Create an Email Template
Unsubscribe URL for Mail Templates
You can track unsubscribed users per campaign. To enable this:
Update your mail templates' Unsubscribe URL with:
https://cdn.netmera-web.com/unsubscribe/?appkey=@{appkey}&userid=@{email}&campaignId=@{campaignId}View unsubscribed users via:
Panel→Campaigns→ Select a completed mail campaign →ReportsExport unsubscribe data for further analysis.
Windows Outlook Configurations
Some versions of Windows Outlook may display distortions if CSS definitions are missing or not properly applied. To ensure consistent apperance across all email clients, especially Outlook, make sure your template includes media styles in the CSS section.
Adding media styles in the CSS section:
Open the template and switch to the Code Editor.
Open the CSS tab in the top right corner.
Add your media style definitions and save them.
Test: Preview in several different clients (Outlook, Gmail, Apple Mail).
Example:
@media only screen and (max-width: 600px) {
body {
background-color: lightblue;
}
}
Template Attributes
Template Label
Internal name visible only to you. Choose descriptive names to quickly identify templates.
Email Type
Select one: - Notification: For transactional emails (password resets, confirmations). Sent to all users regardless of opt-in. - Campaign/Advertisement: Marketing emails sent only to opt-in users.
From Address
Pre-registered sender email address visible to recipients.
Sender Name
Display name your recipients will recognize (e.g., company name).
Mail Subject
Clear, concise email subject reflecting email content.
Mail Pre-header
Optional preview text shown after the subject line (min 40 characters recommended).
Reply Email
Optional reply-to address if you want recipients to reply directly. Leave blank to disable.
Important Notes on Email Type and Opt-Outs
Notification emails bypass opt-in preferences and send to all users; intended for essential info.
Campaign emails respect opt-in status, sending only to users who have not unsubscribed.
Content
Structures
Predefined layouts organizing content (e.g., one-column, two-column). Easily dragged into the template workspace. You can customize borders (size, color, rounded edges) individually or collectively.
Blocks
Basic content elements that fit inside structures. Customizable properties include font, alignment, colors, padding, and size.
Banner
Displays promotional visuals prominently in your email layout.
Image Format PNG, JPG, or GIF (max size: 1MB)
Placement Drag-and-drop or upload Features
Add titles and captions
Set links to redirect users on click
Responsive resizing
Background color
Spacing and alignment
Highlight promotions, campaigns, or new product launches
Countdown Timer
Creates urgency for limited-time offers or event reminders.
Countdown to a specific date and time
Automatically hide or replace after time expires
Font type, size, and color
Background and border color
Time unit display (days, hours, minutes, seconds)
Alignment
Flash sales, webinars, product launches
Menu
Adds navigation similar to website headers.
Multiple links (e.g., Home, Products, Blog, Contact)
Advanced Settings:
Add separators (like pipes or slashes)
Include icons beside text
Text font, size, style, and color
Horizontal or vertical layout
Padding and spacing
Mimics mini-site experience within email
HTML Block
Inserts custom code or third-party scripts.
Embed complex widgets not available in the visual editor
Add inline styles or hidden elements
Full control through HTML/CSS
Advanced design, custom components
Carousel
A rotating image/content block for showcasing multiple items in a limited space.
Supported formats: PNG, JPG, GIF (max 1MB each)
Add captions and clickable links per image
Arrows or swipe controls
Auto-play/manual
Transition duration, animation style
Indicators (dots/numbers)
Background/border styling
Product galleries, testimonials, portfolios
Accordion
Expandable sections for structured, long-form content.
Multiple sections (header + body)
Expand/collapse animation
Header/content background
Font size, color, weight
Borders, padding, spacing
FAQs, multi-step instructions, detailed info
Form
Collects data or feedback within emails (with external handling).
Submit button with redirect/confirmation
Text, email, dropdown, checkbox, radio, textarea
Placeholder text, input validation, required fields
Font, color, and spacing for labels and fields
Use Case: Quick surveys, RSVPs, simple contact collection
Modules
Save reusable content blocks or full templates for future use
Search and filter modules by name or tags
Edit or delete modules as needed
Appearance
The appearance settings help define the overall look and feel of your template. They let you adjust visual elements such as fonts, spacing, colors, and backgrounds to create a polished and brand-consistent design.
Example: When designing a newsletter, you can use appearance settings to choose a readable font, set appropriate spacing, and apply a background image to match your theme.
General Settings
General Settings let you configure the foundational design of your template. You can adjust:
Message Width – Set how wide the content area is.
Default Padding – Control spacing between content and template edges, either globally or per section.
Background Color – Select a base color for the entire template.
Font and Line Spacing – Choose font styles and adjust line spacing for better readability.
Paragraph Bottom Space – Set space between paragraphs.
Underline Links – Toggle underlining to make links stand out.
Responsive Design – Ensure layout adjusts well on mobile devices.
RTL Text Direction – Enable right-to-left text flow for applicable languages.
Background Image – Upload a PNG, JPG, or GIF (max 1MB), or use a URL to add a visual background.
Stripes
Stripes are horizontal sections used to structure the template. They help separate content clearly and improve readability.
Stripe Sections
Header: Customize the top of your template with options for text size, font color, background color, link color, and background image.
Content: Adjust the main body settings like text size, font color, link color, and content background.
Tip: Use this area to enhance readability with clear fonts and contrasting background colors.
Footer: Design the bottom section with options for background colors, font and link colors, and an optional background image.
Tip: Add contact details and social media links here.
Info Area: A separate section for details like dates, times, or links to external actions (e.g., registration or ticket purchase).
Tip: Ideal for highlighting event-related information.
Headings
Customize the appearance of headings across your template:
Set font type and size
Adjust line spacing and color
Apply italic or bold styling
Button
Control how buttons look in your template:
Set button and font colors
Choose font size and style (italic/bold)
Adjust border size, color, and corner radius
Mobile Formatting
Optimize your template for mobile devices:
Adjust text sizes, alignments, and spacing
Set buttons to full-width for better tap targets
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