How to Increase Email Click-Through Rates Using Brand Featured PR

Written by
Roopesh Patel
Published on
April 18, 2025

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Turn Media Credibility Into Email Engagement

Getting people to open your emails is one thing.

Getting them to click? That’s the real challenge.

Inboxes are crowded, attention spans are short, and if your emails don’t build trust fast—you’re getting skipped.

That’s where press coverage comes in.

If you’ve been wondering how to increase email click through rate without changing your entire funnel, the answer might be media credibility.

By integrating media mentions into your email strategy, you can instantly elevate trust, strengthen your calls-to-action, and give subscribers a compelling reason to engage.

Here’s how to increase email click-through rates using the power of Brand Featured PR.

1. Add “As Seen On” Logos to Your Email Banner

The first thing readers see sets the tone.

Include a simple "As Featured On" banner at the top of your email with media logos (NBC, FOX, AP, etc.).

It builds instant trust and signals your brand is credible—before they even read a word.

This tiny trust signal can significantly improve click-through behavior.

2. Mention Press Features in the Callout or Hook

Whether it’s your intro paragraph or a sidebar quote, referencing your media coverage early creates intrigue.

Try phrases like “After being featured in Yahoo Finance…” or “As seen on CBS News…” to set up authority before delivering your main pitch.

It gives people a reason to keep reading.

3. Link to the Actual Press Feature

Don’t just mention it—link to it.

Sharing a link to your press release or article adds third-party validation and gives curious readers something to explore.

It also helps reinforce your credibility beyond the email and increases time spent with your brand.

4. Use Press Mentions as Social Proof in Testimonials

Turn snippets from your article into mini-testimonials.

For example: “According to AP News, [your brand] is changing the way [your audience] thinks about [your solution].”

It feels less promotional and more like storytelling—perfect for nurture sequences.

5. Add a CTA Tied to Your Media Feature

Pair your call-to-action with a mention of your coverage.

Example: “We were just featured in Digital Journal—see why everyone’s talking about [your offer].”

This combination of buzz and urgency gives people a reason to click now, not later.

Why This Matters for Your Brand

Email marketing is still one of the highest-ROI channels, but only if your emails actually get clicks.

With Brand Featured, you can elevate your entire email funnel by integrating earned media that builds trust, boosts click-through rates, and reinforces your authority.

📢 Ready to improve your email engagement with real media coverage?

Get featured today or contact us to learn how.

You can also visit our FAQ page for more.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can adding press logos to my email really increase clicks?
Yes. It builds instant credibility and encourages readers to trust and explore your offer.

2. Should I link to the actual media article in the email?
Absolutely. Linking adds validation and gives readers another reason to engage.

3. What kind of email should I include PR mentions in?
Any email—welcome series, newsletters, promos, and re-engagement flows. They all benefit from added trust.

4. Can this work for small businesses too?
Yes. In fact, for lesser-known brands, PR helps level the playing field by building trust faster.

5. How does Brand Featured support email marketing goals?
We help you get featured on top media sites so you can use that authority to improve open rates, clicks, and conversions in your emails.