Fix "550 5.3.4": The message exceeds the size limit
Bouncing with 550 5.3.4? It means the message exceeds the size limit.
How to fix it
Reduce attachment size or link to large files instead.
Prevent it long-term
- Authenticate with SPF, DKIM and DMARC.
- Send from a dedicated, reputation-clean IP.
- Keep bounce and complaint rates low.
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