# New subscriber tagging and welcome

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Not sure where to use this template? Check out [Get started with workflow templates library](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/workflows/get-started-with-workflow-templates-library)

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## About this template

Automatically **tag new subscribers** based on their marketing preferences and send them a **personalized welcome email**.

## Step-by-step guide to set up this template

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### Trigger – New customer sign up

This trigger activates the workflow when a user submits a Notify me form on your store (not during checkout).

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📝 Learn more about triggers: [Understanding workflow triggers](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/workflows/understanding-workflow-triggers)

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### Action – Add customer tags

Add a tag `newsletter recipient` to the customer.

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📝 Learn more about actions: [Understanding workflow actions](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/workflows/understanding-workflow-actions)

📝 Learn more about variables: [Understanding personalization variables in email templates](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/email-templates/understanding-personalization-variables-in-email-templates)

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![image](https://docs-assets.foxecom.app/xflow-app/XFlow%20docs%20screenshot%20(14)_e9WkCdiy.jpg)

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### Action – Send email

Send a **personalized welcome email** using a pre-created email template.

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1. Enter the **email subject**.
2. Select the **email template** that you have prepared in advance.

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If you don’t have an **email template** yet, check out [Create an email template](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/email-templates/create-an-email-template)

Read more about the **variables** you can use in email: [Available variables in email templates](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/email-templates/understanding-personalization-variables-in-email-templates/available-variables-in-email-templates)

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By tagging new subscribers and sending a welcome email, this workflow helps you start customer engagement from the first interaction.

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**🌟 Pro Tip:**

* Use clear and consistent tags to make customer segmentation easier.
* Prepare your welcome email template in advance: [Create an email template](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/email-templates/create-an-email-template)
* Personalize the email content to improve engagement: [Understanding personalization variables in email templates](https://docs.foxecom.com/xflow-app/email-templates/understanding-personalization-variables-in-email-templates)

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## Common use cases

The **New subscriber tagging and welcome** workflow template is commonly used when:

* You want to tag new subscribers for future email campaigns.
* You want to send a welcome email immediately after sign-up.
* You want to build engagement with new customers from day one.