Email List Subscriber Verification: Reduce Spam with reCAPTCHA and Confirmations
Verify email subscribers effectively to maintain a high-quality mailing list and reduce spam flags. Here's what you need to know:
Verification Methods
- Google reCAPTCHA: Invisible security check that prevents bot submissions
- Confirmation Email: Requires subscribers to verify their email address
Where Verification Applies
- Newsletter blocks
- Promotional pop-ups
- Form blocks with email fields
- Acuity Scheduling opt-ins (free services only)
- Member Sites signups (free sites only)
- Cover page newsletter signups (version 7.0)
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Setting Up Verification
- Open Email Campaign settings
- Select Verification Options
- Enable at least one verification method
- Customize confirmation emails if needed
Customizing Confirmation Emails
- Edit subject line and preview text
- Modify email content and styling
- Send test emails to verify appearance
- Default sender is [email protected]
Troubleshooting Non-Delivery
- Check spam folders
- Add [email protected] to contacts
- Verify email address accuracy
- Review email client restrictions
Fixing 404 Errors
- Reset form storage connection
- Disconnect current storage
- Reconnect to mailing list
- Save changes
- Ensure domain points to Squarespace
Note: Verification options aren't available for checkout newsletter subscriptions, manually added addresses, or imported contacts. EU users should ensure compliance with local regulations.