Whatโ€™s the difference between the free and Pro versions?** A: The free version provides complete email marketing essentials, while the Pro version unlocks advanced automation, dynamic content personalization, enhanced reporting, additional templates, and much more for power users. ### Other solutions from Icegram team - [Icegram Engage](https://wordpress.org/plugins/icegram/) โ€“ popups, welcome bar, opt-ins, and lead generation plugin - [Icegram Mailer](https://srd.wordpress.org/plugins/icegram-mailer/) โ€“ reliable email delivery service for WordPress & WooCommerce - [Icegram Collect](https://wordpress.org/plugins/icegram-rainmaker/) โ€“ best lead gen forms plugin on WordPress - [Post / Page Duplicate](https://wordpress.org/plugins/duplicate-post-page-copy-clone-wp/) โ€“ instantly duplicate pages, posts, or custom content - [Switch User Login by Icegram](https://wordpress.org/plugins/switch-user-login-by-icegram/) โ€“ Easily switch between user accounts - [Icegram Cookie Manager](https://wordpress.org/plugins/icegram-cookie-manager/) โ€“ Manage cookie consent and compliance for GDPR and privacy laws - [Temporary Login Without Password](https://wordpress.org/plugins/temporary-login-without-password/) - share magic login links that work without password - great for giving access to your site to support teams or developers - [Smart Manager](https://wordpress.org/plugins/smart-manager-for-wp-e-commerce/) โ€“ manage & bulk edit posts, users, WooCommerce products, orders & more.. - [Offermative](https://wordpress.org/plugins/offermative-discount-pricing-related-products-upsell-funnels-for-woocommerce/) โ€“ dynamic discount pricing, related product recommendations, upsells, and funnels for WooCommerce - [Putler](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woocommerce-putler-connector/) โ€“ the best analytics for ecommerce - combines all your data in one place ### ๐Ÿ’ฌ Need help? Weโ€™re just a click away! - New? Follow our comprehensive [installation guide](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/getting-started/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=installation_guide_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) - Explore our [documentation](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=documentation_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) โ€” your answer might already be there - On a premium plan? You get [priority support](https://www.icegram.com/contact/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=prioritysupport_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) via email or Facebook. - Know more about [different types of email campaigns](https://www.icegram.com/types-of-email-marketing/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=typesof_emailcampaigns_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) in this guide. Our [blog](https://www.icegram.com/blog/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=blog_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) has a lot of other useful guides too. - Checkout: [Icegram Express premium plans](https://www.icegram.com/express/pricing/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=ig_express_premiumplans_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) | [Marketing Blog](https://www.icegram.com/blog/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=marketingblog_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) | [Support Help Desk](https://www.icegram.com/contact/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=supporthelpdesk_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) | [Case studies](https://www.icegram.com/category/case-study/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=casestudies_clickhere_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic) - Letโ€™s socialize: [Private Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2298909487017349) | [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/icegram/) | [Twitter Handle](https://twitter.com/icegram) | [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@icegramofficial) == Installation == Option 1: 1. Go to WordPress Dashboard. Locate Plugins -> Add New 2. Search Icegram Express plugin using the search option 3. Find the plugin and click Install Now button 4. After installation, click on Activate Plugin link to activate the plugin. Option 2: 1. Download the plugin email-subscribers.zip 2. Go to WordPress Dashboard. Locate Plugins -> Add New 3. Click on Upload Plugin link from the top 4. Upload the downloaded email-subscribers.zip file and click on Install Now 5. After installation, click on Activate Plugin link to activate the plugin. == Frequently Asked Questions == = 1. How to install and activate Icegram Express on multisite installation? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/install-activate-plugin-single-multisite/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq1here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 2. How to add a subscription box to your website? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/documentation/es-how-to-add-subscription-box-to-website/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq2here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 3. How to modify the existing emails like Confirmation, Welcome, Admin emails and Cron Settings and Assign User Roles? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/plugin-settings/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq3here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 4. How does Sync work? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/how-does-sync-work/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq4here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 5. How to Import and export email address? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/import-export-email-addresses/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq5here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 6. How to change/update/translate any strings from the plugin? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/change-update-transate-texts/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq6here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 7. How to add unsubscribe link in emails? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/add-unsubscribe-link-in-emails/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq7here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 8. How to Create and Send Newsletter Emails? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/create-send-newsletter-emails/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq8here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 9. What are the available keywords in the Newsletters? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/available-merge-tags-keywords-in-broadcasts/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq9here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 10. How to Create and Send Post Notification Emails when new posts are published? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/create-send-post-notification-emails-when-new-posts-are-published/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq10here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 11. What are the available keywords in the Post Notifications? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/available-merge-tags-keywords-in-post-notifications/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq11here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 12. How to send a sample new post notification email to test group/me? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/send-sample-new-post-notification-email/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq12here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 13. How to check sent emails reports? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/check-sent-emails/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq13here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 14. How to Add/Update Existing Subscribers Group & Status? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/audience-subscription-lists-statuses/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq14here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 15. Subscribers are not receiving Emails? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/subscribers-not-receiving-emails/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq15here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 16. How to show subscribe form inside a popup? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/show-subscribe-form-inside-popup/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq16here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 17. How to use Rainmakerโ€™s form in Icegram Express = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/use-icegram-collect-forms/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq17here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 18. How to Redirect Subscribers to a new page/URL after successful sign up? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/redirect-subscribers-to-new-page-after-signup/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq18here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 19. How to add captcha in Subscribe form of Icegram Express = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/enable-captcha/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq19here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 20. How to Schedule Cron Emails/auto emails? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/schedule-cron-emails/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq20here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 21. How to Schedule Cron Emails in cPanel? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/schedule-cron-emails-cpanel/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq21here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 22. How to Schedule Cron Emails in Parallels Plesk? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/schedule-cron-emails-in-parallels-plesk/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq22here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 23. What to do if Hosting doesnโ€™t support Cron Jobs? = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/hosting-does-not-support-cron-jobs/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq23here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 24. CSS Help = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/css-help/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq24here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). = 25. Icegram Express FAQ = [Refer here](https://www.icegram.com/docs/category/icegram-express/faq/?utm_source=ig_express_wp_readme&utm_medium=faq25here_anchor_text&utm_campaign=ig_express_wp_readme_traffic). == Screenshots == 1. Grow your audience - forms, lists, opt-ins 2. Drag & Drop email design - all basic elements + dynamic blocks 3. Campaigns - newsletters, new post notifications, autoresponders, triggered workflows 4. Lots of responsive email design templates 5. Email designs even for sales and promotions 6. Audience insights - engagement score, list cleanup, locations and much more 7. Start quickly and easily - import from other platforms, WordPress and WooCommerce 8. Comprehensive analytics - track links, clicks, deliveries and activity 9. Bring your own SMTP or use Icegram's Mailer - and get complete control 10. Easy to use, fast and powerful - full featured email marketing automation == Upgrade Notice == = 5.9.5 = * New: Revamped Audience Dashboard UI for clearer insights * Fix: Dashboard not loading due to "MonsterInsights โ€“ Google Analytics" plugin conflict == Changelog == **5.9.5 (07.10.2025)** * New: Revamped Audience Dashboard UI for clearer insights * Fix: Dashboard not loading due to "MonsterInsights โ€“ Google Analytics" plugin conflict **5.9.4 (23.09.2025)** * New: Simplified onboarding so you can focus on what matters most * Improvements: Prevented unnecessary cron job scheduling when WordPress cron is disabled in the plugin settings * Update: Resolved "Toolset Forms" plugin conflict when sending campaigns with attachments **5.9.3 (16.09.2025)** * New: Enhanced Forms Dashboard โ€“ Choose from ready-made templates or build forms step by step. **5.9.2 (05.09.2025)** * New: Dashboard UI improvements * New: Added subscribers growth chart in Dashboard **5.9.1 (29.08.2025)** * Fix: Issue related to access to different dashboards from the main dashboard **5.9.0 (29.08.2025)** * New: Revamped new dashboard with - better navigation, AI suggestions, helpful stats **5.8.12 (13.08.2025)** * New: Added REST API to get subscribers' data **5.8.11 (07.08.2025)** * New: Added Gutenberg block for showing archived campaigns [MAX] **5.8.10 (24.07.2025)** * Enhancement: Option to add users to event-specific list whenever someone registers for an event in the WP Event Manager plugin [MAX] **5.8.9 (02.07.2025)** * Update: Onboarding improvements **5.8.8 (25.06.2025)** * New: Added {{post.id}} keyword for post notification and post digest campaigns **5.8.7 (18.06.2025)** * Fix: Unable to change 'Subscriber list status' using the dropdown while editing contacts **5.8.6 (11.06.2025)** * Fix: XSS vulnerability on "Manage Lists" page [Thanks to Cleantalk team] **5.8.5 (04.06.2025)** * Fix: