How do I set up an email list?

[Avabelle]

I would like to set up an email list/newsletter on one of my sites.

I have never done this before, and I am not sure where to start.

Can anyone tell me the best, easiest way to do this?

Is it best to use a WordPress plugin, or pay for a service.

What are the best companies to use?

Thanks in advance...

 

[enlytend]

First thing to do is read the t&c of your hosting company - some of them restrict the number of messages you can send in a given period of time.

If you use an outside service, MailChimp, AWeber, Constant Contact - all good.

 

[Avabelle]

I signed up for MailChimp - Thanks

 

[michealNiles]

Useful tip i usually mail chimp for this purpose

 

[tarikpierce]

I Use Aweber. Excellent service.

 

[fetishmeup]

You have chosen the correct service provider, ie., MailChimp. It is good. You can use it freely for a select no. of users. If that limit is crossed, then you need to pay for the service.

 

[webhostingtoplist]

There are many free scripts which can be easily installed on your webspace. One of the most popular is phpList.

 

[ProSence]

Other way is subscriber on your blog, but for this you need a plugin on your Wordpress.

 

[Jamie-Anderson.com]

I Use Aweber. Excellent service.

I agree, been using Aweber for years and it is an excellent service.

 

[zidane]

Mailchimp is fine for a non-commercial website but it's a big no no for affiliate marketing sites. Aweber is the way to go if you are into list building for real business. Transferring email lists can be a big hassle in the future.

Good luck!
Zidane