Sending Newsletters to Individual Contacts #
With MediaOS, you can individually send newsletters to the contacts of your choice. This is important to utilize because it gives you full control over your audience, allowing you to tailor content to specific contacts for higher engagement and relevance. Please note that this feature requires the addition of Newsletters to your MediaOS Subscription.
Sending Newsletters #
To send a newsletter through MediaOS, begin by navigating to the contact you wish to reach. You can do this by using the Global Search feature at the top of the platform or by browsing through your list of contacts to locate the individual.
Once you've found the correct contact, click on their email address to open the Email Composer. This window allows you to craft and send various types of email messages directly from the system.
At the bottom of the composer, click the Newsletter button to begin creating and sending a formatted newsletter. This action will open additional tools and templates specifically designed for newsletter distribution, making it easy to share updates, announcements, or editorial content with your audience.
A list of newsletter templates will be displayed. Choose your preferred template and schedule the delivery time for your selected contact.
Managing Newsletter Subscriptions #
You can use the <mediaos-newsletter-manage> component to allow logged-in users to manage their newsletter subscriptions directly on your website. This self-service tool shows available newsletters and displays which ones the user is currently subscribed to.
What This Component Does #
The <mediaos-newsletter-manage> component displays a list of all newsletters configured for the website, along with the subscription status for the logged-in user.
Key Features: #
The newsletter panel in MediaOS offers several key features that streamline subscription management. It displays all active newsletters associated with the current site and clearly indicates whether the logged-in user is currently subscribed to each one. Users can easily opt in or out of any newsletter with a single click, and all changes update in real time—no need to refresh the page. This simple, intuitive interface makes it easy for users to manage their communication preferences.
Note: This component only functions when a user is logged in. If used on a public page, users will be prompted to log in before they can see or manage subscriptions.
How to Use #
Embed the component anywhere on your site where users should manage their newsletter preferences:
<mediaos-newsletter-manage></mediaos-newsletter-manage>There are no required attributes or props.
How It Works for End Users #
When a logged-in user visits a page that includes the <mediaos-newsletter-manage> component, they’ll see a full list of available newsletters tied to the current MediaOS site. Each newsletter clearly indicates whether the user is currently subscribed or not. With a single click, users can toggle their subscription status on or off. Any changes are saved instantly and reflected in their user profile in real time, making it easy to manage preferences without navigating away or reloading the page.
Newsletters Archive #
Use the <mediaos-newsletter-archive> component to display a dynamic, personalized archive of your newsletters on your website. Readers can browse by year and view past newsletters—rendered in real time based on their login status and personalized content.
What It Does #
The <mediaos-newsletter-archive> component generates a user-facing list of past newsletters tied to a specific newsletter ID. Users can select a year to browse past editions starting from a defined year.
Key Features: #
This newsletter archive feature displays all newsletters associated with a specific Newsletter ID, giving users a comprehensive view of available issues. It includes a filter that allows users to sort by year, starting with a default year you define. To view individual newsletters, users must be logged in—ensuring content access is gated appropriately. Each newsletter is rendered in real time, taking into account both the user’s permissions and the current availability of content, so the experience is always relevant and up to date.
Note: This archive is not a static snapshot. Newsletters are dynamically generated when accessed, so results may vary if certain content has changed or been unpublished.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
start-year |
The year to begin the archive view. Users can select earlier years from this point forward. Defaults to the current year if not set. |
id |
The Newsletter ID for the archive. This tells the component which newsletter list to load and display. |
How to Use It #
To embed the archive, add the following component to your website code:
<mediaos-newsletter-archive
start-year="2024"
id="123"
></mediaos-newsletter-archive>Tip: Use a valid Newsletter ID from your MediaOS instance. If you’re unsure of your ID, check the Newsletters section under Email > Newsletters in your admin panel.
How It Works for End Users #
When a visitor navigates to the newsletter archive and selects a year, they’ll be presented with a list of newsletters from that period. Clicking on any newsletter prompts the user to log in. Once logged in, the newsletter is rendered in real time using the personalization rules configured for the original send. The experience is further tailored based on the user’s current audience or tag membership, as well as the content available at the time they access the newsletter. This ensures that each reader sees a version that’s relevant and dynamically updated.
Note: If a newsletter included cherry-picked or dynamically filtered content, and those items are no longer available (e.g., unpublished, moved, or retagged), they will not appear in the rendered archive version.
Best Practices #
To create a premium, personalized experience for your readers, it’s best to place this newsletter archive component on a members-only page or within a logged-in user dashboard. Since newsletters are dynamically reassembled based on current content and user segmentation, the version shown may differ from what was originally sent. For archival or compliance purposes, you may want to store static PDF copies of key issues outside this component to preserve the original formatting and content.
Subscribe Redirect Feature #
In the newsletter setup, a new field called "Subscribe Redirect To" has been added. This allows you to specify a custom URL where users will be redirected after they confirm their subscription. By setting this destination, you can guide new subscribers to a thank-you page, exclusive content, or any other follow-up destination that enhances their experience.
How It Works: #
For the new field in the newsletter setup, Users can enter a URL where subscribers will be redirected after confirming their subscription.
How to Use: #
To set up a custom redirect after newsletter sign-up in MediaOS, begin by navigating to Marketing > Newsletters from the main menu. Select an existing newsletter or create a new one. On the edit screen, locate the "Subscribe Redirect To" field. In this field, enter the URL where you want users to be redirected after they successfully subscribe. Once entered, save your settings and be sure to test the subscription flow to confirm the redirect is working as expected.
Benefits: #
Adding a redirect after newsletter subscription offers several key benefits. It creates a smoother user experience by seamlessly guiding subscribers to a custom page, which helps reinforce engagement. It also allows for brand personalization—you can customize your thank-you messaging and introduce promotional offers that align with your brand voice. From a marketing perspective, this added flexibility lets you direct users to specific follow-up actions, such as downloading content, following your social channels, or viewing current promotions—all of which help increase conversion and interaction.
Active Toggle Feature #
The new Active Toggle feature in MediaOS allows users to enable or disable a newsletter's automatic sending. This provides greater control over active campaigns, ensuring that newsletters are only sent when intended.
How to Use: #
To manage the activation status of a newsletter in MediaOS, begin by navigating to Marketing > Newsletters. From there, either select an existing newsletter or create a new one. Within the edit screen, locate the Active toggle. To make the newsletter live and accessible to users, switch the toggle on. If you prefer the newsletter to remain inactive or hidden, simply switch the toggle off.
Benefits: #
The ability to pause newsletters in MediaOS provides several valuable benefits. It gives you greater control by allowing you to stop a newsletter from sending without needing to delete it entirely. This flexibility is especially useful for managing campaigns that may require updates or revisions before continuing. Pausing also helps reduce the risk of accidental sends, ensuring that outdated or no longer relevant campaigns don’t reach your audience.
