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Confirm the entry, ask entrants to share for extra chances, then offer everyone a consolation gift. Turn contest entrants into subscribers who shop, not just freebie hunters.
How it works
Starts when the tag “giveaway-entrant” is added. 3 emails over 7 days.
- Day 0: send “You’re in! Here’s how to double your chances”
Design: Contest / giveaway template - Wait 3 days
- Day 3: send “Share with a friend for extra entries”
Design: Refer a friend template - Wait 4 days
- Day 7: send “Didn’t win this time? Here’s a gift anyway”
Design: Sale / discount code template
Frequently asked questions
What is a giveaway entry follow-up automation?
Confirm the entry, ask entrants to share for extra chances, then offer everyone a consolation gift. Turn contest entrants into subscribers who shop, not just freebie hunters.
How does the giveaway entry follow-up sequence start?
Starts when the tag “giveaway-entrant” is added. Each contact then moves through the steps on their own schedule.
How many emails are in the giveaway entry follow-up sequence?
It contains 3 emails over 7 days. You can add, remove or reorder steps, change the waiting times and edit every email.
How do I set up this giveaway entry follow-up automation?
Create a free ENB Technologies account, go to Automations › New automation and choose “Giveaway entry follow-up”. It is created with every email designed in your brand. Review it, then click Activate.
Also searched as: giveaway email sequence, contest entry confirmation, sweepstakes follow up emails, competition autoresponder
At a glance
- Goal: Turn contest entrants into subscribers who shop, not just freebie hunters.
- Trigger: Tag added
- Length: 3 emails over 7 days
- Smart rules: skips people who unsubscribe; waits for double opt-in confirmation