Convert an existing multi-language email template back to a standard single-language email when you need to repurpose content for different campaigns or audiences.
Important Reminders
⚠️ This action is permanent. Once you confirm, there is no undo option.
⚠️ Save translations externally if you think you might need them again.
⚠️ Test thoroughly after conversion to ensure your single-language email displays correctly.
How to Convert a Multi-Language Email
- In your email library, click Actions beside your multi-language email
- Click Edit Settings
- Toggle OFF the Multi-language email setting
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A confirmation modal will appear with this warning:
"This action will permanently delete all translations and cannot be undone. Do you want to continue?"
- Click Remove Translations to proceed with the conversion
- Click Save changes
What Happens Next
Content that remains:
- Everything from your primary language version
- Email structure and layout
- Images and links
- Any surveys or RSVP events
Content that is deleted:
- All secondary language translations
- Translated button labels
- Translated alt text
- Any language-specific variations
- The language drop-down menu in the Email Builder is no longer visible
Use Cases
When to convert a multi-language email to single language:
- Repurposing a multi-language template for a single-market campaign
- Simplifying a template that no longer needs multiple languages
- Creating a base template from an existing multi-language email
- Streamlining template management by reducing complexity
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this affect emails I've already sent?
No. This only affects the template. Previously sent emails remain unchanged.
Can I convert it back to multi-language later?
Yes, you can re-enable multi-language mode, but you'll need to add all translations again from scratch.
Will this affect other templates?
No. This only affects the specific email template you're converting.