How can Webflow be configured to improve mail-client-friendliness and avoid emails being marked as spam when testing form emails?
TL;DR
- Set a verified sender email using a professional domain in Webflow's Project Settings.
- Add Webflow's IPs to your domain's SPF records and enable DKIM authentication.
- Use plain text with HTML, avoiding large attachments and spam trigger words in emails.
Improving the mail-client-friendliness of your Webflow forms and ensuring emails don’t get marked as spam can significantly enhance user experience and deliverability. Here are steps to configure Webflow forms for better mail-client compatibility:
1. Use Verified Sender Email
- Go to Project Settings in Webflow.
- Navigate to the Forms tab.
- Enter a Verified Email Address in the "Send form submissions to" field. It is recommended to use a professional domain (e.g., yourname@yourdomain.com) rather than a public domain like Gmail or Yahoo.
2. Implement SPF and DKIM
- Update SPF Records: Add Webflow’s IP addresses (a) 75.2.70.75, (b) 99.83.190.102 to your SPF records in your domain’s DNS settings.
- Enable DKIM Authentication if supported by your domain provider to further authenticate your emails.
3. Clean Email Content
- Use Plain Text along with HTML in emails to cater to different email clients.
- Ensure no large attachments or links that may appear suspicious to spam filters.
4. Monitor Emails for Spam Triggers
- Avoid Spam Trigger Words in your subject and content such as "Free," "Offer," or "Click here."
- Keep the email short and to the point to avoid lengthy messages which might be flagged.
Summary
To improve your Webflow form email deliverability and reduce spam tagging, ensure to use a verified sender email, configure SPF and DKIM records correctly, and keep email content simple and professional. By following these steps, you enhance both the reliability and appearance of your form-generated emails.