How to Resolve Exceeding Outbound Limits

Have you ever experienced an error message stating "Speed Limit Exceeded" when sending emails? If so, you've likely surpassed the permitted hourly limit for outbound emails. This guide will help you understand why these limits exist and what you can do if you need to send more emails than allowed.

Understanding the Hourly Email Limit

Every hosting account comes with a default limit of 500 outgoing emails per hour.

Why Do "Email Speed Limit Exceeded" Errors Occur

When you try to send more than 500 emails in an hour, the server will display a “Speed Limit Exceeded” error. This limit is in place to prevent spam and keep email traffic at a normal level. If you hit this restriction, any additional emails won’t be delivered until the limit resets in the next hour.

How to Resolve This Issue

Summary

If you encounter the “Speed Limit Exceeded” error, it means you’ve gone past the standard limit of 500 emails per hour. This restriction is in place to reduce spam and doesn’t affect any messages coming into your inbox. Want to send more than the limit? No problem—reach out to us, share the reason, and we’ll see how we can help. Our goal is to balance security with your needs.

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