MaxMail is an Asia-Pacific email marketing platform serving Singapore, Malaysia, and Southeast Asian SMBs and mid-market with drag-and-drop editor, transactional API, and regional deliverability infrastructure. The unsubscribe mechanism uses the [UNSUBSCRIBE] merge tag auto-injected into every campaign footer, and MaxMail emits RFC 8058 headers automatically for authenticated sending domains. Consent is tracked at the list level with Singapore PDPA and Malaysia PDPA enforcement. This guide covers the tag, the SEA regulatory model, and how to verify the setup end to end.
MaxMail unsubscribe link
| Tag syntax | [UNSUBSCRIBE] |
| Placement | Auto-embedded in every campaign footer |
| Scope | Per-list opt-out with PDPA enforcement |
| Config path | Settings > Sender identity > Footer template |
| RFC 8058 one-click | Yes, automatic for authenticated sending domains |
How to add the unsubscribe tag in MaxMail
Place the merge tag exactly as shown below in the email template. MaxMail replaces it at send time with a signed URL scoped to the recipient and campaign.
[UNSUBSCRIBE]For custom HTML templates, wrap the tag in an anchor to render a proper hyperlink in the delivered email:
<a href="[UNSUBSCRIBE]">Unsubscribe from this list</a>Auto-embedded in every campaign footer
Yes, automatic for authenticated sending domains The recipient's mailbox provider (Gmail, Yahoo) uses the List-Unsubscribe-Post header to expose the native one-click button on the message. Requires domain authentication with DKIM and DMARC.
MaxMail Southeast Asian regulatory context includes Singapore PDPA, Malaysia PDPA, Thailand PDPA, and Indonesia UU PDP requirements. Imported contact lists without documented consent are quarantined until confirmed. Cross-border SEA senders should verify per-country PDPA interpretation since national implementations vary in retention and marketing consent specifics. Regional deliverability infrastructure peers with Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia inbox providers.
Testing your MaxMail unsubscribe link
- Send a test message to a controlled Gmail address you own via the MaxMail campaign preview action
- Click the footer unsubscribe link and confirm the opt-out on the landing page
- Check the subscriber or contact record: the status should be Unsubscribed within seconds
- Verify the RFC 8058 headers in Gmail: open the message, click three dots, then Show original. Look for
List-UnsubscribeandList-Unsubscribe-Post: List-Unsubscribe=One-Click
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How to add the MaxMail unsubscribe link (step by step)
MaxMail default templates include the unsubscribe link in the footer, but custom HTML templates require the tag inserted manually.
- Open your campaign or template in the MaxMail editor.
- Add or edit a text block in the footer where the unsubscribe link should appear.
- Insert the merge tag
[UNSUBSCRIBE]. MaxMail replaces it at send time with a signed URL scoped to the subscriber. - Wrap it in an anchor:
<a href="[UNSUBSCRIBE]">Unsubscribe</a>. - Configure the sender identity under Settings > Sender identity > Footer template.
- Send a test to a seed address and verify the rendered link routes to the MaxMail-hosted preference page.
Southeast Asian PDPA enforcement
MaxMail Southeast Asian regulatory context includes Singapore PDPA, Malaysia PDPA, Thailand PDPA, and Indonesia UU PDP requirements. Imported contact lists without documented consent are quarantined until confirmed. Cross-border SEA senders should verify per-country PDPA interpretation since national implementations vary in retention and marketing consent specifics. Singapore PDPC and Malaysia PDP Commissioner enforce their respective PDPAs with meaningful fines, making platform-level enforcement essential for regional SMBs.
RFC 8058 one-click headers
MaxMail added RFC 8058 one-click unsubscribe automatically ahead of the Google and Yahoo February 2024 requirements. The List-Unsubscribe and List-Unsubscribe-Post headers inject on every marketing send from domains authenticated under Settings > Sender identity. SPF and DKIM records must be verified. SEA data residency options align with regional data localization preferences for regulated industries.
Regional deliverability infrastructure
MaxMail regional deliverability infrastructure peers with Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia inbox providers to maintain sender reputation for SEA audiences. Regional peering typically improves inbox placement for Yahoo SG, Yahoo MY, StarHub, SingTel, Maxis, and Telkom Indonesia audiences compared to US-based ESPs sending cross-region. Configure per-list segmentation to match SEA country-specific consent bases and language preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MaxMail unsubscribe tag?
The merge tag is [UNSUBSCRIBE]. MaxMail replaces it at send time with a signed URL scoped to the subscriber. Use it inside an anchor: <a href="[UNSUBSCRIBE]">Unsubscribe</a>.
Does MaxMail enforce Singapore or Malaysia PDPA?
Yes by default. Imported contact lists without documented consent are quarantined. Singapore PDPC and Malaysia PDP Commissioner enforcement provides meaningful fines for violations.
Does MaxMail support one-click unsubscribe for Gmail and Yahoo?
Yes, automatically for authenticated domains. MaxMail injects List-Unsubscribe and List-Unsubscribe-Post headers on every marketing send from domains verified under Settings > Sender identity.
Does MaxMail have regional deliverability advantage in SEA?
Yes. Regional peering with Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia inbox providers typically improves inbox placement for SEA audiences compared to US-based ESPs sending cross-region.
How does MaxMail compare to Vision6 or CleverTap for APAC?
MaxMail focuses on SEA SMB email marketing. Vision6 targets Australian SMBs under Spam Act 2003. CleverTap targets APAC B2C mobile-first with omnichannel. Vendor choice depends on regional focus and feature depth.
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