How to Start an Email Newsletter for Your Business

Build a permission-based email list, send a great welcome email and stay on the right side of CAN-SPAM.

DifficultyEasy
Time1 hour
Steps7
Updated
Step 1

Choose an email platform

Pick a reputable email marketing service. Don't send bulk email from a personal inbox. Platforms handle unsubscribes, sign-up forms and deliverability.

Step 2

Collect emails with permission

Add a sign-up form to your website and social profiles. Only email people who asked to hear from you.

Never buy email lists. They hurt deliverability, damage your reputation and often break platform rules.

Step 3

Give people a reason to join

Offer something useful, such as tips, early access or a discount, and say clearly how often you'll email.

Step 4

Set up a welcome email

Create an automated welcome email that thanks subscribers, introduces your business and delivers anything you promised.

Step 5

Follow CAN-SPAM rules

Every marketing email must use honest "From" details and subject lines, include your physical postal address and offer a clear unsubscribe link. Honor opt-outs within 10 business days.

Step 6

Send on a regular schedule

Pick a rhythm you can keep, such as every two weeks. Mix helpful content with occasional offers.

Step 7

Measure and improve

Track clicks, conversions and unsubscribes. Test subject lines and send times, and keep what works.

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This article is general marketing information, not a guarantee of results. Platform menus and policies change often, so check each platform's official help pages. AdInMobi is not affiliated with Google, Meta or other platforms mentioned.

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