stakanov@freenet.de wrote:
a) Having considered the troubles of some to find ways to unsubscribe, even to recall what lists they are subscribed to and also searching for a channel to convey information about unsubscribe, behavior in case of complain, responsible people (since this may change due to turnover): it would be IMO a good idea to send a reminder mail every 6 month (e.g.) containing:
- the lists the email in question is subscribed to - the way on how to unsubscribe if desired - update on rules and regulations and particularly - a how to on behavior to hold in case of complain about list members causing grief or conflict
Mailing list managers such as mailman can be configured to send out a password reminder every month. Maybe also the rest of it. More than that, no thanks. a) if you're subscribed to an active list, you receive the mails, and you know you're subscribed. b) most mails have an unsubscribe link in the footer. People who cannot read are not helped by giving them more to read :-( c) and d) - no thanks.
The rational is that such an email avoids questioning on the very lists.
A vain hope, I'm afraid. Example - the unsubscribe "issue". The information is presented frequently, yet some people simply ignore it.
The demand for it is obviously there since although in theory the information is there, it is in separate places, people forget about details, do not have time to inquire etc. The mail should not come often not to annoy people but often enough not to be outdated. IMO 6 month period is a reasonable time, one year is also acceptable but it seems long to me.
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