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:

  1. You need a Hotmail (Outlook.com) account with a verified email address.
  2. You need to create a new email list or use an existing one.
  3. You need to create a compelling subject line and email content.

Step 1: Create a new email list

  1. Log in to your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account.
  2. Click on the "Contacts" tab.
  3. Click on "New Contact List" and give your list a name.
  4. Add contacts to your list by importing them from your email address book or adding them manually.

Step 2: Compose your email

  1. Log in to your Hotmail (Outlook.com) account.
  2. Click on the "Compose" button to create a new email.
  3. Enter the subject line and email content.
  4. Use a clear and concise subject line that accurately reflects the content of your email.
  5. Keep your email content brief, engaging, and relevant to your audience.

Step 3: Set up your bulk email campaign

  1. In the "To" field, select the email list you created in Step 1.
  2. Enter the email addresses of the recipients you want to send the email to.
  3. Make sure to include a clear and concise subject line and email content.
  4. Use a clear and easy-to-read font, and avoid using too much HTML or images.
  5. Set the "From" field to your verified Hotmail (Outlook.com) email address.

Step 4: Send your bulk email campaign

  1. Click the "Send" button to send your email campaign.
  2. Hotmail (Outlook.com) will send your email campaign to the recipients on your list.
  3. Monitor your email campaign's performance using Hotmail's built-in analytics tools.

Tips and best practices:

  1. Always follow Hotmail's (Outlook.com) terms of service and anti-spam policies.
  2. Use a clear and concise subject line and email content.
  3. Keep your email list up-to-date and remove inactive or unengaged contacts.
  4. Use a verified Hotmail (Outlook.com) email address as the "From" field.
  5. Avoid using too much HTML or images, as they may not be displayed correctly in all email clients.
  6. Monitor your email campaign's performance and adjust your strategy accordingly.

Hotmail's (Outlook.com) bulk email limits:

  1. Hotmail (Outlook.com) has a daily sending limit of 100 emails per day.
  2. You can send up to 1,000 emails per month to a single email list.
  3. 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.