How to Send a test Email on Mailchimp
- George Apostolov
How to Send a test Email on Mailchimp: step-by-step guide
Go to the “Campaigns” section on the dashboard.
Here you'll find your saved emails.
You can also choose to create a new one.
Click “Edit” next to the email you want to send.
Specify the recipients for the email.
Set the email’s subject line.
Customize the email design if you want to.
Test your email before sending it to your subscribers.
If you're happy with how it looks, hit "Send".
Quick answer: To send a test email on Mailchimp, navigate to Campaigns on your dashboard, locate or create your email, and click Edit. Next, specify recipients, set the subject line, and customize the design. Finally, test the email before sending it to your subscribers.
About this Mailchimp tutorial
Test and send your email campaigns in Mailchimp by editing your design, specifying recipients, and previewing before final delivery. This guide shows how to send a test Email on Mailchimp in 9 steps, starting with "Go to the ' Campaigns ' section on the dashboard" and finishing with "If you're happy with how it looks, hit 'Send'". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Mailchimp interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to send a test Email on Mailchimp?
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 Mailchimp data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Mailchimp. Related guides: How to Set Up Mailchimp Account?, How to Create Mailchimp Campaign and How to Switch from Mailchimp to Mailerlite. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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