Want to integrate AWeber with your WordPress site? As a leading email marketing platform trusted by thousands of businesses, AWeber helps you build and nurture subscriber lists effectively. In this expert guide, drawn from years of hands-on WordPress optimization, we'll show you proven steps to connect AWeber seamlessly.
Ever wonder why giants like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and The New York Times prioritize collecting your email? The reason is straightforward: email offers unmatched direct access to your audience.
Not everyone uses social media, but nearly everyone has an email address—and checks it multiple times daily. With mobile push notifications, users stay connected 24/7.
Email provides a personal, reliable channel that outperforms other marketing tools. Start building your list today to drive engagement and sales. Now, let's dive into AWeber setup.
AWeber is a robust email marketing service designed for bulk campaigns, unlike personal providers like Gmail. Use it to send newsletters, updates, and promotions to your WordPress blog subscribers.
Pricing starts at $19/month for up to 500 subscribers with unlimited emails, including a 30-day free trial.
Head to the AWeber website and create an account.
Provide your personal details and credit card info—rest assured, no charge during the trial if you cancel early.
Click 'Get Started' to proceed.
Enter your business name, website, and mailing address (required by CAN-SPAM Act for compliance and better deliverability).
Next, specify your sender name and email—these appear in your campaigns.
Click 'Next Step.' Name your list and add a description for easy management.
Choose or create a confirmation email subject line (custom ones need approval, typically 1 business day).
Click 'Create List.' Congratulations—your account and first list are ready. Now, add signup forms to WordPress.
Options include AWeber's default forms (copy-paste), high-converting OptinMonster campaigns, or custom WPForms. We'll cover all for maximum flexibility.
AWeber's builder makes custom forms simple. Log in, go to 'Sign Up Forms,' and click 'Create a New Sign Up Form.'
Select a template, customize via live preview, then click 'Go to Step 2.'
Set post-submission actions—the best option is redirecting to a WordPress thank-you page.
Configure already-subscribed user redirects similarly, then click 'Go to Step 3.'
Save and select 'I'll install my own form.'
AWeber provides embed codes—copy the 'Raw HTML Version.'
In WordPress admin, go to Appearance » Widgets. Drag the Text widget to your sidebar, paste the code, and save.
View your site—your form is live.
Basic forms work, but OptinMonster—the top lead generation tool—delivers standout results, like our 600% subscriber growth.
Create eye-catching popups, exit-intent offers, slide-ins, floating bars, and more with A/B testing, geo-targeting, and scroll triggers. It integrates natively with AWeber.
WPForms, the beginner-friendly form plugin, offers an AWeber addon for seamless integration.
Step 1: Install AWeber Addon
Install and activate WPForms (see our step-by-step plugin guide). Go to WPForms » Addons, install and activate AWeber.
Step 2: Connect WPForms to AWeber
Visit WPForms » Settings » Integrations. Click AWeber's 'Add Account.'
Click 'Click here to authorize,' log in to AWeber, allow access, copy the code, and connect.
Step 3: Build AWeber Signup Forms
Go to WPForms » Add New, select 'Newsletter Signup Form' template.
Customize fields, then in 'Marketing' tab, add AWeber connection, select list and fields.
Save and exit.
Step 4: Embed the Form
Use shortcodes from WPForms » All Forms in posts/pages, or the WPForms widget in sidebars.
Automate broadcasts: In AWeber, go to Messages » Blog Broadcasts and 'Create a Broadcast.'
Enter your WordPress RSS URL and subject line.
Choose a template, load, customize, and save. New posts will send automatically.
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