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Login Sign up Short email template: Switching existing customers to Direct Debit Written by GoCardless The GoCardless content team comprises a group of subject-matter experts in multiple fields from across GoCardless.
The authors and reviewers work in the sales, marketing, legal, and finance departments. All have in-depth knowledge and experience in various aspects of payment scheme technology and the operating rules applicable to each.
The team holds expertise in the well-established payment schemes such as UK Direct Debit, the European SEPA scheme, and the US ACH scheme, as well as in schemes operating in Scandinavia, Australia, and New Zealand. See full bio Last editedMay 2023
Switching customers to Direct Debit Email templates: Onboarding new customers Email templates: Switching existing customers to Direct Debit Email templates: Payment follow-up emailsConvincing existing customers to switch to Direct Debit - Short template Subject line: Make your payments with us hassle-free
Body copy:
Hi [customer first name],
We are delighted to have you as our customer and want to make sure you get the best experience possible. We noticed that you normally pay with [credit/debit card/digital wallet/bank transfer], and we think that you could benefit from using a different payment method.
We would like to introduce you to our preferred payment option - Direct Debit, which you can trust to make transactions with us quickly and safely.
Security made easy: Keep your payments safe with BECS Direct Debit protection.
Worry-free payments: Automate your payments and never worry about manually sending a payment.
Bank accounts never expire: Keep your information up-to-date and your payments running smoothly.
Stay in control: Get notifications and cancel any time - you're in charge!
Set up your Direct Debit payments now and never worry about payments again:
Step 1: Follow this link to set up your Direct Debit Request [Insert Direct Debit Request link]
Step 2: Provide your bank account number and BSB number
Step 3: All done, your payments will be taken automatically
You will be notified by our Direct Debit provider, GoCardless, a minimum of 3 days prior to the payment being deducted from your account.
Thanks again for your support.
Kind regards,
[Company representative]
[Company name]
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