Automated referral reward system with email verification and visual coupons

🎁 Verified Referral Reward Notification Workflow Overview Transform your referral program into a fully automated, fraud-resistant system that delivers professional rewards to verified referrers. This workflow combines email validation, dynamic coupon generation with visual design, automated email delivery, and comprehensive tracking—all without manual intervention. What This Workflow Does 1. Receives Referral Submissions - Accepts form submissions via webhook (compatible with Jotform, Typeform, Google Forms, or any webhook-enabled form) - Captures referrer details, email, referred friend, and campaign information 2. Validates Email Addresses - Prevents fraud and abuse by verifying email authenticity using VerifiEmail API - Checks for disposable emails, invalid formats, and non-existent addresses - Ensures high deliverability rates for reward emails 3. Generates Personalized Coupon Cards - Creates unique coupon codes with smart formatting (e.g., REF-JOHN1234) - Designs beautiful HTML/CSS coupon cards with gradient backgrounds and professional styling - Converts HTML to high-quality PNG images using HTMLCSStoImage API 4. Sends Professional Reward Emails - Delivers branded thank-you emails with embedded coupon images - Includes both visual coupon card and text-based coupon code - Personalized with referrer's name and campaign details 5. Tracks Everything in Google Sheets - Logs successful rewards with timestamps, coupon codes, and image URLs - Records failed verifications for analysis and optimization - Provides audit trail and performance metrics 6. Handles Invalid Submissions Gracefully - Sends polite notification emails for failed verifications - Explains possible reasons (typos, disposable emails, invalid formats) - Encourages users to correct and resubmit Perfect For - E-commerce stores running referral programs - SaaS companies with customer referral incentives - Marketing agencies managing client referral campaigns - Any business wanting to automate reward distribution - Companies needing fraud prevention in their referral systems Key Benefits ✅ Fraud Prevention - Email verification stops fake submissions ✅ Professional Branding - Beautiful, customizable coupon designs ✅ Full Automation - Zero manual work after setup ✅ Complete Tracking - Every submission logged with full details ✅ High Deliverability - Only sends to verified, valid emails ✅ Scalable - Handles unlimited submissions automatically ✅ Analytics Ready - Google Sheets data ready for reporting and dashboards Technical Highlights - Conditional logic for valid/invalid email paths - Dynamic HTML generation with inline CSS - Image rendering for visual coupons - Error handling and graceful degradation - Comprehensive logging for both success and failure paths Use Cases 1. Referral Marketing Programs - Reward customers for bringing friends 2. Ambassador Programs - Incentivize brand advocates 3. Holiday Campaigns - Run seasonal referral promotions 4. Growth Marketing - Scale word-of-mouth acquisition 5. Partner Programs - Automate partner referral rewards --- Required Services & APIs Free Tier Available: - VerifiEmail - Email verification - HTMLCSStoImage - HTML to image conversion Google Services (Free): - Gmail - Email sending via OAuth - Google Sheets - Data tracking and logging Form Options (Any webhook-enabled service): - Jotform - Typeform - Google Forms (via extensions) - Tally - Any custom form with webhook support --- Setup Time ⏱️ 15-20 minutes (including credential setup and testing) --- Skill Level 🎯 Beginner-Friendly - Detailed documentation and sticky notes guide you through every step --- What You'll Need Before Starting 1. Gmail account with 2FA enabled 2. Google Sheet for tracking (template provided in documentation) 3. VerifiEmail API key (free signup) 4. HTMLCSStoImage API key (free signup) 5. Form platform with webhook capability --- Customization Options - Modify coupon discount percentage - Change HTML/CSS design and branding - Customize email te