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Intro to NationBuilder

Intro to NationBuilder

New to NationBuilder? Start here to learn the basics of the NationBuilder platform and set yourself up for success!

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Step 1: Log in and set up

Log in to your nation and navigate your control panel

Confirm nation contact information

Nation settings vs. site settings

Distribute leadership with permission settings

Step 2: Customize your website

Website section quick-start guide

NationBuilder stock theme guidelines

Configure your site settings

Connect a custom domain

Create and edit webpages

Setting up action pages for success: automating tags, paths, and more!

Add a payment processor

Create a donation page

Step 3: Add people and build relationships

People section quick-start guide

Create, edit, or delete a permission set

Create a tag library

Manage control panel users

How to target people

Step 4: Engage your community

Communication section quick-start guide

Set up your broadcaster

Connect an email address to a broadcaster

Sending a targeted email

Create an email blast

Email your supporters

Understand the results of your email blast

Step 5: Track your donations and progress

Finances section quick-start guide

Set up NationBuilder Payments

Import donations

Understanding tracking codes

Track your email engagement

View finance information

Quick start guides

Guide: Build your campaign

Guide: Nonprofit

Guide: Advocacy

API Authentication Quick Start guide