Definition
Notices flag sensitive content and misuse. They do not guarantee legal protection.
Best Practices
- Use them for genuinely confidential mail.
- State what a misdirected recipient should do.
- Avoid blanket notices on every message.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A footer flagging that a message contains confidential content.
For sensitive, intended-only-for-reader content.
No, they are a notice, not a shield.