Sending HTML Formatted E-Mails to maillists

Introduction

E-mail supports two formats. Text and HTML. A text e-mail is just that, simple text with no formatting possible. HTML e-mails allow HTML formatting commands to be used in an e-mail which allows much more visually appealing e-mails. Most mail clients support both formats. If your mail client allows you to format your e-mail then it is sending HTML e-mails.

How to send html formatted e-mails to mail lists

To send HTML e-mail to the list you must be a list moderator. This means you are identified to the web site as someone who is allowed to send e-mails to a mail list. If you are not a moderator you can request to be added by using a "Add Moderator" service request.

Normally you would use the web site to send text messages to a mail list but for HTML e-mails you can use your normal mail client, like Outlook. Address the e-mail to mail-list-name@lists.your-domain.tld. Format the e-mail as you want it to appear and then send it. After you send the e-mail you should get back the normal moderator e-mail. Simply reply to the e-mail and your message will be sent.

"mail-list-name" is the name of your mail list. If you aren't sure of the mail list name use the e-mail utilities to look them up.

"your-domain.tld" -s your domain name. For example: jmtservices.com

Troubleshooting

Problem: When I send the e-mail it goes to the list owner and I never get the moderator approval e-mail.
Solution: You didn't include the "lists." n the e-mail address, before your domain name. For example: testlist@lists.jmtservices.com

Problem: I send the e-mail but I get a "failure notice" back that says: "ezmlm-store: fatal: I'm sorry, you are not allowed to post messages to this list (#5.7.2)"
Solution: The "From" address on your e-mail is not registered as a moderator on this list. Make sure you are sending from the correct address and if youare then request to be added as a moderator.

Frequently asked questions

Can I send attachments?

Yes but the total e-mail must be less than 1.3 meg. It is best practice to send portable file like PDFs. Do not send files like MS Word or Excel. You could possibly infect someone else's machine with a virus.

 

Is there a limit on the message size?

Yes. 1.3 meg

 

Do I need to include anything in my message about unsubscribing from the list?

Yes! You must include instructions about how to unsubsribe from the mail list. If you need instructions contact JMT Services and we will provide an example.

 

Will the e-mail be sent with my e-mail adtress as a return adtress?

Yes. So if you don't want your e-mail adtress broadcast to the entire mail list request a mailbox from your domain.

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