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GoHighLevel Emails Not Sending? Troubleshooting Checklist
When an email fails, first separate a workflow problem from a sending or delivery problem. They need different fixes.
What to check, in order
- Confirm the action ran. Open the relevant contact and workflow execution history. If the email step never ran, investigate the workflow trigger, filters and wait conditions first.
- Check the sending identity. Confirm the From address and sending domain are configured for the relevant sub-account. An unverified or misconfigured sender can block reliable sending.
- Inspect email status. Look for available send, bounce, rejection or failure information. A recorded send does not prove the message reached the recipient's inbox.
- Check authentication. Review SPF, DKIM and DMARC records using the email provider's current instructions. Avoid adding duplicate SPF records.
- Check contact permissions. Confirm the recipient address is valid and any opt-out, unsubscribe or suppression rules are respected. Never bypass a recipient's consent choice.
- Send a controlled test. Use a permitted test address, document the timestamp and compare workflow history with provider delivery logs.
Common questions
Is this always a workflow issue?
No. The workflow can execute correctly while the email service rejects or filters a message.
Should I resend to every contact?
No. Diagnose the failure first to avoid duplicate messages or sending to unsubscribed recipients.
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Independent educational guide, not official HighLevel documentation. Product interfaces and settings may change. Verify current provider instructions before making changes to live customer accounts.