Email Based Subscriber Notification System

Introduction

Welcome to the Email Based Subscriber Notification System tutorial! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of setting up and using the Email Based Subscriber Notification System (EBSNS) to manage and notify subscribers to your blog, website, or newsletter.

The EBSNS is a powerful tool that allows you to send customized email notifications to your subscribers whenever you publish new content, update an existing post, or remove a post. This system is perfect for bloggers, content creators, and website owners who want to stay in touch with their audience and keep them informed about the latest updates on their website.

In this tutorial, we will cover the following topics:

1. Setting up the EBSNS plugin
2. Creating and managing subscriber lists
3. Configuring notification settings
4. Sending custom notifications
5. Managing subscriber notifications
6. Troubleshooting common issues

By the end of this tutorial, you will be able to set up and use the EBSNS to its full potential, ensuring that your subscribers stay informed and engaged with your content.

Setting up the EBSNS Plugin

To start using the EBSNS, you need to set up the plugin on your website. Here's how to do it:

1. Log in to your website's administrator dashboard.
2. Go to the plugin section and click on the "Add New" button.
3. Search for the EBSNS plugin and click on the "Install Now" button.
4. Activate the plugin by clicking on the "Activate" button.
5. Click on the "Settings" tab to configure the plugin.
6. Fill in your email address and API key (you can get an API key by signing up for an account on the EBSNS website).
7. Click on the "Save Changes" button to save your settings.

Creating and Managing Subscriber Lists

Once the plugin is set up, you can start creating and managing subscriber lists. Here's how to do it:

1. Go to the EBSNS plugin's settings page.
2. Click on the "Subscribers" tab.
3. Click on the "Create List" button.
4. Enter a name for your list and choose the categories you want to include.
5. Set the subscriber limit for the list.
6. Click on the "Create List" button to create the list.
7. You can now add subscribers to the list by clicking on the "Add Subscriber" button and entering their email address.
8. You can also manage subscribers by clicking on the "Manage Subscribers" button and viewing the subscriber list.

Configuring Notification Settings

To configure notification settings, follow these steps:

1. Go to the EBSNS plugin's settings page.
2. Click on the "Notifications" tab.
3. Set the notification type (e.g., new post, updated post, removed post).
4. Choose the frequency of the notifications (e.g., immediate, hourly, daily).
5. Set the notification delay (e.g., 5 minutes, 1 hour, 1 day).
6. Choose the subscriber list to send the notification to.
7. Click on the "Save Changes" button to save your settings.

Sending Custom Notifications

To send a custom notification, follow these steps:

1. Go to the EBSNS plugin's settings page.
2. Click on the "Notifications" tab.
3. Click on the "Send Custom Notification" button.
4. Enter a subject for the notification and a message.
5. Choose the subscriber list to send the notification to.
6. Click on the "Send Notification" button to send the notification.

Managing Subscriber Notifications

To manage subscriber notifications, follow these steps:

1. Go to the EBSNS plugin's settings page.
2. Click on the "Notifications" tab.
3. View the notification log to see a list of all sent notifications.
4. View the notification details to see more information about each notification.
5. Click on the "Mark as Read" button to mark a notification as read.
6. Click on the "Unsubscribe" button to unsubscribe a subscriber from a notification.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If you encounter any issues while using the EBSNS, here are some common solutions:

1. Check your email address and API key to make sure they are correct.
2. Make sure you have granted the necessary permissions to the plugin.
3. Check the plugin settings to make sure they are configured correctly.
4. Check the subscriber list to make sure the subscriber is added correctly.
5. Check the notification settings to make sure they are configured correctly.

By following this tutorial, you should be able to set up and use the EBSNS to its full potential. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to contact us.