Fix "552 5.3.4": The message size exceeds the administrative limit
Bouncing with 552 5.3.4? It means the message size exceeds the administrative limit.
How to fix it
Compress or link content; keep messages small.
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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