How to create newsletter in Gmail

Creating and sending your newsletter using Gmail is straightforward with Recuremail. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Prerequisites

• A Recuremail account
• A Gmail account
• Your newsletter's special Recuremail address

Setting Up Your Newsletter in Gmail

1. Add Your Newsletter Address to Gmail

First, you'll need to save your newsletter's special Recuremail address in your Gmail contacts:

1. Open Gmail
2. Click the "Compose" button
3. Enter your newsletter's special Recuremail address (e.g., yournewsletter@recuremail.com)
4. Click the "+" icon next to the email address to add it to your contacts
5. Give it a memorable name like "My Newsletter Subscribers"

2. Composing Your Newsletter

Writing your newsletter is as simple as sending a regular email:

1. Click "Compose" in Gmail
2. In the "To" field, enter your newsletter's special Recuremail address
3. Write your subject line
4. Compose your newsletter content
5. Add images or attachments as needed
6. Use Gmail's formatting tools to style your text

3. Testing Your Newsletter

Before sending to all subscribers, it's recommended to test your newsletter:

1. Send a test email to your newsletter address
2. Check your own inbox for the test newsletter
3. Verify all formatting, images, and links work correctly

4. Sending Your Newsletter

When you're ready to send your newsletter to all subscribers:

1. Make any final edits to your content
2. Double-check the recipient address is your newsletter's Recuremail address
3. Click "Send"

Recuremail will automatically distribute your newsletter to all your subscribers.

Best Practices

• Keep your subject lines clear and engaging
• Preview your newsletter before sending
• Use Gmail's scheduling feature to send at optimal times
• Maintain a consistent sending schedule
• Use only text formatting. Keep your visual styles minimal. Let users focus on your content

Troubleshooting

If your newsletter isn't being sent:

• Verify you're using the correct Recuremail address
• Check your Gmail spam folder for any bounce notifications
• Ensure your Recuremail account is active
• Contact Recuremail support if issues persist

Remember, you can send your newsletter at any time - Recuremail will handle the distribution to all your subscribers automatically.