simpleContact Pro is now in beta

I’m pleased to announce that simpleContact Pro is nearing release!

I issued a beta version this morning to a group of volunteers. I am very grateful that these people, several of whom I am fortunate enough to have worked with and call friends, are willing to give their time to help me deliver a great product.

I’ve also enlisted the help of some smart people that I’ve met on my internet travels: simpleContact users, designers, developers, bloggers and marketeers. I look forward to receiving everyone’s feedback.

Key features of simpleContact Pro

Automagical installation – enter your database info and upload
One-click upgrade for simpleContact users transfers settings and data
Smart default settings to save you time
Browser-based admin with messages inbox
New form builder which supports custom fields
Client-side and server-side form validation
Multiple email recipients
Email autoresponder with personalisation
Single or double opt-in mailing list
CSV mailing list export, ready to use with mailers like Campaign Monitor
Built with web standards and integrates easily with your website

simpleContact Pro will be a commercial product, with a price of $25. The free version will be rebranded simpleContact Lite, and maintained alongside it.

The test period closes at the end of September. I am aiming for an October release.

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