Editing Start an automation on a date or time (section)

== Configuration Options and Settings ==

The key configuration options for starting an automation on a date or time within ActiveCampaign are vital to utilize effectively:

* '''Segment the contacts entering this automation''': This option enables you to filter which contacts will enter the automation based on specified conditions.
* '''Date & Time Conditions''': These conditions allow you to specify exact dates and times when contacts should enter or be processed through the automation.
* '''Wait Action''': This feature suspends the automation until the specified date and/or time is reached, permitting you to leverage time-sensitive marketing strategies.
* '''Date-Based Trigger Options''': This indicates the start condition based on the date, with settings for frequency checks and years.