Why is it important?

Direct mail has become less common — this is good! When fewer marketers are sending mail, your piece has a higher chance of standing out. The web is full of marketing messages. But mailboxes aren’t, and that’s why direct mail still works so well in this digital age. In fact:

57% of respondents said that direct mail marketing makes them feel more valued and creates a more authentic relationship—Direct Marketing Association

77% of millennials reported that they notice advertising in direct mail—Direct Marketing News

Where do I start?

Every Door Direct Mail features a built-in campaign builder and is operated directly through the USPS, so it is reliable. The system includes a user-friendly dashboard to create a direct mail campaign efficiently and effectively, including the ability to:

  • conduct geographic and demographic targeting
  • preview reach and route for prospects
  • select mail type: brochure or postcard
  • select the number of deliveries (one to three) and duration of time between deliveries
  • boost direct mail by sending the campaign to the same recipients via Facebook, email, or display advertising to increase touchpoints/reach
  • preview costs before committing

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Budget Planning Tool

  • Return on Investment Calculator is a dynamic calculator that makes it easy and quick to create different scenarios and find out what you need to break even and start profiting from your direct marketing campaign.

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