MailChimp Newsletter Sidebox

swguy:

Update just posted:
Fixes bug in API integration; adds instructions for changing Zen Cart newsletter page; moves log to logs folder; removes double opt in.

from the latest code:

 function mailchimp_add($email) {
    $mailchimp = new MailChimp(BOX_MAILCHIMP_NEWSLETTER_API_KEY);
    $reply = $mailchimp->list_add_subscriber([
       'id_list' => BOX_MAILCHIMP_NEWSLETTER_ID,
       'email' => $email,
       'status' => 'pending'
    ]);

not sure how that removes the double opt-in, as still in a pending status v subscribed status.

few things:

• this is a nicely done integration. @swguy install instructions on his website are a tad clearer. (https://www.thatsoftwareguy.com/zencart_mailchimp.html#installation)
• correct me if i'm wrong, but it also seems that with an observer, one could eliminate the need to modify core code; except for includes/modules/pages/account_newsletters/header_php.php. that notifier for NOTIFY_HEADER_ACCOUNT_NEWSLETTER_UPDATED seems like it would need the email address. not really sure how that notifier would work with only having a boolean...
• while i am not a fan, one could add another(!) config to indicate whether one wanted customers to double opt-in or be immediately subscribed.

carlwhat:

from the latest code:

function mailchimp_add($email) {
$mailchimp = new MailChimp(BOX_MAILCHIMP_NEWSLETTER_API_KEY);
$reply = $mailchimp->list_add_subscriber([
'id_list' => BOX_MAILCHIMP_NEWSLETTER_ID,
'email' => $email,
'status' => 'pending'
]);

> 
> not sure how that removes the double opt-in, as still in a pending status v subscribed status.

ok, dig in...  and you find this:

```php
    public function list_add_subscriber(Array $options)
    {
        // Check required params
        if ( ! isset($options['id_list']) OR ! isset($options['email']))
        {
            throw new MailChimpException('Parameters not set on '.__METHOD__);
        }

        $endpoint = '/lists/' . $options['id_list'] . '/members/';
        $payload = [
            'email_address' => $options['email'],
            'status' => 'subscribed', 
            // 'status' => isset($options['status']) ? $options['status'] : 'pending',
        ];

so the double opt-in is removed. not really sure why it would be done here as opposed to the original call to mailchimp_add.

For those concerned about the upcoming MailChimp API deprecation: if you upgrade your version of my MailChimp integration, you have nothing to worry about; the latest version uses MailChimp 3.0.

Is it compatible with ZC 1.5.6?

Yes. All my mods now work with 1.5.6.

In Europe to comply with GDPR a tick box is now necessary for the use to tick to confirm they want to subscribe so an extra field is required.

In above posts it states extra coding can to added to include any aditional fields but I haven't a clue how to do this.
Has anyone achieved this which is necessary if you have any viewers in the EC.

Thank you.

Trevor

To my knowledge there are no specific requirements for a tick box. Mailchimp does have GDPR fields and there's more information here: https://mailchimp.com/help/collect-consent-with-gdpr-forms/ It specifically states that Mailchimp Subscribe is not compatible with GDPR fields and Certain styles of pop-up forms are not compatible with GDPR fields. In other words, these issues lie in mailchimp, not in a sidebox designed to their specs.

My stuff still uses the double opt-in (IIRC) so you get the confirmation of subscribe you are looking for. It's hard for me to believe you have to enter your email and check a box.

This is what is required to comply with GDPR.

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Ok, here's the thing: you can add a checkbox to the form if you want.

I just don't think you need it. It's a double opt-in system. They get an email saying "Are you sure you want this?" that they have to click a button on.

If you want to hire someone to add a checkbox to the form, go to the commercial help wanted forum at the bottom of this page.

swguy:

Ok, here's the thing: you can add a checkbox to the form if you want.

I just don't think you need it. It's a double opt-in system. They get an email saying "Are you sure you want this?" that they have to click a button on.

If you want to hire someone to add a checkbox to the form, go to the commercial help wanted forum at the bottom of this page.

Thank you for that. I am happy to use your Add On but what I am trying to say is the Mailchimp Code Above includes the tick box as shown but if I use the code then with your Add O which doesnt have a tick box will this cause problems ?

Oh OK I get it now.
You went to mailchimp and their form generator has changed to include the checkbox.

You can use their form instead and integrate it yourself if you want to.

Hello!

I am having issues with the newsletter side box appearing on the top of the mobile version of my website https://www.oldpatterns.com ever since I downloaded the mod. The newsletter sidebox is appearing on all pages other than my main page (side boxes are not set to display on that site) and I would like it to only appear in the slideout. I am using the default responsive classic template, Zen Cart version 1.5.7b, and PHP 7.3.25.

I followed all of the instructions on the readme for installation, and it is working properly on the computer version of my site. I wasn't able to find another solution, so help would be appreciated!

I love your site! It reminds me of the patterns my mom used to have around the house when I was a kid. LOL.

OK here's how to solve your problem:
edit includes/templates/responsive_classic/css/responsive_default.css

where it says

div#documentcategories {display:none;visibility:hidden;}

add below that

div#mailchimpsidebox {display:none;visibility:hidden;}

(you have to do this twice because there's a portrait block and a landscape block.)

div#documentcategories {display:none;visibility:hidden;}

add below that

div#mailchimpsidebox {display:none;visibility:hidden;}

(you have to do this twice because there's a portrait block and a landscape block.)[/QUOTE]

Thank you! I am glad you enjoy the site too! I have edited this file with the above quote twice and unfortunately it still is showing even after refreshing and clearing my cache etc. Any other help advice would be appreciated!

same change but in

includes/templates/responsive_classic/css/responsive_tablet.css

(2 places again).

In includes/templates/responsive_classic/jscript/jscript_responsive_framework.php under lines 35 and 82, copy the line for documentcategories and change that to mailchimpsidebox.

Beautiful it works now! Thank you so much for your help and prompt responses!

When will this mod be updated to work with 1.5.7b? Does anyone have it currently working with this version of ZC?

Should be fine with 1.5.7b.

swguy:

Should be fine with 1.5.7b.

Excellent - I'll install and report back.