Hotmail bulk email setup
Setting up a bulk email campaign using Hotmail (now Outlook.com) requires some preparation and adherence to their terms of service. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:
Prerequisites:
- You need a Hotmail (Outlook.com) account with a verified email address.
- You need to create a new email list or use an existing one.
- You need to create a compelling subject line and email content.
Step 1: Create a new email list
- Log in to your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account.
- Click on the "Contacts" tab.
- Click on "New Contact List" and give your list a name.
- Add contacts to your list by importing them from your email address book or adding them manually.
Step 2: Compose your email
- Log in to your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account.
- Click on the "Compose" button to create a new email.
- Enter the subject line and email content.
- Use a clear and concise subject line that accurately reflects the content of your email.
- Keep your email content brief, engaging, and relevant to your audience.
Step 3: Set up your bulk email campaign
- In the "To" field, select the email list you created in Step 1.
- Enter the email addresses of the recipients you want to send the email to.
- Make sure to include a clear and concise subject line and email content.
- Use a clear and easy-to-read font, and avoid using too much HTML or images.
- Set the "From" field to your verified Hotmail (Outlook.com) email address.
Step 4: Send your bulk email campaign
- Click the "Send" button to send your email campaign.
- Hotmail (Outlook.com) will send your email campaign to the recipients on your list.
- Monitor your email campaign's performance using Hotmail's built-in analytics tools.
Tips and best practices:
- Always follow Hotmail's (Outlook.com) terms of service and anti-spam policies.
- Use a clear and concise subject line and email content.
- Keep your email list up-to-date and remove inactive or unengaged contacts.
- Use a verified Hotmail (Outlook.com) email address as the "From" field.
- Avoid using too much HTML or images, as they may not be displayed correctly in all email clients.
- Monitor your email campaign's performance and adjust your strategy accordingly.
Hotmail's (Outlook.com) bulk email limits:
- Hotmail (Outlook.com) has a daily sending limit of 100 emails per day.
- You can send up to 1,000 emails per month to a single email list.
- If you need to send more emails, you may need to use a third-party email marketing service provider.
Remember to always follow Hotmail's (Outlook.com) terms of service and anti-spam policies when sending bulk emails.