Mailing lists

• One can configure a mailing list by logging into the administrative page with the passcode. Do not need to be an administrator.
  • An example of the administrative page: https://lists.bnl.gov/mailman/admin/star-talks-l
• Mailing list administrators will receive email notifications on new subscription requests, and can approve them as appropriate
  • PWG conveners are administrators of PWG mailing lists
  • One can add or remove administrators on the administrative page
• How to configure a new mailing list? (check an existing list: https://lists.bnl.gov/mailman/admin/star-talks-l)
  • General Options
    • Replace the From: ... domain's DMARC or similar policies. -> select "Munge From"
    • Should any existing Reply-To: header found in the original message be stripped? -> select "Yes"
    • Where are replies to list messages directed? -> select "This list"
    • Maximum length in kilobytes (KB) of a message body -> set to "0"
  • Archive Options
    • Archive messages -> Yes
    • Is archive file source for public or private archival? -> private
    • How often should a new archive volume be started? -> Monthly
  • Privacy Options
    • What steps are required for subscription? -> select "Require approval" or "Confirm and approve"
• Subscription: Membership Management -> Mass Subscription
• Unsubscription: Membership Management -> Mass Removal