{"id":13180,"date":"2024-08-30T09:18:20","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T09:18:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.picreel.com\/blog\/?p=13180"},"modified":"2025-02-13T06:24:18","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T06:24:18","slug":"sitecore-popup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.picreel.com\/blog\/sitecore-popup\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Popup in Sitecore?"},"content":{"rendered":"

I have been using Sitecore for a while and deployed it for many of my marketing strategies. Its robust features and seamless integrations have made it a cornerstone of my digital strategy.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve heard that popups can help grow your email list and improve click-through rates (CTRs).<\/p>\n

I also found that Sitecore also offers popups! There are two ways to create a Sitecore popup:\u00a0using Sitecore’s built-in tools and a dedicated popup tool like Picreel<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0We’ll also discuss the differences between Sitecore’s popup builder and Picreel as a standardized popup tool.<\/p>\n

In fact, here\u2019s how my Picreel popup looks within Sitecore:<\/p>\n

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Before we get into that, here\u2019s the difference between using Sitecore\u2019s own popup vs. a standardized popup tool.<\/p>\n

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Criteria<\/th>Sitecore Popup<\/th>Picreel Popup<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Multi-platform support<\/td>\u274c Limited to use within the Sitecore ecosystem, suitable for users committed to the Sitecore platform.<\/td>\u2705 Compatible with various website platforms, making it ideal for users who manage multiple sites or plan to switch platforms in the future.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
More features<\/td>\u274c Provides basic features for creating and deploying popups, focusing on essential functions.<\/td>\u2705 Offers a comprehensive set of advanced features, including A\/B testing, detailed analytics, and personalization options.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Better customization options<\/td>\u2705 Basic customization options, allowing for simple changes to popup design and content.<\/td>\u2705 Extensive customization capabilities, enabling users to tailor popups to match their branding and specific needs fully.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Integrates with various platforms<\/td>\u274c Primarily integrates seamlessly within the Sitecore environment.<\/td>\u2705 Integrates effortlessly with a wide range of website platforms and marketing tools, providing greater flexibility and scalability.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Advanced targeting options<\/td>\u274c Limited targeting options, sufficient for basic user engagement.<\/td>\u2705 Advanced targeting and segmentation features, allowing for precise audience targeting based on behavior, demographics, and more.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<\/div>\n

Based on my experience, I recommend using Picreel for the following reasons:<\/p>\n