Unit 3: Gmail Warm-Up

Warming Gmail is the core step, as email is the main channel for outreach. Google’s systems measure sending volume, reply rates, and behavior patterns.

14-Day Gmail Warm-Up Schedule

Days 1–3

• Log in daily.
• Open and read system or welcome emails.
• Send 1 simple email to your alternate Gmail or a trusted friend.
• Reply to 1–2 incoming messages (even short replies like “Thanks”).

Days 4–7

• Increase to 2–3 casual emails per day.
• Use natural topics (YouTube links, questions, friendly updates).
• Make sure to reply to any responses.

Days 8–14

• Add a professional email signature (name + title or business).
• Create folders/labels (e.g., “Personal,” “Work”).
• Send 4–5 non-sales emails daily.
• Keep tone casual, like you’re emailing friends.

Trust Signals for Gmail

Google monitors your activity to decide whether your account is human or spammy. Strengthen your profile by:

• Adding a recovery email and verifying a phone number.
• Staying logged in instead of constantly signing in/out.
• Opening and reading received emails.
• Marking important emails with a star.

Important: Don’t rush. Too much activity too early can make the account suspicious.

What Not to Do

Avoid these mistakes during the warm-up phase:

• ❌ No cold outreach or promotional emails.
• ❌ Don’t CC or BCC multiple people.
• ❌ Don’t attach files or links too early.
• ❌ Don’t copy-paste templates or use automation tools.

Keep every email short, friendly, and natural.

Example Warm-Up Emails

• “Hey, just testing this — can you reply when you get it?”
• “Here’s a video I liked, thought you’d enjoy it.”
• “Checking in, hope all is good.”

These light interactions mimic normal human communication.

Google Browsing Habits

While warming up Gmail, also:

• Watch YouTube daily.
• Search random topics in Google.
• Use Maps to look up local shops or directions.
• Browse in Chrome while signed in.

These extra touches make your account appear more genuine.