What is the proper size of email signatures?

[Maazoni]

I've been wondering if the size of email signatures really matters. I've seen some people with super detailed signatures that include images, logos, social media links, and disclaimers. Others have very minimal ones, just their name and job title. Is there a best practice for how large an email signature should be? Does it affect anything important, like email deliverability, loading times, or professional appearance? I'd appreciate any insights or experiences you all could share on this.

[Kirristor]

I agree with what's been said. There's also the consideration of email deliverability. Some spam filters might flag emails with large, complex signatures as spam, especially if they contain a lot of HTML, images, or links. It's also worth noting that different email clients and devices render HTML differently, so what looks good on your screen might not look the same for the recipient. Keeping it simple can help avoid these issues. Also, make sure that your signature is mobile-friendly since many people read emails on their phones. I usually stick to text with maybe one small logo and keep it under a certain size limit to avoid any problems.

[Misturkos]

Great question! From my experience, the email signature size can indeed have an impact. A very large signature with lots of images and links can slow down the loading time of emails, especially for recipients with slower internet connections or those checking emails on mobile devices. It can also contribute to larger overall email sizes, which might be an issue if you're dealing with storage limits. Additionally, some email clients might strip out or not display images correctly, which could affect the professional look you're going for. I've always found it best to keep signatures simple and ensure that any images are optimized for the web.