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How to edit the purge period for hard bounces in Sendgrid

Here is how to edit the purge period for hard bounces in sendgrid

  1. First click on the "Settings" option in the left sidebar
  2. Click on the "Mail Settings" option in the Settings submenu
  3. Scroll down to the "Suppression Settings" section on the page
  4. Next click on the edit icon next to the "Purge Hard & Soft Bounces" setting
  5. Locate the "Number of Days after which Hard Bounces will be Purged" input field
  6. Then modify the hard bounce purge days value as needed
  7. Finally click on the "Save" button to save the changes

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Why should you edit the purge period for hard bounces in Sendgrid

SendGrid is a premier platform designed to streamline email delivery and optimize communication for businesses.

One standout feature is the ability to edit the purge period for hard bounces. This flexibility allows users to customize how long unsuccessful email attempts are stored, ensuring efficient management of email lists.

Adjusting this purge period can enhance your mailing strategy by keeping your contact lists clean. It reduces unproductive re-sends to addresses that permanently bounce, thus improving deliverability rates and maintaining sender reputation.

Last update
March 9, 2026
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