What does under separate cover mean e mail

"Under separate cover" is a phrase that is often used in formal business correspondence, including emails. It means that the sender is sending additional documents or information that are not included in the main email, but will be sent separately.

In other words, the sender is saying that they are sending the main email as a summary or introduction, and that the additional documents or information will be sent separately, usually by mail or fax, or sometimes by email attachment.

The phrase is often used to:

1. Send confidential or sensitive information that should not be included in the main email.
2. Send large files or attachments that are too big to be sent via email.
3. Send documents that require a physical signature or other physical action.

When you see "Under separate cover" in an email, it usually means that the sender will be sending additional information or documents separately, and you should expect to receive them shortly.

Here's an example of how it might be used in an email:

"Dear [Recipient],

I am writing to inform you that your application has been approved. Please find attached a copy of the contract. Under separate cover, we will be sending you a separate document that requires your signature.

Best regards, [Your Name]"

In this example, the sender is sending the main email with the contract attached, and then will send a separate document that requires a physical signature.