phpList
An open-source mailing list manager for creating and sending newsletters with click tracking.
About phpList
What is phpList?
phpList is an open-source mailing list manager built for creating and managing newsletter campaigns. It lets you manage user subscriptions, schedule sends, and track recipient engagement.
Use cases
What is phpList for?
- Sending a regular newsletter to a list of subscribers.
- A newsletter campaign with double opt-in confirmation.
- A newsletter integrated with an RSS feed to automatically send out updates.
Benefits
Main benefits of phpList
Double opt-in confirmation, which improves list quality.
Scheduling sends for a specific date and time.
List segmentation to send different content to different groups.
Click tracking on the links in each send.
Is it for you?
Who should use phpList?
Businesses or outlets that send newsletters regularly and want to avoid the monthly fees commercial services charge per subscriber.
Is phpList right for you?
Is phpList the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You send newsletters regularly and want to avoid per-subscriber fees.
- You need to segment your mailing list into different groups.
- You want to measure click tracking for each send.
It might not be for you if…
- You only need to send very simple, occasional newsletters with no database (consider OpenNewsletter).
- You also need to manage incoming mail, not just send newsletters (consider Roundcube).
Installation
How to install phpList on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find phpList
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
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Why install phpList on miHosting
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Frequently asked questions about phpList
Can phpList replace a paid email marketing service?
It covers self-hosted newsletter sending, with no monthly per-subscriber fees; advanced automation features from commercial services may be more limited.
Can phpList tell me who clicked on my newsletter?
Yes, it includes click tracking on the links in each send, useful for measuring subscriber interest.
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