Implementing Double Opt-In

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to implement the Double Opt-in feature in your subscription form.

The main goal of Double Opt-in is to prevent storing email addresses in your site’s database without verification. This is especially helpful for GDPR compliance, as it ensures that consent is obtained before data is saved.

Please note that when Double Opt-in is enabled, our plugin uses browser cookies to temporarily store the subscription information until the email is confirmed. It’s important to note that the confirmation link sent via email must be clicked from the same browser.

Enabling Double Opt-in

To activate this feature, go to your plugin’s subscription form and navigate to the General Settings.

1. Enable Double Opt-in: This ensures that subscribers must confirm their email address by clicking a confirmation link sent immediately after they sign up.
2. Set the Opt-In Confirmation Message: Customize the message that will be displayed once the subscriber confirms their email.
3. Here’s an example:

“Congratulations! Your email has been verified Thank you!”

Completing the Double Opt-in Process

1. Fill out and submit the subscription form. After submission, the user will receive an email containing the confirmation link.

2. Click the Confirmation Link: The subscriber must click the link in the email to complete the opt-in process.

3. Once clicked, the confirmation message you set earlier will be displayed.

By implementing the Double Opt-in process with WP Subscription Form Pro, you ensure that only valid and confirmed email addresses are added to your subscription list, improving the quality of your email audience and enhancing user trust.