Introduction: In this brief video, Tony Hallewitsch demonstrates how to access your Act Marketing Automation account. He provides two methods to access the platform, one through the desktop version of Act and the other via the web-based version. Tony emphasizes the ease of using the web version and suggests using it as a primary means of accessing Act Marketing Automation. He briefly touches on accessing Act in the cloud or on the desktop, and concludes with a quick reminder to make the most of the marketing automation tool.

1. Accessing Act Marketing Automation from Desktop Version:

• Tony shows the desktop version of Act and points out the navigation bar at the bottom, where you can find “Marketing Automation.”
• He clicks on the “Marketing Automation” option to demonstrate accessing Act Marketing Automation from the desktop version.

2. Accessing Act Marketing Automation from Web Version:

• Tony then navigates to the web version of Act and points out the “Marketing Automation” option on the navigation bar.
• He clicks on the “Marketing Automation” option again, demonstrating how to access the tool from the web version.

3. Web-Based Convenience:

• Tony shares that although he showed both methods, his preferred approach is accessing Act Marketing Automation directly through the web version, as it is more straightforward and efficient.
• He explains that even if you have Act installed on your desktop, accessing the marketing automation tool through the web is like working on a web page and often resolves any potential issues.

4. Act in the Cloud:

• Tony mentions that if you have Act in the cloud, you can directly go to your web version of Act to access Act Marketing Automation without any additional steps.

5. Act on the Desktop:

• Tony briefly touches on accessing Act on the desktop, but indicates he will provide more information in another tutorial.

Conclusion: Tony Hallewitsch provides a quick overview of accessing Act Marketing Automation, showcasing both the desktop and web versions. He recommends using the web version as the primary means of accessing the tool for a more seamless experience. Tony concludes by encouraging viewers to make the most of Act Marketing Automation and hints at providing more insights in future tutorials.