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Autoresponder
Also known as: Out of Office, OOO, Auto-reply
An autoresponder is an automatic email that sends right after someone takes an action, like emailing you or filling out a form. It confirms what they did and tells them what will happen next.
An autoresponder is an email that sends itself as soon as someone does something, like emailing your support inbox or signing up on a form. It confirms that you got their message or action. It might say you are away, give them a download link, or share basic details. It saves you from typing the same reply again and again.
Autoresponders matter because they set clear expectations fast. People know you saw their message and what will happen next. This reduces follow up questions and keeps your inbox calmer. In marketing, they are used for welcome emails, receipts, and quick follow ups that go out every time without extra work.
Start with one simple autoresponder for your most common action, like a new signup. Keep it short, confirm what they did, and tell them the next step in one or two lines. Then add a helpful extra detail, such as a support link or FAQ, if it truly adds value. Review it every few months to keep details up to date.
Related Terms
Email Sequence(Email Series)
An email sequence is a planned set of emails that send automatically after someone takes a specific action, like signing up or buying. It helps you guide subscribers through a simple journey without sending every email by hand.
Learn more →Welcome Email(Welcome Message)
The first email a new subscriber gets right after joining your list. It introduces your brand and confirms what they can expect from you.
Learn more →Abandoned Cart Email(Cart Abandonment Email)
An automated email that goes out when someone adds items to their cart but leaves without buying. These emails show what they left behind and usually include a direct link back to their cart. Most businesses send a series of 2-3 reminders over a few days, sometimes sweetening the deal with a discount or free shipping offer.
Learn more →Transactional Email(Transaction Email)
Transactional emails are automatic messages sent when someone does something on your site or app, like placing an order or resetting a password. They share the key details about what just happened so people are not left guessing.
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