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🌍 International Email Rules You Might Be Breaking

Avoid Costly Mistakes When Sending Emails Globally

Hey, it's Ray.

Expanding internationally? 

That's fantastic. 

But before sending your next campaign, let's discuss something critical that many brands overlook: global email regulations.

Email compliance rules differ significantly worldwide. 

Violating them, even unintentionally, can lead to hefty fines, damage to your reputation, or worse, your emails getting blocked.

Here’s what you need to know to avoid violating international email laws:

Are You Missing These International Email Rules?

Ignoring these rules can significantly impede your international growth:

3 Steps to Stay Globally Compliant

Here's what you need to implement immediately:

  1. Audit Your Subscriber List: Confirm explicit consent for international subscribers, particularly those in strict regions like Europe and Canada.

  2. Update Your Forms and Checkboxes: Ensure explicit consent with clearly marked checkboxes that are unchecked by default.

  3. Simplify Your Unsubscribe Process: Make opting out straightforward and hassle-free worldwide.

Turn Compliance into a Business Advantage

Adhering to email compliance rules enhances your marketing strategy.

When you comply with international standards, you:

  • Improve email deliverability

  • Boost engagement from genuinely interested subscribers

  • Build global trust and credibility

Ready to Safely Expand Globally?

Don't let international regulations hold back your growth. 

If you're uncertain about compliance or need expert help navigating global email laws, let's chat.

Simply reply to this email, and I'll make sure your global email strategy is compliant and 

effective.

Talk soon, 

Raymond Chen
Founder & CEO, 11 Agency

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