Getting Started
To create an Eliminator File (also known as a suppression file), begin by navigating to Create a List in your database. Here, you'll build a search that includes all contacts you want to exclude from a vendor's acquisition efforts. Once your search is complete, you can export it as either a Mail Eliminator File or an Email Eliminator File.
Feature details
Eliminator Files are essential tools for efficient donor acquisition campaigns, allowing you to prevent vendors from targeting people already in your database when conducting mail or email acquisition efforts. These files contain identifying information about your existing contacts that vendors can use to remove matching records from their prospecting lists. The system automatically includes contacts who were deleted in the past 12 months (except for merged records) and can also incorporate deceased contacts and those marked as "Do Not Mail" if you choose. You can customize your export format based on vendor requirements, with options for Excel or tab-delimited files and security features like email hashing. The process creates standardized files that include unique identifiers for each contact name and address combination, ensuring comprehensive suppression across your acquisition campaigns.
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Read more about:
- How do I create an Eliminator File?
- How do I export an Eliminator File?
- How do I transmit an Eliminator File to my vendor?
- How do I troubleshoot Eliminator File issues?
Tracking your Success
While the article doesn't specifically mention tracking features for Eliminator Files, the effective use of these files contributes to more efficient acquisition campaigns by preventing duplicate outreach to existing supporters. After your acquisition effort is complete, you can use Finder Files provided by your vendor to easily add new contacts to your database, completing the acquisition cycle.
Transition Statement
Explore the articles below to learn about the step-by-step process of creating, exporting, and sharing Eliminator Files with your vendors to optimize your acquisition campaigns.