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Auto Welcome Email Plugin

Powerful WordPress plugin that automatically sends personalized welcome emails to new users, subscribers, and members to create great first impressions and improve engagement.

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✓ Free & Lightweight • ✓ Welcome Sequences • ✓ Fully Customizable

Version: 1.0.0 • Updated: December 2025

Welcome Emails

Personalized

Flexible Triggers

Performance

Welcome New Users with Personalized Emails

Auto Welcome Email is a free WordPress plugin designed to automate user onboarding. It features personalised sequences,role-based triggers, and customisable templates to boost engagement and retention. This lightweight tool offers email tracking with zero setup costs.

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Auto Welcome Email is a lightweight WordPress plugin that automatically sends personalized welcome emails when new users register, join your membership, or subscribe. Make great first impressions, guide new users, and increase engagement from day one with zero manual effort.

Key Features

This comprehensive welcome email solution includes:

Instant Welcome Emails

Send automatic personalized welcome emails the moment a new user registers or subscribes. Set the tone for your relationship and provide immediate value.

Email Sequences

Create multi-email welcome sequences. Send intro email on day 1, tips email on day 3, and special offer on day 7. Automated nurture sequences build relationships over time.

Multiple Trigger Types

Trigger emails on user registration, membership signup, newsletter subscription, or custom events. Different triggers can have different welcome messages and sequences.

Customizable Templates

Professional, responsive email templates with full customization. Add your branding, logo, company colors, and personalized messaging. No coding required.

Dynamic Personalization

Automatically insert user information into emails. Include first name, email, registration date, or user role. Make each email feel personal and relevant.

Role-Based Emails

Send different welcome emails to different user types. Administrators get one welcome, subscribers get another, members get a third. Perfect for role-specific onboarding.

Dynamic Content

Include action links in welcome emails. Link to beginner guides, video tutorials, profile setup page, or special offers. Guide users toward key actions.

Email Tracking

See which welcome emails were sent and delivery status. Complete audit log of all welcome emails sent to new users. Track and troubleshoot deliverability.

Secure & Reliable

Enterprise-grade email delivery with retry logic. Handles failed deliveries gracefully. Respects user preferences and supports unsubscribe options.

Why Choose Auto Welcome Email?

  • Better First Impressions: Welcome emails increase user retention by 25%+ in studies
  • Increase Engagement: Users who receive welcome emails engage 50% more than those who don’t
  • Guide New Users: Onboard users properly with step-by-step guidance in welcome sequences
  • Save Time: Automate welcome messages instead of sending manually to every user
  • Zero Configuration: Works perfectly out of the box with sensible defaults
  • Fully Customizable: Personalize every aspect of your welcome emails
  • Role-Based Logic: Different messages for different user types
  • Email Sequences: Build multi-email welcome sequences for better nurturing
  • Lightweight & Fast: Minimal code, no performance impact

Installation & Setup

  1. Download the Plugin:
    • Click the “Download Plugin (ZIP)” button above
    • Save the auto-welcome-email.zip file to your computer
  2. Upload to WordPress:
    • Go to your WordPress admin dashboard
    • Navigate to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
    • Select the auto-welcome-email.zip file
    • Click “Install Now”
  3. Activate & Configure:
    • After installation, click “Activate Plugin”
    • Go to Auto Welcome Email in the admin menu
    • Choose which events trigger welcome emails
  4. Customize & Enable:
    • Write your welcome email message
    • Insert dynamic fields like [first_name] and [registration_date]
    • Choose an email template
    • Save and enable the welcome email

How It Improves User Retention

  • Create Connection: Welcome email is first interaction, sets positive tone
  • Set Expectations: Tell users what to expect and how to get started
  • Provide Value Immediately: Share tips, guides, or exclusive content in welcome
  • Guide to Key Features: Link users to important pages and features
  • Encourage Exploration: Welcome sequences gradually introduce site features
  • Build Relationship: Personal, friendly tone builds trust and connection
  • Reduce Churn: Users with welcome emails churn much less
  • Increase Conversions: Guide users toward key conversion actions

Feature Details

Welcome Email Sequences

Create email sequences that welcome new users over time. Send a warm greeting on day 1, helpful tips on day 3, a tutorial link on day 5, and a special offer on day 7. These sequences significantly increase engagement compared to single welcome emails.

Multiple Trigger Events

Trigger welcome emails on different events. User registration, membership signup, newsletter subscription, or custom plugin hooks. Each trigger type can have its own unique welcome message and sequence.

Dynamic Personalization

Make emails feel personal using dynamic fields. [first_name], [email_address], [registration_date], [user_role], and any custom fields. Personalized emails get 50% higher open rates than generic emails.

Role-Based Welcome Emails

Send different welcome emails based on user role. Administrators receive one message, subscribers receive another, members receive a third. Perfect for role-specific onboarding and guidance.

Email Templates

Professional, mobile-responsive email templates that match your brand. Customize colors, fonts, add your logo, and include company information. Templates render perfectly across all email clients and devices.

Loved by Community Managers

“This plugin has transformed how we onboard new members! Our retention increased by 35% after adding welcome email sequences. Highly recommend!”
– Lisa K., Community Manager
“Simple to set up, powerful results. Our new users feel welcomed and know exactly what to do. This is automation done right!”
– Marcus T., SaaS Founder
“Free plugin that works better than paid services I’ve used. Welcome emails are professional, personalized, and drive engagement. A must-have!”
– Rachel M., Membership Site Owner

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auto Welcome Email completely free?
Yes, 100% free with no premium version or hidden costs. All features are available forever at no charge. Download, install, and use without any limitations or restrictions.
How do I customize the welcome email?
Full customization available in the plugin settings. Change subject line, email message, sender name/email, template, colors, and add your logo. No coding required, everything is visual.
Can I create multiple welcome sequences?
Absolutely! Create unlimited welcome sequences with multiple emails. Send day 1, day 3, day 7, day 14 emails etc. Each with different content and calls to action.
How do I personalize emails with user information?
Use dynamic field shortcodes in your email message. Examples: [first_name], [email_address], [registration_date], [user_role]. The plugin automatically inserts user data into each email sent.
Can I send different emails for different user roles?
Yes! Create role-specific welcome sequences. Administrators, subscribers, members, and custom roles can each have completely different welcome email sequences.
Will this slow down my website?
No, the plugin is extremely lightweight. Emails are sent asynchronously in the background so they don’t impact page load times or user registration speed at all.
What events can trigger welcome emails?
User registration, membership signup, newsletter subscription, and custom plugin events. You can also manually trigger emails if needed. Flexible trigger system for any scenario.
Can I include links in welcome emails?
Yes! Include action links in your welcome emails. Link to tutorials, profile setup page, getting started guide, or special offers. Guide users toward important actions.
How can I track if welcome emails are being sent?
The plugin maintains a complete email log showing all welcome emails sent, delivery status, and timestamps. View the log in admin panel to verify everything is working correctly.