Email Marketing 101
Get into a marketer's mindset.
See how easy email marketing can be, even if you’re a beginner.
Go where your customers are every day.
Email remains one of the most effective ways to reach your customers because it’s where they already spend time every day. With Digital Media Solutions, you can create professional emails in minutes using our easy drag-and-drop editor, grow your audience with powerful list-building tools, automate your marketing, and much more—all from one simple platform.
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Kick-start your marketing with one of our affordable plans.
Get started with digital marketing using tools designed to make it simple:
Easy drag-and-drop email templates to create professional campaigns in minutes.
Simple social media tools to create, schedule, and publish posts with ease.
Award-winning customer support to help you every step of the way.
Join the Movement
Become part of a community built for ambitious digital marketers. Get expert training, proven strategies, and the resources you need to start, grow, and scale with confidence.
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Digital Media Solutions was built and powered by marketers focused on the traditional issues marketing professionals face day to day. Once success was found, it was introduced to the market to help marketers face common challenges.
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"Our Digital Media Solutions email campaigns generated most of our donations and helped us reach our fundraising goal before the campaign ended."
Tiffany Franco, Director of Development
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See our Pricing
Choose the plan that’s right for you, with social posting and reporting included across all options.
Monthly
$15/month
Ideal for beginners
Start marketing smarter with easy-to-use email and social media tools backed by award-winning support.
Quarterly
$40/month
Great for most businesses
Save time and drive growth with easy-to-use automated marketing tools designed for your business.
Semi-Annually
$60/month
Ideal for pros
Access industry-leading tools for automation, segmentation, and more to create smarter and easier.
*Plan price is based on number of devices and type of service. Overage fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get started with email marketing for my small business?
You’re ready to share your story, connect with customers, and grow your business. Email marketing delivers an average return of $36 for every $1 spent, making it one of the most effective and affordable ways for small businesses to reach their audience. So, what happens after you click “Start Today”?
First, explore our library of customizable email templates to find the right starting point for your message. Create a welcome email, share a newsletter, or promote your latest offer. Not a designer? No problem. Our tools can help match your email to your brand’s look and feel. Need help finding the right words? Choose from ready-to-use content ideas or use AI-powered writing tools to help create your first draft.
Next, build your audience. If you don’t have an email list yet, that’s okay. Start by importing your contacts, connecting your website to capture customer information, or adding signup tools to your social media channels.
Ready to learn more? Explore our email marketing resources and discover creative ways to grow your list, engage customers, and get the most from every campaign.
Which plan is right for my business?
Many small business owners struggle to find enough time for marketing—56% spend an hour or less on it each day. The right digital marketing tools can help you save time, simplify your workflow, and make every effort count.
Lite is a great fit for new marketers, solopreneurs, and small businesses looking for simple email and social media tools. Create campaigns, connect with customers, and manage your marketing without the need for ads or advanced automation.
Standard is built for growing teams that need more flexibility. Unlock advanced email features like scheduled sends, optimized subject lines, and contact segmentation to help you reach the right audience.
Premium gives you the most powerful tools to take your marketing further. With unlimited users, priority support, advanced reporting, social ads, segmentation, and automation, it’s designed for businesses ready to scale their marketing efforts.
What is your customer service like?
Stuck on an email campaign or need help uploading your contacts? Our award-winning support team is here to help you get the most out of your marketing.
Everyone learns differently, so we offer resources to fit your needs. When you find yourself asking, “How do I do that?” visit our Knowledge Base for step-by-step guides, helpful articles, and video tutorials you can access anytime.
Looking for personalized marketing advice? Connect with one of our Marketing Advisors for one-on-one guidance from digital marketing experts. You can also learn from our community, get answers in our support forum, and stay inspired with recorded webinars and workshops featuring the latest marketing insights.