How to Add First Name in ConvertKit Email
- George Apostolov
How to Add First Name in ConvertKit Email: step-by-step guide
Log in to your ConvertKit account and click 'Create a new'.
From the drop-down menu, select 'Broadcast'.
Add a subject line.
When composing your email, type the personalization tag by inserting the first name in the email body.
Click 'Preview' to see how your email looks.
Click 'Preview as Subscriber' to see how the first name appears.
Click 'Continue' once you're all set.
Click 'Send Broadcast'.
Quick answer: To add a first name in ConvertKit, create a new broadcast, enter a subject, and type the personalization tag in the body. Preview the email as a subscriber to check the first name, then click continue and send the broadcast.
About this ConvertKit tutorial
Personalize your ConvertKit emails by adding subscriber first names. Follow these steps to draft, preview, and send your broadcast. This guide shows how to add First Name in ConvertKit Email in 8 steps, starting with "Log in to your ConvertKit account and click 'Create a new'" and finishing with "Click 'Send Broadcast'". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real ConvertKit interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add First Name in ConvertKit Email?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your ConvertKit data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under ConvertKit. Related guides: How to Add GIF to ConvertKit Email, How to Add Images in ConvertKit and How to Add Subscriber in ConvertKit. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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