When verifying, is an actual email sent, and will the recipient be aware?

Intelligent Verification uses a detailed multi-step method to confirm an email address is correctly formatted and can receive messages.

Is an Actual Email Sent? Syntax and Domain Checks: In Intelligent Verification's initial phase, there's no direct contact with the recipient's email server. It checks if the email is structured correctly and its domain is valid and working.

SMTP Connection: Intelligent Verification might mimic an SMTP connection to the email server. This tests if the mailbox is valid without sending a real email.

Will the Recipient Know? Since Intelligent Verification doesn’t send real emails, the recipient won't know. The SMTP test is discreet and doesn't leave notifications.

Why Not Just Send a Test Email? Test emails might seem simple, but Intelligent Verification has reasons for its approach:

• Avoiding Spam Flags: Constant test emails can set off spam alarms, harming the sender's reputation.
• Building Trust: Unexpected verification emails can make people sceptical, lessening their trust.
• Operational Efficiency: Intelligent Verification wants smooth operations, especially with big email lists. Sending test emails to each one isn't practical.