"Please Remove Me" Email: 6 Unsubscribe Request Templates

Professional email templates for requesting removal from mailing lists. Learn when to send a please remove me email, how to escalate if needed, and best practices for unsubscribing. This guide provides templates and strategies for getting removed from mailing lists.

When to Send a Removal Request

Send a "please remove me" email when:

First attempt:

• You want to unsubscribe but prefer email over unsubscribe link
• The unsubscribe link isn't working
• You want to be more direct about removal

After failed unsubscribe:

• You clicked unsubscribe but still receive emails
• The unsubscribe process seems broken
• You want confirmation of removal

Escalation:

• After multiple unsubscribe attempts failed
• You've been removed but still receive emails
• You want to set firm boundaries

When to Use Each Template

Polite Removal Request: Use for most situations - polite and direct.

With Reason: Use when you want to provide brief context.

Firm Request: Use after multiple failed attempts or when you need to set boundaries.

Multiple Lists: Use when you want to be removed from all of their lists.

With Email Address: Use when you want to specify which email to remove.

After Failed Unsubscribe: Use when the unsubscribe link didn't work.

Escalation Steps

If your removal request is ignored:

Step 1: Mark as spam

• Mark their emails as spam in your email client
• This teaches your spam filter
• Helps protect others

Step 2: Use email filters

• Create filters to automatically route their emails
• Archive or delete automatically
• Prevents inbox clutter

Step 3: Report violations

• If they're violating CAN-SPAM Act (no unsubscribe, fake unsubscribe)
• Report to FTC or your email provider
• Keep records of your requests

Step 4: Block the sender

• Block their email address or domain
• Prevents future emails
• Last resort option

Best Practices

• Try unsubscribe link first: Most legitimate companies have working unsubscribe links
• Be clear and direct: State your request clearly
• Include your email: If you have multiple emails, specify which one
• Keep records: Save copies of your removal requests
• Be patient: Give them time to process (usually 1-2 weeks)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Don't:

• Be rude or aggressive
• Send multiple requests in one day
• Forget to include your email address
• Give up after one attempt (if it's important)

Do:

• Be polite but firm
• Wait 1-2 weeks between requests
• Include your email address
• Escalate if they don't comply

Best Practices

• Try unsubscribe first: Use the unsubscribe link in the email
• Be clear: State your request directly
• Be patient: Give them time to process (1-2 weeks)
• Escalate if needed: Mark as spam or use filters if they don't comply
• Keep records: Save copies of your requests

Related Resources

For more guidance on handling unwanted emails:

• Not Interested Email - Templates for declining offers
• Decline Sales Pitch Email - Templates for declining sales pitches
• Unsubscribe Alternatives - Learn alternatives to unsubscribing
• Gmail Filters & Labels - Organize and filter your emails
• Stop Newsletters Without Unsubscribing - Guide on stopping newsletters