How to Create Email Template in ConvertKit
- George Apostolov
How to Create Email Template in ConvertKit: step-by-step guide
Log into ConvertKit and click on 'Create a new'.
Select 'Email Template'.
Select one to customize or scroll down and start from scratch with 'Import Code'.
Click 'Create HTML Template'.
Enter the template name in the empty field.
Paste your full HTML in the template field.
Click 'Preview Layout' to make sure your template looks good.
Click 'Save' to save your new template.
That's it! You have successfully created a new email template in ConvertKit.
Quick answer: To create an email template in ConvertKit, log in and select Create a new, then Email Template. Choose a template or Import Code, click Create HTML Template, and enter a name. Paste your HTML, click Preview Layout, and click Save to finish.
About this ConvertKit tutorial
Design custom email templates in ConvertKit by importing HTML code, previewing the layout, and saving your new template quickly. This guide shows how to create Email Template in ConvertKit in 9 steps, starting with "Log into ConvertKit and click on 'Create a new'" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully created a new email template in ConvertKit". 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 Email Template in 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. Related guides: How to Create Link Triggers ConvertKit, How to Create Signup Incentive ConvertKit and How to Customize Confirmation Email ConvertKit. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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