Ensure you have these covered and even if you aren’t in Europe, follow GDPR standards. It is the gold standard for trust.

  • CAN-SPAM (USA): You must include a physical address in the footer and a clear “Unsubscribe” link. You cannot use deceptive subject lines.

  • GDPR (Europe): Much stricter. You need explicit consent. You cannot pre-check the “subscribe to newsletter” box.

  • Teaching Point: Even if you aren’t in Europe, follow GDPR standards. It is the gold standard for trust.