Setting Up a Custom Tracking Domain in Sasta Mail
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Tracking your emails is crucial for understanding your audience’s behavior and improving your email marketing campaigns. With Sasta Mail, you can set up a custom tracking domain to monitor your email opens and clicks. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.
Why Use a Custom Tracking Domain?
• Enhanced Deliverability: Using your own domain for tracking can boost your email deliverability rates.
• Branding: Maintain consistent branding by using your own domain instead of a third-party one.
• Detailed Insights: Gain insights into email opens, clicks, and other metrics.
Setting Up Your Custom Tracking Domain
Method 1: DNS/CNAME Verification
Notice: This method is recommended for most users as it is universally compatible with all hosting providers.
1. Access Sasta Mail:
• Log into your Sasta Mail account.
• Navigate to the ‘Sendings’ tab and select ‘Tracking’s Domain’.
2. Add Domain:
• Click on ‘Add Domain’.
• Enter your subdomain (e.g., track.yourdomain.com). Important: Only add a sub-domain, not your primary domain, as it can break your site.
• Select the HTTP method when adding the subdomain.
3. DNS Record Creation:
• Copy the provided CNAME record from Sasta Mail.
• Access your domain provider’s DNS Zone Editor (e.g., GoDaddy, Hostinger).
• Create a new CNAME record and paste the copied value.
• Save the changes. Note: DNS propagation can take up to 48 hours.
4. Verification:
• Return to Sasta Mail and refresh the page.
• Your tracking domain should now display as ‘Verified’.
Note: When using the DNS/CNAME verification method, only HTTP is recommended.
Method 2: Host Redirect Verification (For PHP Servers)
Disclaimer: This method requires a PHP server, making it ideal for WordPress users. Ensure you follow the steps carefully to avoid potential issues.
1. Choose Verification Method:
• In Sasta Mail, under ‘Tracking’s Domain’, select ‘Host Redirect Verification’.
2. Add Subdomain:
• Enter a new subdomain (e.g., tracking.yourdomain.com). Remember to only use a sub-domain.
• Select the HTTPS method when adding the subdomain.
3. Download Script:
• Click on ‘View’ next to your added domain.
• Download the provided tracking script.
4. Upload Script to Server:
• Access your hosting provider’s file manager.
• Navigate to the folder associated with your subdomain. Important: The files are supposed to be uploaded in your sub-domain and not your primary domain.
• Upload and extract the downloaded script.
5. Test & Verify:
• Visit your subdomain in a browser. You should see a message indicating the tracking domain is ready.
• In Sasta Mail, test the tracking domain. If successful, it will display as ‘Verified’.
Note: When using the script upload method, you can use both HTTP and HTTPS.
Wrapping Up
Setting up a custom tracking domain in Sasta Mail is straightforward. Whether you choose DNS/CNAME verification or host redirect verification, the process ensures you have a reliable way to track your email campaigns. If you encounter any challenges, don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance. Happy tracking!