Sudden account bans, list ownership disputes, and deliverability hostage situations. I analyze the terms that put your email list and business at risk.
Side-by-side comparison of consumer fairness scores across major email marketing platforms.
| Platform | Score | Grade | Key Gotcha | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ConvertKit
Best in Category
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65 | B- | Creator-friendly, clearer terms | View Review → |
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B
Beehiiv
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58 | C+ | Newsletter focused, newer platform | View Review → |
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Klaviyo
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52 | C | E-commerce focused, data retention issues | View Review → |
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M
Mailchimp
Lowest in Category
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45 | C- | Sudden account bans, list portability issues | View Review → |
All platforms can flag accounts for "spam" allegations with limited appeal options. Years of list building can be frozen instantly without clear explanation.
When accounts are suspended, exporting your subscriber list becomes difficult or impossible. Your audience becomes hostage to platform policies.
Promotional and affiliate content often triggers review processes. Platforms may restrict or ban accounts for content that violates vague "acceptable use" policies.
Costs scale rapidly with list size. Platforms may count unsubscribed or inactive subscribers, inflating your bills unexpectedly.
Click through for complete analysis of each platform's terms of service.
If your account has been suspended, you can't export your list, or you're facing deliverability problems, we have resources to help you understand your rights.
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