How to Create Automated Welcome Email ConvertKit
- George Apostolov
How to Create Automated Welcome Email ConvertKit: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Send' tab.
Select 'Sequences'.
Click '+ New sequence'.
Select a template for your sequence.
Inside the sequence editor, click on the first email and add a subject line.
Write a friendly, engaging message introducing yourself and your brand.
Customize the send time.
Click 'Preview' to ensure your automation email looks good.
Once everything looks good, make sure your automation is turned on by clicking 'Publish' so new subscribers receive the email automatically.
Quick answer: To set up automated welcome emails in ConvertKit, navigate to the Send tab, select Sequences, create a new sequence, and choose a template. Next, add your subject line and message in the editor, customize the send time, preview the email, and click Publish to turn on the automation.
About this ConvertKit tutorial
Send automated welcome emails to new subscribers using ConvertKit sequences. Create your message, customize timing, preview, and publish to launch. This guide shows how to create Automated Welcome Email ConvertKit in 9 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Send' tab" and finishing with "Once everything looks good, make sure your automation is turned on by clicking 'Publish...". 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 create Automated Welcome Email ConvertKit?
9 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 and Automation. Related guides: How to Create Broadcast ConvertKit, How to Create ConvertKit Account and How to Create Email Footer ConvertKit. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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