Mail tracking code
A mail tracking code is a snippet of code that is added to an email message to track its delivery and open rates. Here are some common types of mail tracking codes:
- Pixel tracking: A small, transparent image (pixel) is embedded in the email that is loaded when the recipient opens the email. This allows the sender to track when the email is opened.
- JavaScript tracking: A small piece of JavaScript code is embedded in the email that runs when the recipient opens the email. This allows the sender to track when the email is opened and can also track other actions, such as clicks on links or buttons.
- HTML tracking: HTML code is used to track when the email is opened and can also track other actions, such as clicks on links or buttons.
- Link tracking: A unique URL is created for each link in the email that tracks when the link is clicked.
- Click-to-open tracking: A unique URL is created for each link in the email that tracks when the link is clicked and also tracks when the email is opened.
Here is an example of a simple pixel tracking code:
<img src="https://example.com/trackingpixel.gif" width="1" height="1" />
And here is an example of a simple JavaScript tracking code:
<script>
var trackingPixel = new Image();
trackingPixel.src = 'https://example.com/trackingpixel.gif';
</script>
Mail tracking codes can be used to track a variety of metrics, including:
- Open rates: How many people opened the email?
- Click-through rates: How many people clicked on a link in the email?
- Conversion rates: How many people completed a desired action, such as making a purchase or filling out a form?
- Bounce rates: How many emails bounced back to the sender?
- Spam rates: How many emails were marked as spam?
Mail tracking codes can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Improving email marketing campaigns by optimizing subject lines, content, and targeting
- Identifying and segmenting high-value subscribers
- Reducing bounce rates and improving deliverability
- Measuring the effectiveness of email campaigns and making data-driven decisions
It's important to note that mail tracking codes should be used in compliance with anti-spam laws and regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the CAN-SPAM Act.