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Open Rates Lie: What Email Metrics Actually Tell You About Buyer Intent

Dec 16, 2025

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Open Rates Lie: What Email Metrics Actually Tell You About Buyer Intent

Open rates feel reassuring but often mislead. The metrics that matter are the ones that reveal real person behaviour and intent to buy - not just the tech click that privacy features weaponize. Let’s break down what actually tells you who’s thinking about buying.

Malene Jorgensen
Malene Jorgensen

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