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Even though we’ve been using email for decades, there’s one small detail that still causes confusion: capitalization. You’re not alone if you’re asking whether email addresses are case-sensitive. Should you always type them in lowercase? Can using uppercase letters in an email address prevent it from being delivered?
Understanding the rules of email address formatting can save time, prevent errors, and make sure your messages reach the intended recipients. Our guide explains how case sensitivity works, what major email providers like Gmail and Outlook do with capital letters, and best practices for entering email addresses accurately.
Email addresses have two parts: the local-part (everything before the @) and the domain (everything after). Technically, the local-part can be case-sensitive, while the domain can be written in upper or lowercase without any issues.
For example:
But here's the good news: the biggest modern email providers, including Gmail and Outlook, don't care about capitalization in the local-part either. In practice, User@gmail.com and user@gmail.com both land in the same inbox. Only some rare or older systems could treat uppercase and lowercase letters differently.
Why does this matter? If you're managing email lists or sending messages to custom domains, the rules might be stricter for some recipients.
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Want to avoid delivery problems? Just type all email addresses in lowercase. It's an easy habit that makes sure your emails get to the right person, no matter what system they're using.
Example:
There are some differences worth knowing:
Capitalization isn't the only thing that can mess up email delivery. The local-part should only include valid characters like letters, numbers, dots, hyphens, and underscores. No spaces allowed. Even tiny typos will stop your email from getting through.
Stick to these and you'll cut down on emails going to the wrong person or bouncing back because of capitalization mix-ups.
Are email addresses case-sensitive?
Technically, the local-part can be case-sensitive, but most modern providers don't treat it that way. For Gmail and Outlook, emails will be delivered regardless of the case used in the address.
Does capitalization affect email delivery in Gmail?
Nope.user@gmail.com capitalization, so User@gmail.com and user@gmail.com both go to the same inbox.
Should I enter all email addresses in lowercase?
Yes. Using lowercase cuts down on risking errors across different platforms.
Can Outlook email addresses be case-sensitive?
Most Outlook and Exchange servers ignore capitalization, but some company setups might have stricter rules.
Do domain names in email addresses care about case?
No. Domains can be upper or lowercase without any issues.
What if I use the wrong capitalization on a custom domain?
It usually works fine, but some older or stricter systems might reject the email. When in doubt, confirm with the recipient or their administrator.
Are there exceptions to these rules?
Yes. In rare cases, older servers or specific company systems might actually care about capitalization in the local-part.
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