Email Builder: Import Templates from Any Platform into Code Editor

You can now bring your favorite email templates from any platform into the HighLevel Code Editor. Whether you’re switching platforms or just reusing existing work, this feature makes it easy to import and edit templates by simply sending a test email to a system-generated address.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• What is the Email Template Import Feature?
• Key Benefits of Importing Templates from Any Platform
• How to Import Email Templates Using the Code Editor
• Code Editor
• Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Email Template Import Feature?

The Email Template Import feature allows you to seamlessly migrate your existing email templates—regardless of their origin—into your HighLevel account. By sending a test or campaign email to a dynamic email address provided by HighLevel, your template will automatically appear in your Code Editor, where you can modify and reuse it as needed.

This tool helps save time and preserve your original designs, so you don’t have to start from scratch or recreate your email formatting manually.

Key Benefits of Importing Templates from Any Platform

This feature is designed to simplify migration and improve template management for users coming from other email platforms.

• ✅ Simplified onboarding – Quickly bring templates into HighLevel

• ? Template preservation – Maintains your original design, layout, and code

• ? Easy reuse – Skip rebuilding and start editing right away

• ? Flexible editing – Fully customizable within the Code Editor

• ? Platform-agnostic – Compatible with any platform that supports test or campaign emails

• ⚡️ Fast and automatic – Templates appear within seconds after sending

How to Import Email Templates Using the Code Editor

Follow these steps to import your existing templates directly into HighLevel’s Code Editor:

1. Navigate to Email Marketing > Templates

2. Click New, then select Import

3. In the import menu, choose Other Platform from the list

4. Copy the system-generated email address displayed on the screen

5. From your original platform (e.g., Mailchimp, Klaviyo), send your template as a test email or campaign email to the copied address

6. Return to HighLevel. Your email will be imported and listed in the Templates area

7. Click on the imported template to open it in the Code Editor

You can now edit, clone, or assign the imported template to an email campaign.

Code Editor

The Code Editor gives you full control over the structure, styling, and dynamic content of your emails. Imported templates appear directly in this editor, giving you the flexibility to:

• Customize HTML and inline CSS

• Add personalization variables

• Preview changes in real time

• Save templates for reuse

• Apply the design in campaigns and automation

If you’re comfortable with code or working with a developer, the Code Editor is your best tool for precision customization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What platforms can I import templates from?

You can import from any email platform that allows you to send a test email or campaign, including Mailchimp, Klaviyo, ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign, Constant Contact, and more.

Q: Will my email’s original formatting and images stay intact?

Yes. Your HTML code and design elements will be preserved exactly as they appear in the original send.

Q: Can I use the imported template in campaigns right away?

Absolutely. Once imported, it’s ready for use in any email campaign or automation.

Q: What if I update the original template on the other platform?

You can re-import the updated version by re-sending the email to the same system-generated address.

Q: Does this work with plain-text emails too?

Yes, but the Code Editor is best suited for HTML-based emails with structured content.

Q: Where do imported templates appear in my HighLevel account?

They’ll show up under Email Marketing > Templates, just like your manually created templates.

Next Steps

• Start importing your existing templates to get up and running quickly.

• Open imported templates in the Code Editor to make modifications or add personalization.

• Add imported templates into your campaigns, workflows, or automations.

• Explore using other email sources like downloaded HTML or custom builds for future imports.