# Quick start

Welcome to **Dripcel MarTech** — your platform for automated SMS and Email marketing, campaign compliance, and data-driven lead generation.

This Quick Start guide gives you a rapid overview of how to set up and send your first campaign.


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## 1. Set Up Your Account

* [Log in](https://app.dripcel.com/) to your Dripcel dashboard.
* [Complete](https://app.dripcel.com/profile) your **Organisation Profile** and verify your company details.
* [Generate](https://app.dripcel.com/api-keys) an **API Key** if you plan to integrate third-party suppliers.  
  → [See MarTech API Overview](/doc/martech-api-sNUZHSmfyk).


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## 2. Upload Your Contacts

[Import](https://app.dripcel.com/contacts/upload) your contact list using a CSV file with the correct format.  
You can [include custom fields](https://app.dripcel.com/custom-fields) and [tags](https://app.dripcel.com/tags) to segment audiences.

→ [Learn more](/doc/contacts-MJaFaTjsHX) in Uploading Contacts.


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## 3. Create Your First Campaign


1. Go to **Campaigns →** [**New Campaign**](https://app.dripcel.com/campaigns/v2/create)
2. Add your **templates**, **targeting**, and **schedule**.

→ See Campaign Design Templates for details.


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## 4. Configure Automation

Under **Campaign → Automation**, schedule recurring sends or enable the **Random Time** feature to optimise send times automatically.

→ Read Recurring Sends for setup steps.


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## 5. Monitor Performance

* Track **CPL / CPA**, conversions, and engagement in real time.
* Use dashboards to review results and identify best-performing content.

→ Visit Financials for more.


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## 6. Handle Replies and Opt-Outs

* View and manage inbound replies under **Campaign →** [**Replies**](https://app.dripcel.com/sms/replies).
* Dripcel automatically processes “STOP” and other opt-out keywords.
* Use the API or tags to sync opt-outs with third-party systems.

→ See Replies and Compliance API.


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## 7. Need Help?

* [Visit the FAQ](/doc/frequently-asked-questions-faq-Xag56zyqRI) for quick answers.
* Contact our support team via the in-app chat or [Contact Form](https://www.dripcel.com/contact-us).