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Transactional Email Examples: Best Practices and Templates
Learn from transactional email examples and best practices. Understand what makes effective transactional emails and how to design emails that engage users
DKIM: What It Is and How to Set It Up for Email
Learn what DKIM is and how to set it up for email authentication. Understand DKIM signatures, DNS records, and how DKIM improves email deliverability.
MailChimp Alternatives: Find the Right Email Platform
Discover the best MailChimp alternatives that fit your needs and budget. In this guide we will offer you comparison of platforms that scale without breaking the bank or limiting growth, and help you ...
Bento Alternative: The Truth About Other Review Posts
Most 'Bento alternative' posts are written by competitors who've never used us. Here's what they get wrong, and an honest take on when Bento is right for you.
Klaviyo vs Mailchimp: Which Email Platform Fits Your Ecommerce Store?
Compare Klaviyo vs Mailchimp for ecommerce. Find which platform delivers better automation, segmentation, and ROI for your online store's email marketing.
How to Create a Newsletter That Readers Love
Plan, write, and ship a high-performing newsletter with Bento, covering strategy, content, design, automations, and growth.
Bento is now SOC 2 Type II Compliant
We're excited to announce that Bento has successfully completed a SOC 2 Type II audit to further demonstrate our commitment to security.
SendGrid Alternatives: Compare Email API Services
Find SendGrid alternatives for email sending. Compare email API services, SMTP providers, and platforms that offer better pricing, features, or deliverability.
How to Send Mandated Emails Without Destroying Your Reputation
Data breach? Product recall? Legal notice required? Sometimes you have no choice but to email everyone—including people who unsubscribed years ago. Here's how to send those high-stakes, legally manda...
Microsoft has new email rules starting May 5th
If you send bulk emails to Outlook, Hotmail, or Live.com addresses, Microsoft has new rules starting May 5, 2025. Miss these requirements, and your emails will struggle to reach your customers' inbox...