Quick Start Guide
Get started with LeadNest in minutes. This guide will walk you through creating your first campaign and sending your first message.
What You'll Learn
- How to create your LeadNest account
- Setting up your first app
- Importing your audience
- Creating and sending your first campaign
- Viewing analytics and results
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- A valid email address
- Your website or app URL
- A list of subscribers (optional for testing)
Step-by-Step Guide
1 Create Your Account
Sign up for a free LeadNest account:
- Visit leadnest.ai
- Click "Get Started" or "Sign Up"
- Enter your email and create a password
- Verify your email address
New accounts automatically start with our Starter plan, which includes free credits to test all features.
2 Create Your First App
An "App" in LeadNest represents your website, mobile app, or project:
- After logging in, click "Create New App"
- Enter your app name (e.g., "My Website")
- Add your website URL
- Select your organization or create a new one
- Click "Create App"
You'll receive an API key that you can use to integrate LeadNest with your application.
3 Import Your Audience
Add subscribers to your audience:
- Manual Import: Upload a CSV or Excel file with email addresses and phone numbers
- API Integration: Use our REST API to sync subscribers automatically
- Web Forms: Add signup forms to your website
CSV Format Example:
Navigate to Audience → Import and upload your file.
4 Create Your First Campaign
Let's create a simple email campaign:
- Go to Campaigns → Create Campaign
- Select "Email" as your channel
- Choose a template or start from scratch
- Design your email using the drag-and-drop editor
- Add a subject line and preview text
- Select your audience segment
- Schedule or send immediately
Send a test email to yourself before sending to your entire audience. Click "Send Test" in the campaign editor.
5 View Your Results
After sending your campaign, monitor its performance:
- Go to Dashboard → Campaigns
- Click on your campaign name
- View real-time metrics:
- Delivery rate
- Open rate
- Click-through rate
- Conversions
API Quick Start
If you prefer to integrate programmatically, here's a quick example:
Send an Email via API
Hello!
Welcome to our platform.
", "from": { "email": "noreply@yourdomain.com", "name": "Your Company" } }'Response
Next Steps
Now that you've sent your first campaign, explore these features:
- Create audience segments for targeted messaging
- Personalize your messages with dynamic content
- Set up automated workflows for welcome series and drip campaigns
- Try WhatsApp messaging for higher engagement
- Dive deeper into analytics to optimize your campaigns
Common Questions
How much does LeadNest cost?
LeadNest uses usage-based pricing. You only pay for what you use. Check our pricing page for details.
Can I test before committing?
Yes! All new accounts receive free credits to test all features. No credit card required to start.
What channels are supported?
LeadNest supports Email, SMS, WhatsApp, Push Notifications (Web, Mobile, In-App), and Voice messages.
Is there a limit on subscribers?
No. You can have unlimited subscribers. You only pay for messages sent.
Coming Soon Features
We're constantly working on new features to help you scale your communications. Here's what's currently in development:
Need Help Getting Started?
Book a personalized demo with our team and discover how LeadNest can transform your communication strategy.