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Email signatures, done right.

Clear, practical guides on building signatures that look good and actually render in the inbox.

Best practicesJune 29, 2026·3 min read

Email signature vs email footer: what is the difference?

These two terms get used interchangeably, but they serve different purposes. Here is when to use each and how they work together.

TechnicalJune 29, 2026·4 min read

Gmail signature size limits: what actually gets cut off

Gmail clips signatures that are too long, too wide, or too heavy. Here are the real limits and how to stay inside them.

GuideJune 29, 2026·5 min read

The best email signature for freelancers (and what to leave out)

Freelancers live and die by first impressions. Here is exactly what goes in your signature, what kills credibility, and how to make it work harder for you.

DesignJune 28, 2026·6 min read

The 5 best Gmail signature templates for 2026

Not all email signatures are equal. Here are the five styles that hold up across every inbox in 2026, with the jobs they are each built for.

TechnicalJune 25, 2026·4 min read

Why HTML email signatures break (and how to fix them)

Signatures that look perfect when you build them often fall apart in the inbox. Here is why, and the table-based approach that renders reliably.

TeamsJune 24, 2026·5 min read

Email signatures for remote teams: how to keep them consistent

When your team is distributed, signatures drift fast — different formats, outdated titles, missing disclaimers. Here is how to standardise them without a big rollout.

DesignJune 22, 2026·5 min read

Email signature design tips: what makes one look great

Most email signatures are either too cluttered or too bare. These design principles help you build one that is professional, readable, and on-brand.

Best practicesJune 22, 2026·5 min read

Email signature best practices: what to include (and leave out)

A signature is a tiny business card on every email you send. Here is what earns its place, what to cut, and how to keep it readable everywhere.

GuideJune 20, 2026·5 min read

How to set up an email signature in Outlook (desktop and web)

Step-by-step instructions for adding an email signature in Outlook on Windows, Mac, and Outlook on the web — plus tips for consistent formatting.

GuideJune 18, 2026·4 min read

Email signature for students: how to look professional in every email

A student email signature helps you stand out to professors, internship recruiters, and networking contacts. Here is what to include and what to skip.

DesignJune 18, 2026·5 min read

Animated email signatures: what actually works in 2026

Animation can make a signature feel alive, but most effects break in email. Here is what survives in Gmail and how to keep it tasteful.

TroubleshootingJune 16, 2026·5 min read

Gmail signature not showing? Here is how to fix it

If your Gmail signature disappears on mobile, only shows on new emails, or does not appear at all, here are the most common causes and how to fix each one.

GuideJune 14, 2026·6 min read

Email signature for lawyers: required elements and best practices

Law firm email signatures often carry compliance obligations. Here is what attorneys need to include, what bar rules say, and how to keep it clean.

GuideJune 12, 2026·5 min read

Email signature for teachers: what to include (with examples)

A good teacher email signature builds trust with parents, saves time answering routine questions, and makes every email look professional. Here is exactly what to include.

GuideJune 10, 2026·4 min read

How to add a signature in Gmail (step by step)

A clear, no-nonsense walkthrough for adding or changing your email signature in Gmail on desktop and mobile, plus the settings most people miss.

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Roshan Ramani

Roshan Ramani

Solo developer

I'm a solo developer who builds small, useful products on my own. Signify came from wanting a Gmail signature that looked good and took a minute, without handing over an account or paying a subscription. I ship a lot of little tools like this. Happy to connect if you have feedback or ideas.