Why do this? There are many reasons to share your Mailchimp data with TRG — maybe you're joining a trial or the solution you are using requires it. But only do this if you’ve been asked.
Overview:
You’ll:
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Login to your Mailchimp account
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Create an API key
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Share it with us securely
Steps
Login to Mailchimp.
- Click your pofile icon (top right), then click Profile.
Go to the API Keys Page
- Click 'Extras' > 'API Keys'
Create a new key
- Scroll down and click "Create a Key"
Name your key
You'll be prompted to add a description for the key. It doesn’t really matter what you call it — just pick something clear.
- If future-you is cleaning up a bunch of keys, you’ll be grateful past-you didn’t name this one: “Really Important Integration”!
When the API key appears - take a copy of it - this is the ONLY time you will see it. If you forget, you'll need to 'Revoke' this key and create a new one.
Share the Key.
Never send your API Key in an email. If a bad actor gets their hands on it they might get access to your data before you get chance to Revoke it.
TRG staff will always provide a secure method of providing the API key.
My favourite? Save the key in a .txt or .docx file and upload it via a secure OneDrive link we provide.
- That way, the key is encrypted in transit and stored safely — visible only to authorised staff.