Admittedly, March is a bit later than I had anticipated for this post. However, after receiving several queries regarding undelivered emails, it’s clear a discussion on the new email policy is necessary. Many of you, especially those unfamiliar with the intricacies of email marketing, might find this recent change by email giants Gmail and Yahoo somewhat perplexing. Fear not, for this post aims to demystify these updates in a non-technical manner, ensuring you’re well-equipped to navigate these changes without missing a beat in your email communications.
The reason lies in new requirements set by email service providers, specifically Gmail and Yahoo. They’re introducing stricter protocols to combat spam and enhance email security. This means that if you’re sending out newsletters or bulk emails to more than 5,000 recipients for Gmail and Yahoo just state “an email sender sending a significant volume of mail. We will not specify a volume threshold.“, there are now additional hoops to jump through. The goal is to verify that you are, indeed, a legitimate sender and not a source of spam. This involves technical setups like SPF (Sender Policy Framework), DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail), and DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance). In plain English, these are just methods to prove that the email you’re sending is coming from your claimed domain and hasn’t been tampered with along the way.
Why does this matter to you? Well, without compliance with these new rules, there’s a good chance your emails might not reach your intended audience, impacting your business communication and marketing efforts. It’s crucial, now more than ever, to ensure your email setup is in line with these requirements to maintain your email deliverability rates.
For those feeling overwhelmed by the technicalities, this is where services like mine come into play. My role is to navigate these technical waters for you, ensuring your email campaigns continue to reach your audience without a hitch. By ensuring your email setup adheres to these new standards, we can not only improve your email deliverability but also bolster your reputation as a credible sender.
While these changes might seem daunting at first glance, they’re ultimately designed to create a safer, spam-free email environment for everyone. Embracing these changes, with the right help, can ensure your email marketing efforts continue to thrive. Whether you’re looking to adjust your existing email strategy or starting fresh, understanding and implementing these new requirements is key to maintaining effective communication with your audience.