What Is a Good SpamAssassin Score?
Understanding SpamAssassin score interpretation and targets
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What Is a Good SpamAssassin Score?
A good SpamAssassin score is under 5.0, with scores under 3.0 being excellent. Score interpretation: 0-3 (excellent - very low spam probability), 3-5 (good - low spam probability), 5-7 (moderate - may be filtered by some providers), 7+ (high - likely to be filtered as spam).
Aim for scores under 5.0 for optimal deliverability. Lower scores indicate better deliverability prospects and reduce the likelihood of spam filtering.
Test your emails with our SpamAssassin test tool to check scores and identify issues affecting your spam scores.
Score Interpretation
0-3: Excellent
Very low spam probability. Emails with scores in this range have excellent deliverability prospects and are unlikely to be filtered.
3-5: Good
Low spam probability. Emails with scores in this range have good deliverability prospects. This is the target range for most emails.
5-7: Moderate
Moderate spam probability. Emails with scores in this range may be filtered by some email providers. Address issues to improve scores.
7+: High
High spam probability. Emails with scores in this range are likely to be filtered as spam. Significant improvements are needed.
Target Scores
Optimal Target
Aim for scores under 5.0 for optimal deliverability. Scores under 3.0 are excellent and provide the best deliverability prospects.
Acceptable Range
Scores between 3.0 and 5.0 are acceptable for most email campaigns, though lower is always better.
Action Required
Scores above 5.0 require action to improve. Address identified issues to lower scores and improve deliverability.
Critical Scores
Scores above 7.0 are critical and require immediate attention. Emails with these scores are very likely to be filtered.
Achieving Good Scores
1. Implement Authentication
Ensure proper SPF, DKIM, DMARC authentication. Missing authentication significantly increases spam scores.
2. Remove Spam Triggers
Use our spam words checker to identify and remove problematic words and phrases.
3. Validate HTML
Fix HTML issues using our HTML validator. Invalid HTML increases spam scores.
4. Check Blacklist Status
Monitor your blacklist status. Being on blacklists significantly increases scores.
5. Follow Best Practices
Use clean lists, maintain good engagement, include plain-text versions, and follow email best practices.
6. Test Regularly
Test emails regularly with our SpamAssassin test to monitor and improve scores.
Monitoring Scores
Regular score monitoring helps maintain good deliverability:
1. Test Before Sending
Always test emails with SpamAssassin before sending campaigns to ensure scores are acceptable.
2. Track Score Trends
Monitor score trends over time to identify patterns and address issues proactively.
3. Fix Issues Promptly
Address issues identified in SpamAssassin reports to improve scores and deliverability.
4. Regular Testing
Make SpamAssassin testing a regular part of your email workflow to maintain optimal scores.
