Mailchimp Connector

With Rayven.io’s Mailchimp connector, you can automate email communication and integrate Mailchimp’s transactional capabilities seamlessly into your workflows.

The Mailchimp connector node in Rayven.io enables seamless integration with Mailchimp's transactional email services. Use it to automate email campaigns, notifications, and personalized messages as part of your workflows. This guide outlines how to configure the Mailchimp connector in Rayven.io and get started using Mailchimp’s Transactional API.

Setting up the Mailchimp Connector in Rayven.io

1. Create a Mailchimp Account and Get API Key:

   • Sign up for a Mailchimp account at mailchimp.com.
   • Navigate to Account Settings > Extras > API Keys.
   • Generate a new API key and copy it. This key will authenticate your Mailchimp requests.

2. Add Mailchimp Credentials in Rayven.io:

   • In Rayven.io, go to Settings > Credentials.
   • Add your Mailchimp API key to establish the connection between Mailchimp and Rayven.io.

Using the Mailchimp Connector Node in Rayven.io

The Mailchimp Output Node in Rayven.io allows you to send automated, transactional emails. This node is perfect for creating workflows that require immediate communication, such as order confirmations, password resets, or alerts.

Supported Mailchimp Transactional API Operations:

• Send a transactional email (e.g., receipts, confirmations).
• Customize email content with dynamic data from workflows.
• Personalize emails based on customer data or triggers.

Mailchimp Quick Start Guide:
Follow Mailchimp’s Transactional API Quick Start Guide for detailed information on using their API.

Steps to Configure Mailchimp in a Workflow

1. Create a New Workflow:

   • Navigate to Workflows in the Rayven.io Workspace and click Create Workflow.

2. Add a Mailchimp Output Node:

   • Drag and drop the Mailchimp Output Node into your workflow.
   • Configure the node with the following:
     • Recipient Email Address: Specify the email address to send the message.
     • Subject Line: Customize the subject line for the email.
     • Message Body: Use static or dynamic data from your workflow to customize the email content.
   • Connect this node to a trigger (e.g., when a user signs up, send a welcome email).

3. Test the Mailchimp Node:

   • Ensure that your Mailchimp API key is correctly configured.
   • Test the workflow by triggering the Mailchimp node to send a sample email.

Example Use Case: Customer Signup Confirmation

Scenario: A customer signs up for your service, and you want to send them a confirmation email instantly.

1. Workflow Setup:

   • Create a workflow that starts when a new user registers.
   • Add the Mailchimp Output Node to send a personalized confirmation email.
   • Use dynamic placeholders (e.g., ) in the email body to personalize the message.

2. Trigger Configuration:

   • When the user completes the signup process, the workflow triggers the Mailchimp node.
   • The customer receives the confirmation email instantly.

Additional Options

• HTTP Node for Custom API Calls:
  • If your required Mailchimp functionality isn't available as a pre-configured node, use the HTTP Node in Rayven.io to call any Mailchimp endpoint directly.
  • Refer to the Mailchimp API Documentation for more details on available API operations.

Conclusion

With Rayven.io’s Mailchimp connector, you can automate email communication and integrate Mailchimp’s transactional capabilities seamlessly into your workflows. Whether you are sending confirmation emails, automated notifications, or personalized messages, Rayven.io provides a flexible way to manage communication through Mailchimp.

For further customization, explore the Mailchimp API documentation. If you need additional assistance, feel free to contact our support team.