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22%

22% -- open rate for email sequences (control) (2026)

2026  · SendroAI

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What is the open rate for email sequences (control)?

The open rate for email sequences (control) is 22% as of 2026 according to SendroAI. This figure is the primary benchmark in the Lighthouse dataset for this segment. Individual results vary by region, channel mix, and audience quality.

What is a good open rate benchmark for email sequences (control)?

A strong open rate benchmark for email sequences (control) is 22%, using the current serving value as of 2026. This is one serving-eligible observation, not a distribution median; top-quartile comparisons require the underlying distribution. Vertical, audience size, and campaign type all shift what 'good' means.

How does email sequences (control) open rate compare to the industry average?

The published open rate serving value for email sequences (control) is 22% as of 2026. Individual sectors and audiences may differ substantially; this single observation does not establish an aggregate mean. Quartile comparisons require the underlying distribution, which is not implied by this record.

What factors affect open rate for email sequences (control)?

Primary drivers of open rate variation for email sequences (control) include audience segmentation, timing, and channel selection. Methodology documents campaign factors, but this serving record does not quantify the effect of personalization. The current serving value is 22% as of 2026.

What open rate should I aim for as a email marketer in 2026?

For a email marketer, the published open rate serving value is 22%; it is an evidence-grade reference, not a personalized target as of 2026. Any performance goal should account for channel mix and audience. Review the methodology before operational decisions; a gap from this serving value does not by itself indicate a structural issue.

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22%
Unit
Percentage
Data Vintage
2026
Entity
email sequences (control)
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Independence
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Methodology
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https://sendro.ai/guides/cold-outreach-sequences/ab-testing-sequences ↗
Confidence: 53/100 Vintage: 2026 Channel: Deep Crawl
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email sequences (control): 22% open rate. Source: SendroAI (2026). Via Lighthouse Intelligence -- https://lighthousedata.io/data/ab-testing-email-sequences-open-rates-control
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