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How do I organize the information in my account after a migration?

After completing a migration from another platform to ActiveCampaign, it's crucial to take the necessary steps to organize your information effectively. This article provides top recommendations to ensure that your account is organized, making it easier to manage your contacts, automations, and overall account functionality.

Introduction

Organizing your information post-migration is essential to leverage the full potential of ActiveCampaign. Migrating to a new platform can lead to data discrepancies, duplicates, and unorganized structures, which may hinder your marketing efforts. Proper organization allows you to manage campaigns more effectively, maintain targeted communication with your contacts, and ensure that your business objectives are met. In this article, we'll guide you through the important steps you need to take in order to streamline your ActiveCampaign account after migration.

How to Access This Feature

To start organizing your information after migration, simply log into your ActiveCampaign account. Upon accessing the dashboard, you will find various tools such as **tags**, **lists**, and **automations** that you can use to improve the organization of your account.

Step-by-Step Instructions

The following steps provide a comprehensive approach to organizing your ActiveCampaign account:

1. Combine Lists

If you are managing multiple lists that contain similar content or messaging, it is recommended that you combine them utilizing the **bulk edit tool**. This can help reduce clutter in your account and ensure that your contacts receive consistent messaging.

- **Step 1.1:** Navigate to the **Contacts** section of your account. - **Step 1.2:** Select the lists you want to merge. - **Step 1.3:** Use the **bulk edit tool** to combine these lists into one.

Additionally, if you have larger lists and want to maintain targeted communications, you can also segment your lists using **tags** and **custom fields**.

2. Delete or Combine Duplicate Tags

Duplicate tags can lead to confusion and inefficiencies in managing your contacts. It’s important to clean up your tags to ensure better organization.

- **Step 2.1:** Go to the **Tag Manager** in your account. - **Step 2.2:** Review the tags for duplicates or similar tags that can be consolidated. - **Step 2.3:** Delete or merge redundant tags to streamline your tagging system.

3. Update the Naming Convention for Automation Emails

After migration, your automation emails may have similar or identical names. Updating your naming conventions can prevent confusion and improve your organization.

- **Step 3.1:** Identify the automation emails with unclear or overlapping names. - **Step 3.2:** Rename these emails to reflect the associated automation name followed by the specific email name. This practice allows for better clarity and management within your automations.

To learn how to update the name of an automation email, see the related article on renaming emails in automations.

Configuration Options and Settings

In the process of organizing your information, you'll utilize several key configuration options:

- Lists: Manage and combine your contact lists to prevent redundancy. - Tags: Use the **Tag Manager** to delete or merge duplicate tags, ensuring clear categorization of your contacts. - Automation Emails: Update naming conventions for your automation emails for better visibility and management.

Best Practices and Tips

- Regularly review your lists and tags to keep your account organized as you add new contacts and automations. - Use clear and consistent naming conventions to reduce confusion for anyone accessing your automations in the future. - Take advantage of ActiveCampaign's segmentation features to ensure targeted and relevant messaging to your audiences.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues while trying to organize your information:

- Ensure you have the right permissions to access the **Tag Manager** and **Contacts** sections. - Check if the **bulk edit tool** is functioning properly; if not, refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache may help resolve minor glitches. - If you experience issues with merging lists or tags, consult the related documentation or contact ActiveCampaign support for assistance.

Related Features

For more detailed information around managing your contacts and improvements for your marketing workflow, consider checking these related features: - Contacts - Tags - Automations

FAQ

1. How do I combine multiple lists in ActiveCampaign?

To combine multiple lists, navigate to the **Contacts** section and use the **bulk edit tool** to merge your lists into one.

2. What should I do if I find duplicate tags in my account?

Use the **Tag Manager** to delete or merge duplicate tags, streamlining your tagging system for better organization.

3. How can I ensure my automation emails are organized?

Update your naming convention for automation emails to reflect the automation name followed by the specific email name for better clarity.

4. Is there a way to segment larger lists in ActiveCampaign?

Yes, you can segment larger lists utilizing **tags** and **custom fields** based on specific contact criteria.

5. What are the benefits of organizing information after migration?

Organizing your information helps maintain targeted communication, reduces confusion, and improves overall management of your ActiveCampaign account.

6. Can I access support if I have trouble organizing my accounts?

Yes, if you encounter any issues, you can consult the ActiveCampaign support for further assistance.

7. How often should I review my lists and tags?

It’s recommended to review your lists and tags regularly, especially as you continue to add new contacts or make changes to your marketing campaigns. ```