{"id":56005,"date":"2024-04-23T13:36:03","date_gmt":"2024-04-23T13:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/?p=56005"},"modified":"2026-05-28T06:54:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T06:54:34","slug":"email-laws-and-regulations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/","title":{"rendered":"Emailing with Ease: How to Comply with Email Laws and Win Customers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Email laws and regulations can be tricky for a small business owner. After all, there are so many, and they keep changing from region to region!<\/p>\n<p>Email marketing brings back a <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">zesty<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> return on investment.<\/span> But to enjoy it, you <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">must learn how to do it right without upsetting potential customers or breaking any email marketing regulations. And we are here to help you do that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In this blog post, we&#8217;ll explain all you need to know about email laws and ensure you are sending emails the right (read: legal) way.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/#Why_Is_Email_Compliance_Needed\" >Why&nbsp;Is&nbsp;Email&nbsp;Compliance&nbsp;Needed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/#Understanding_Consent_in_Email_Marketing\" >Understanding Consent in Email Marketing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/#Key_Email_Laws_Worldwide\" >Key Email Laws Worldwide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/#Managing_Email_Lists_Ethically_and_Legally\" >Managing Email Lists Ethically and Legally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-laws-and-regulations\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Email_Compliance_Needed\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong><span class=\"word\" aria-describedby=\"tippy-17\">W<span class=\"changedDisabled\">h<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">y<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"word\">I<span class=\"changedDisabled\">s<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"word\">E<span class=\"changedDisabled\">m<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">a<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">i<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">l<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"word\">C<span class=\"changedDisabled\">o<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">m<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">p<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">l<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">i<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">a<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">n<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">c<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">e<\/span><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"word\">N<span class=\"changedDisabled\">e<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">e<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">d<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">e<\/span><span class=\"changedDisabled\">d<\/span><\/span>?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email compliance is a set of best practices to ensure your email campaigns are legal, ethical, and effective.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Compliance regulations change depending on the recipients&#8217; location. Some of the most important ones are the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography And Marketing (<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/business-guidance\/resources\/can-spam-act-compliance-guide-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CAN-SPAM Act<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">) in the US<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the General Data Protection Regulation (<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gdpr-info.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GDPR<\/span><\/a><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">)<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;in the European Union<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and Canada&#8217;s Anti-Spam Legislation (<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/crtc.gc.ca\/eng\/internet\/anti.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CASL laws<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">) in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Following email compliance laws keeps you out of<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/intro-to-email-deliverability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;the dreaded spam folder<\/span><\/a>,<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;but that might be the least of your worries. Offenders can also be charged<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.emailoctopus.com\/email-marketing-fines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;hefty penalties<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Non-compliance can also lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Loss of customer trust<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Damaged&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/blog\/brand-reputation#:~:text=Brand%20reputation%20is%20the%20overall,customer%20loyalty%20and%20investor%20confidence.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">brand reputation<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Damaged&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/sender-reputation-email-deliverability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">sender reputation<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reduced&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/bounce-rates-email-deliverability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">email deliverability rates<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Being blocked by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-providers\/\">email providers<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Wasted time and resources<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>Building trust through email marketing compliance<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You should understand that compliance laws exist to protect consumers&#8217; privacy and sensitive data. These laws also save them from internet scams like phishing, spoofing, and identity theft.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Think of email marketing as using emails to build your<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.campaignmonitor.com\/blog\/email-marketing\/why-and-how-you-should-build-customer-relationships-via-email\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;customer relationships<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Every successful business relationship is built on trust and respect. Compliance ensures that you\u2019re approaching your customers the right way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Imagine yourself in a business interaction. You wouldn&#8217;t barge unannounced into a client&#8217;s personal space and start pitching your best deals, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintain a similar level of professionalism in your marketing emails as you would in a face-to-face business interaction.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The secret sauce of effective <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/email-marketing\">email marketing<\/a> is to make your emails feel like welcomed conversations.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Be respectful and introduce yourself, get the customer\u2019s consent before sending them any email, and give them a clear option to walk away (i.e., unsubscribe) if they are not interested.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n            <script>\r\n                var EhAPI = EhAPI || {}; \r\n                EhAPI.after_load = function() {\r\n                    EhAPI.set_account('ktb76s1540fl2hnhbqnrtd2npb', 'our');\r\n                    EhAPI.execute('rules');\r\n                };\r\n                (function(d, s, f) {\r\n                    var sc = document.createElement(s);\r\n                    sc.type = 'text\/javascript';\r\n                    sc.async = true;\r\n                    sc.src = f;\r\n                    var m = document.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\r\n                    m.parentNode.insertBefore(sc, m);   \r\n                })(document, 'script', '\/\/d2p078bqz5urf7.cloudfront.net\/jsapi\/ehform.js');\r\n            <\/script>\r\n            <script>\r\n                function waitForEhForms() {\r\n                    const interval = 100; \/\/ Check every 100ms\r\n                    const checkAndLoad = () => {\r\n                        const params = new URLSearchParams(window.location.search);\r\n                        const elementorPreviewParam = params.get('elementor-preview');\r\n                        if (elementorPreviewParam && typeof EhForms !== 'undefined' && typeof EhForms.loadForms === 'function') {\r\n                            EhForms.loadForms();\r\n                            console.log('EhForms.loadForms() called successfully.');\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            setTimeout(checkAndLoad, interval);\r\n                        }\r\n                    };\r\n                    checkAndLoad();\r\n                }\r\n                \/\/ Call the function\r\n                waitForEhForms();\r\n            <\/script>\r\n        <div class='engage-hub-form-embed' id='eh_form_5161654467690496' data-id='5161654467690496'><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Consent_in_Email_Marketing\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Understanding Consent in Email Marketing<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You might have heard that content is king, but have you heard about<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/usercentrics.com\/knowledge-hub\/consent-based-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;consent<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consent is equally important in marketing strategies that deliver content straight to your customer\u2019s inbox.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Before diving into specific email compliance laws, let&#8217;s explore the different types of consent and why they matter for your email marketing efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>Explicit vs implicit consent: Understanding the difference<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When it comes to email marketing, there are two main types of consent that you should know about.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Explicit consent <\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is the gold standard for email marketing compliance. Explicit consent allows potential customers to actively choose if they wish to receive your emails.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can gain explicit consent by providing a check box, a confirmation link, or any other method that lets them know what they are signing up for.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Implied consent<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is a less reliable and assumed form of consent. You can assume someone might be okay with receiving commercial emails because they bought something from your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So even if the recipient didn\u2019t explicitly agree to receive the mail, they can receive it because they engaged with your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>Why explicit consent matters for email marketers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In today&#8217;s regulatory environment, obtaining explicit consent is the safer course of action for email marketing. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s why.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Compliance<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Many regulations, like GDPR and CASL, require explicit opt-in consent. Sticking to this approach ensures you&#8217;re on the right side of the law and avoid<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.emailoctopus.com\/email-marketing-fines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;potential fines.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Engagement<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Focus on getting people to explicitly opt into your content. This way, you&#8217;ll reach a more engaged audience, leading to better campaign results!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Trust building<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Asking for permission shows you respect your audience&#8217;s time and privacy. This can foster trust and strengthen your brand reputation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>Moving beyond the checkbox: Building a culture of consent<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Building a foundation of consent-based marketing will ensure that your marketing emails are effective and welcomed by your subscribers, not seen as unwanted spam. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s how to cultivate a strong culture of consent with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-marketing-inbound-strategy\/\">email marketing strategy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Be transparent<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Explain to your customers what they will receive by signing up and how often. Don&#8217;t mislead them about the content or frequency of your marketing emails.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Offer value propositions<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Give your potential customers a reason to subscribe. Incentivize opt-ins with valuable content, exclusive deals, or industry insights relevant to their interests.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use double opt-in for confirmation<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> This verification step ensures someone truly wants your emails and reduces the risk of fake sign-ups.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Don&#8217;t hide the unsubscribe options<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Include a prominent link in every email to make it easy for people to unsubscribe. Respect their right to control their inboxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remember<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, consent is an ongoing process, not a one-time transaction. By prioritizing explicit consent, building trust, and offering valuable content, you can ensure your email marketing strategy prospers in today&#8217;s compliance-driven landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/intro-to-email-deliverability\/\">Read also: Avoiding the Spam Folder: An Intro to Email Deliverability<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Email_Laws_Worldwide\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Key Email Laws Worldwide<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now that you understand the importance of email compliance and consent, let\u2019s understand the laws that govern email marketing.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Email marketing laws change according to your audience&#8217;s location. So, you will need to update your email campaign accordingly to remain compliant.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yes, this means you will need to be aware of multiple email compliance laws, and we are here to help you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let\u2019s discuss some of these laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>CAN-SPAM<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We\u2019ll save you some trouble \u2014 CAN-SPAM does not mean you can spam; it\u2019s quite the opposite. It\u2019s the original <em>CanNOT SPAM<\/em> Act \ud83d\ude0f<\/span><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 355px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/fa043d08-1821-4a96-80ce-22e90cb679ef.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/fa043d08-1821-4a96-80ce-22e90cb679ef.png\" alt=\"CAN-SPAM Act for email compliance\" width=\"355\" height=\"355\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image courtesy: Riskwatch<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Terrible puns aside, the CAN-SPAM Act stands for \u201cThe&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">C<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ontrolling the&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ssault of&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">N<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">on-<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">S<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">olicited&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">P<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ornography&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">nd&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">M<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">arketing Act of 2003\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) passed this act in 2003, establishing the first national standards for sending commercial electronic messages in the United States.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">While it was not the first email compliance law, it was very influential in shaping subsequent laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The CAN-SPAM Act laid the groundwork for several compliance laws that have influenced other email regulations worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are some of its requirements.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Commercial email regulation<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The CAN-SPAM Act was among the first to target and regulate commercial emails specifically. By doing so, this act set a baseline for what is acceptable in email marketing.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Permission-based marketing (opt-out)<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Under the CAN-SPAM Act, you don&#8217;t need explicit permission from customers to send them commercial mail. Doing business with someone beforehand allows you to assume implied consent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, it emphasizes respecting the recipient\u2019s wishes within ten days if they no longer want to receive the emails. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The act clarifies that the opt-out process should be very simple and not bug the recipient with unnecessary steps.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Clear sender identification<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Some people might like mystery Santas, but let&#8217;s face it: nobody likes commercial mail from mystery senders. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The CAN-SPAM Act mandates that businesses must clearly and accurately identify themselves from the get-go.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your email address, header information, domain name, etc, must carry your or your business\u2019s name.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You must also mention your physical postal address so that the recipients know that your business is legitimate and know how to contact you if they want to.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Moreover, you should also clarify that the email is an advertisement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Note<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> These three rules (along with obtaining explicit consent before sending commercial emails) are considered a part of good email marketing hygiene. We advise you to follow these regardless of your business region.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Fines<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In August 2023, the Department of Justice filed&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/news-events\/news\/press-releases\/2023\/08\/ftc-charges-experian-spamming-consumers-who-signed-company-accounts-marketing-emails-they-couldnt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a complaint against Experian Consumer Services<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;on behalf of the FTC. The proposed order carried a penalty of $650,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why did this happen?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Because Experian didn&#8217;t offer its email recipients a way to opt out of its commercial emails, it clearly violated the CAN-SPAM Act. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, while CAN-SPAM might be considered one of the more lenient email compliance laws, that doesn&#8217;t mean you can take it lightly.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The FTC can impose fines of up to $51,744 for each email that doesn\u2019t comply with the act. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These per-email fines can quickly add up, like in the case of Experian, and frankly, it\u2019s easier to just follow these laws.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/mailer-daemon\/\">Read also: Understanding Mailer Daemon: How to Manage Bounce-Back Emails<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>GDPR&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56169\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56169\" style=\"width: 385px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final-300x212.jpeg\" alt=\"GDPR for email laws and regulations\" width=\"385\" height=\"272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final-300x212.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final-1024x724.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final-768x543.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final-150x106.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/gdpr-final.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56169\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image courtesy: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\">Pixabay<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The GDPR is a different beast altogether. It is much stricter and more comprehensive than CAN-SPAM.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GDPR stands for&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">G<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">eneral<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;D<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ata&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">P<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">rotection&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">R<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">egulation and has been effective since May 2018.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GDPR is a&nbsp;<\/span>privacy law<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> governing all platforms that collect personal data from European Union (EU) residents and the European Economic Area (EEA).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This personal data includes identifiable information such as name, phone number, location data, email address, IP address, etc. The GDPR also applies to sensitive personal data, such as information about health, political opinions, genetics, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unlike the CAN-SPAM Act, this law is not limited to email communications. It covers various electronic communication channels, including texts, messaging apps, and social media messages transferring personal data.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But that&#8217;s not all \u2013 websites, online forms, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/products\/crm\">CRM systems<\/a>, databases, mobile apps, and even wearables that collect personal information are also subject to the GDPR.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Moreover, while CAN-SPAM focuses primarily on preventing spam and deceptive email practices, GDPR takes a broader approach. It gives a lot of priority to data privacy, i.e., individual rights over their data and data protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For professionals working with digital platforms, taking a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknowledgeacademy.com\/courses\/gdpr-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">GDPR course<\/a> can be highly beneficial in understanding how to implement these regulations effectively.<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are the key things you need to know about GDPR&#8217;s features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Strong emphasis on consent<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GDPR requires explicit &#8220;opt-in&#8221; consent before you can collect or use anyone&#8217;s personal data, such as by adding them to your mailing list.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is a stricter approach than CAN-SPAM&#8217;s &#8220;opt-out&#8221; model, which allows you to use someone\u2019s email address to send commercial mail unless they opt out.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Under GDPR&#8217;s opt-in, the default is you cannot touch someone&#8217;s personal data or contact them until they clearly consent to it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Additionally, you must keep a record of acquired consent from your subscribers and produce it when required. This record could be a timestamped sign-up form, a confirmation email with a click-through link, or any other verifiable method.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Individual data rights<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The GDPR truly shines when it comes to giving individuals the right to access their data. As an email marketer, here are the data rights the GDPR provides to the citizens of the EU that you need to respect.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Access:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;EU subscribers can request a copy of their personal information you hold. This could include their email address, name, or any other information you collect during signup.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rectification: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If a subscriber finds any errors in their information (e.g., a misspelled name), they have the right to request that you correct it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Erasure\/&#8221;Right to be Forgotten&#8221;: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In certain situations, subscribers can request that you delete their data completely from your records. This could be if they unsubscribe or withdraw their consent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Data portability<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Subscribers also have the right to receive their data in a commonly used format. This right allows them to easily transfer their information to another service if they choose to do so.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Your responsibilities<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The GDPR considers you a<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gdpreu.org\/the-regulation\/key-concepts\/data-controllers-and-processors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;data controller<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;if you decide how you will use the email addresses you collect from the people in EU residents.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As a data controller, you have some important responsibilities, including safeguarding the data, reporting breaches, and maintaining a clear privacy policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Safeguarding data<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Safeguarding data: You\u2019re responsible for safeguarding the email addresses you collect. Use strong passwords, a reputable email marketing platform with security features, and consider using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scrut.io\/solutions\/gdpr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">GDPR compliance automation software<\/a> to streamline data protection tasks, maintain consent records, and ensure ongoing compliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Reporting breaches<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> In the case of any data breach, you are required to report to a<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/commission.europa.eu\/law\/law-topic\/data-protection\/reform\/what-are-data-protection-authorities-dpas_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Data Protection Authority (DPA) <\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">in your region. Depending on the situation, you might also be required to inform the individuals whose data was exposed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Privacy Policy<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Finally, you should have an easy-to-understand privacy policy that outlines how you collect, use, and store subscriber data. This transparency builds trust with your EU subscribers and informs them about their rights under GDPR.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Stakes are high<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In 2019, the Information Commissioner&#8217;s Office (ICO)&nbsp;<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dataguidance.com\/news\/uk-ico-fines-eldon-insurance-services-%C2%A360000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">fined Eldon Insurance Services \u00a360,000<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;for sending unsolicited marketing emails.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But the stakes can be much higher. Violating GDPR can result in fines of up to \u20ac20 million or 4% of your global annual revenue\u2014whichever is more. Small businesses or <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enzuzo.com\/blog\/gdpr-fines-for-individuals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">even individuals<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;aren&#8217;t exempt from these fines.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The takeaway is that respecting user consent and data rights is not optional under the GDPR. Ramp up your data protection practices to market successfully while staying compliant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check out the<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/gdprinfo.eu\/gdpr-checklist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">official GDPR checklist<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;for step-by-step guidance on achieving full compliance for your email marketing activities in the EU.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/spam-words-list\/\">Read also: All The Email Spam Words You Should Avoid: A 2024 List<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>CASL<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 362px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/c7e5a175-8f38-4f9c-b757-4549d1c09de2.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/images.surferseo.art\/c7e5a175-8f38-4f9c-b757-4549d1c09de2.png\" alt=\"CASL, Canada\" width=\"362\" height=\"241\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image courtesy:<a href=\"https:\/\/legendarygroup.co\/\"> legendarygroup.co<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let&#8217;s hop back to North America and discuss one last but equally important Anti-Spam law &#8212; <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">C<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">anada&#8217;s&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">nti-<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">S<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">pam&nbsp;<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">L<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">egislation (CASL), officially known as the Fighting Internet and Wireless Spam Act.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The CASL regulates how commercial electronic messages (CEMs) are sent in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Under CASL, CEMs include not just emails but also texts and direct messages sent for commercial purposes (like marketing messages), much like the GDPR&#8217;s broad definition of electronic communications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CASL shares similarities with both the CAN-SPAM Act and the GDPR regarding email marketing communications. Let\u2019s quickly discuss some of its requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Consent requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Like the GDPR, CASL demands express consent from recipients before sending CEMs. This requirement is stricter than CAN-SPAM&#8217;s opt-out approach.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Identification<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Akin to CAN-SPAM&#8217;s requirements, you must maintain transparency under CASL. All your CEMs must clearly identify you and provide full contact information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Unsubscribe mechanism<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consistent with CAN-SPAM and the GDPR&#8217;s data subject rights, CASL mandates you to include a clear and prominent way for your email recipients to unsubscribe or opt out of future CEMs. So, you must honor opt-out requests promptly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Subject line transparency<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mirroring CAN-SPAM&#8217;s provisions against deceptive subject lines, CASL prohibits misleading or false subject lines that don&#8217;t match the email content.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Evidence of consent<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Just like the GDPR, the burden of proof rests on you, the sender, under CASL. When required, you will need to demonstrate that you obtained express consent properly before sending a CEM.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Penalties<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In 2015, Plentyoffish Media Inc., the company behind the online dating website PlentyofFish.com,<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cbc.ca\/news\/science\/plenty-of-fish-dating-site-fined-under-anti-spam-law-1.3010560\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;was fined $48,000<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;for not including an easy-to-use unsubscribe mechanism in its emails.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This company got off easy as violating CASL can trigger financial penalties of up to $1 million for individuals and $10 million for corporations per violation.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are several more compliance laws you might need; here<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/threeheartsdigital\/email-marketing-regulations?tab=readme-ov-file\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;is a list<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;of them.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/spam-filters-email-deliverability\/\">Read also: How To Avoid Spam Filters For Better Email Deliverability<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Managing_Email_Lists_Ethically_and_Legally\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Managing Email Lists Ethically and Legally<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Now that we&#8217;ve explored the legalities of email marketing, let&#8217;s dive into the heart of it all: building and<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-list-quality-email-deliverability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;managing email lists<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. A healthy, compliant list is the foundation for successful campaigns and staying on the right side of regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are some key strategies that help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>1. Prioritize explicit consent&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Remember that regulations like GDPR and CASL emphasize explicit opt-in consent. Ensure your signup forms clearly explain what users subscribe to and how often they&#8217;ll hear from you. Double opt-in verification adds an extra layer of confirmation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\">2.<strong> Segment your audience<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Segment your subscriber list based on demographics, interests, or past engagement. This segmentation allows you to send targeted emails with relevant content, increasing engagement and reducing unsubscribes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\">3.<strong> Keep your list clean<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Regularly remove inactive subscribers who haven&#8217;t opened your emails in a set timeframe (e.g., 3-6 months).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This process improves <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/complaint-rates-email-deliverability\/\">deliverability rates<\/a> and ensures you&#8217;re reaching engaged recipients. Before removing them, you can consider offering a re-engagement campaign to try to win them back.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">4.&nbsp;Respect unsubscribe requests&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It&#8217;s inevitable that some subscribers will want to opt out. Make the unsubscribe process clear and easy to find in every email. Always honor these requests promptly to avoid potential violations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">5.&nbsp;Maintain accurate data<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintain a list with accurate and up-to-date email addresses. Consider implementing a<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.kickbox.com\/mastering-deliverability-guide-to-email-bounce-verification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span>bounce verification process<\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;to identify and remove invalid addresses that can harm your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/sender-reputation-email-deliverability\/\">sender reputation<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">6.&nbsp;Transparency builds trust&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Be upfront about your data collection practices and how you use email addresses. Provide a clear privacy policy that outlines your commitment to data protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">7.&nbsp;Automate for efficiency&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many email marketing platforms like<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> EngageBay<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;offer automation tools for list management tasks like unsubscribes, suppression lists, and bounce handling. Automation streamlines the process and minimizes manual errors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">8.&nbsp;Never purchase a mailing list<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Suppose you purchase a mailing list from a vendor. You can never be sure they received people\u2019s consent before selling their email addresses. Moreover, it is unethical and an invasion of their privacy. Don&#8217;t do that. A similar good practice would be never to repurpose a mailing list. Always grow your list organically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By following these best practices, you can build a healthy email list that nurtures your subscriber&#8217;s trust, improves campaign performance, and ensures compliance with email regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Remember, the best email campaigns always start with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-list-cleaning\/\">clean email list<\/a> that includes people happy to hear from you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/bounce-rates-email-deliverability\/\">Read also: Bounce Rates and Email Deliverability \u2013 A Simple Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We hope you feel better prepared to deal with the intricacies of email compliance regulations. 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