How to remove IP address from 0spam blacklist?
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What email marketers say11Marketer opinions
Email marketer from SendPulse explains that improving sender reputation involves authenticating email with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC, sending consistently, and removing inactive subscribers.
Marketer from Email Geeks asks if 0spam is actually causing substantive blocks or if the numbers are really low, and questions if any receiver at scale uses them.
Email marketer from EmailonAcid states to check your IP address isn't on any public blacklists, and use a website such as https://mxtoolbox.com/blacklists.aspx to achieve this
Email marketer from Reddit recommends contacting the blacklist directly to understand the reason for listing and the steps required for removal. They also noted that some blacklists automatically delist after a period of inactivity.
Email marketer from TalosIntelligence recommends you continually check your SenderBase Reputation score to ensure your emails aren't marked as spam, or your emails might be blocked. Check it at https://www.talosintelligence.com
Email marketer from GlockApps explains that monitoring IP reputation is crucial for identifying potential deliverability issues early, and they recommend using their tools to track blacklist status and sender score.
Email marketer from WhatIsMyIP.com mentions that it can take 24-48 hours after resolving the issues which caused the listing and requesting removal, but may take longer. It states to use proper authentication such as SPF, DKIM and DMARC in the future
Email marketer from Mailjet shares that preventing blacklisting involves permission-based marketing, honoring unsubscribe requests promptly, and monitoring bounce rates to identify and address issues proactively.
Marketer from Email Geeks explains that 0spam charges for de-listing Class Cs, which they state "is not a good sign."
Email marketer from NeilPatel.com shares that you can check if your IP is blacklisted using tools like MXToolbox or BlacklistAlert, and that many blacklists have their own delisting process, often involving filling out a form or meeting certain criteria.
Email marketer from StackExchange states IP addresses need to have reverse DNS set up, HELO/EHLO and the from: should match, and should implement SPF, DKIM and DMARC to help reduce being added to block lists
What the experts say4Expert opinions
Expert from Email Geeks asks if the sender is actually seeing rejections due to 0spam and notes that 0spam doesn’t recommend people use their list of bigger than /32s.
Expert from Word to the Wise states that contacting and working with blocklists directly is essential, as is ensuring you understand why you were listed in the first place and demonstrating you’ve taken steps to correct the problem.
Expert from Word to the Wise advises following email marketing best practices to prevent blacklisting including obtaining consent, maintaining clean lists, and authenticating your email.
Expert from Email Geeks shares that 0spam is owned by Afternorth, but is unsure how friendly they would be if contacted.
What the documentation says4Technical articles
Documentation from BarracudaCentral explains that to request removal, you must visit their website and fill out a removal request form with specific details about your server and sending practices. They state that not all requests are granted and emphasize the importance of following best practices.
Documentation from Microsoft details how to troubleshoot blocked senders, explains to fill out the sender information form and that they will investigate further. Found here: https://sendersupport.olc.protection.outlook.com/pm/troubleshoot.aspx
Documentation from Spamhaus explains that their listing criteria includes evidence of spamming activity, malware distribution, or other malicious behavior, and delisting requires addressing the root cause of the listing and submitting a delisting request.
Documentation from 0spam.org explains that they charge for delisting Class C IP ranges. They require asset management payment, found here: https://0spam.org/IP-Domain-Asset-Management.