E-Mail Marketing & Tracking

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by RedDem0n, Feb 6, 2009.

  1. #1
    Hello,

    I would like to know if anyone knows of such a script that can actually track if a specific e-mail has been opened or not. I am aware of a way where you can add a 1x1 pixel transparent image embedded in the email which is a good way to place something so you can track it, but the backend behind it as to where all that gets reported and such, does anyone know of a cost-free way of doing this?

    I know this isn't exactly effective for users who do not have html or images enabled in their email program by default, but just wanted to get a rough idea of how many viewed their e-mail and how many didn't.
     
    RedDem0n, Feb 6, 2009 IP
  2. Game Producer

    Game Producer Well-Known Member

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    there's no foolproof method, but you could try something like:

    www.aweber.com

    or, something like:

    phplist (not sure if it has that stuff)


    one thing to consider is adding different links (aweber can do that automagically), so when reader clicks link, it points to "yoursite.com/click.php?id=123"... and that redirects to the right location + makes some DB calls with some info you define.
     
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    trafficwave Peon

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    Open rate tracking and click-through tracking are included with the TrafficWave.net AutoResponder system.
     
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    dj_sonu2003 Well-Known Member

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    There are lots of such script on NET.
     
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  7. RedDem0n

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    Thanks guys, I will look into these and keep you updated as to which one I go with.
     
    RedDem0n, Feb 8, 2009 IP