Email Communications Hub
Manage email communications from a central hub — compose messages, build reusable templates, schedule sends, and track delivery, all tied to contact records.
The Email Communications Hub centralizes all email activity in Muin. Compose messages, build reusable templates, schedule sends, and track delivery — all from within the Communications module. Email integrates with workflows, contact records, and the unified inbox so every message is connected to its context.
Overview
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Unified Inbox | View all inbound and outbound email in one place alongside other channels |
| Email Templates | Create reusable templates with merge tags for personalized messaging |
| Scheduled Sends | Compose now and schedule delivery for a future date and time |
| Delivery Tracking | See open rates, click rates, and bounce status per message |
| Workflow Integration | Trigger emails automatically from workflow steps and form submissions |
| Contact Linking | Every email is linked to the contact record for full conversation history |
How to Send an Email
Composing a Message
- Navigate to Communications in the left sidebar
- Click Compose or open an existing conversation and click Reply
- Select or confirm the Email channel
- Choose recipients:
- Type a contact name or email address
- Select from a contact list or segment for bulk sends
- Write your message or select a template:
- Click Templates to browse saved templates
- Merge tags (e.g.,
{{first_name}},{{org_name}}) auto-fill from contact data
- Attach files if needed (documents, images, PDFs)
- Choose delivery timing:
- Send Now — deliver immediately
- Schedule — pick a date and time for delivery
- Click Send or Schedule
Using Templates
Templates save time on recurring communications:
- Go to Communications –> Templates
- Click Create Template
- Enter a template name and category
- Write the email body using the rich text editor
- Insert merge tags for personalization (e.g.,
{{first_name}},{{invoice_number}}) - Save the template for reuse across your team
Tracking Delivery
After sending, view delivery metrics on each message:
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Delivered | Message accepted by the recipient’s mail server |
| Opened | Recipient opened the email (pixel tracking) |
| Clicked | Recipient clicked a link in the email |
| Bounced | Delivery failed (hard bounce or soft bounce) |
| Unsubscribed | Recipient opted out of future messages |
Tips
- Use templates for consistency — create templates for common outreach like invoice reminders, onboarding welcome emails, and follow-ups. This ensures consistent messaging and saves drafting time.
- Personalize with merge tags — emails with the recipient’s name and relevant details get higher open and response rates. Merge tags pull data directly from contact records.
- Schedule for optimal timing — schedule emails to arrive during business hours in the recipient’s timezone for better engagement.
- Connect emails to workflows — instead of sending manual follow-ups, configure workflows to send templated emails automatically based on events like form submissions, payment reminders, or status changes.
Next Steps
- Communications Hub Overview - Full multi-channel setup with AI routing and SLA tracking
- WhatsApp Setup - Connect WhatsApp Business
- Building Workflows - Automate email sequences