When it comes to the transition of the sensitive information, medical data should be treated especially seriously. In the U.S., this is a matter not only of ethics but also of  legal responsibility. In this post, we will discuss HIPAA requirements. In particular, we will explain how to check if they apply to you and what you need to do to keep your emails secure if your response is positive. 

In response to growing security and deliverability concerns, Google and Yahoo are enforcing new requirements for email senders, with a significant focus on bulk email communication. 

Effective February 1, 2024, these changes transition several best practices into mandatory protocols. This guide will help you understand these new rules and how to adjust your email strategies accordingly.

Dealing with unwanted emails can be challenging, but the good news is that if you’re a Microsoft Outlook user, the system’s spam filter is a great help. 

In this article, I’ll explain how the Outlook Junk Email Filter works, its features, and how to use it effectively. This is a practical guide for anyone using Outlook who wants to keep their inbox clean and for those that are sending emails and want to avoid being flagged as spam.

In today’s interconnected world, emails form the backbone of our digital communication. From sending a simple “hello” to a friend to sending business reports to your boss, emails are indispensable despite all of the available options to communicate. This everyday technology is made possible through several complex protocols working behind the scenes. Two of the most vital are Post Office Protocol version 3 (POP3) and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP). 

Gmail has seamlessly woven into our daily routines, with many starting their morning by checking their inbox alongside their first cup of coffee. But as with all technological adoption, there are always challenges. In the case of emails, it’s spam. 

Being a leading email service provider, Gmail introduced what might sound simple – a “Spam Filter”. But don’t be fooled by the name. The filter is a sophisticated tool in its own right. Let’s explore how it works and the features it has to offer.

Mailgun, while being an excellent email delivery service, just like with any software, for some, there can be a better fit due to their needs or specific issues when integrating the service into their app.

When considering alternatives to Mailgun, it is crucial to first research the common problems developers face when using the service. By understanding these common issues, you can better evaluate whether Mailgun is the right fit for you or if you should consider one of the available alternatives.

In our previous post, we reviewed Sendgrid, Mandrill, and Mailgun – the most popular email sending services. “Test your emails before actually sending them”: each of them repeats this mantra, as does anyone who deals with email development. But do these services offer enough options for quality email testing? Let’s have a closer look at the checkpoints and see if there is a need for a special testing service.

Are you just starting to work with email sending platforms or comparing solutions in order to switch? Which features matter the most? And how do you avoid getting lost in the wide variety of options? At Railsware we use several tools to communicate by email with our clients, candidates, Mailtrap users, and more. Let’s review some of the most popular email infrastructure services: Sendgrid, Mandrill, and Mailgun.