MailtoMaker Blog
Deep dives into email links, HTML best practices, and developer guides.
How to Create Mailto QR Codes (Free Generator + Use Cases)
Generate QR codes for mailto links instantly. Perfect for business cards, conference badges, and print materials. Free tool with download options.
Why Mailto Links Cannot Send Attachments (RFC 6068 Explained)
Learn why the mailto: URI scheme does not support file attachments per RFC 6068, and discover secure alternatives for sending files via email links.
Gmail vs Outlook vs Apple Mail: Email Client Comparison 2026
Compare the top email clients for mailto link compatibility. Detailed analysis of Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and Thunderbird features, limitations, and best practices.
Mailto BCC and CC Parameters: Complete RFC 6068 Guide
Learn how to use the cc and bcc parameters in mailto links per RFC 6068. Includes syntax examples, encoding tips, and email client compatibility notes.
RFC 6068: The Complete Guide to the Mailto URI Scheme Standard
Understand RFC 6068, the official Internet standard for mailto links. Learn what parameters are allowed, security considerations, and how to implement compliant email links.
How to Add Attachments to Mailto Links: 5 Working Solutions (2026)
Need to send files via mailto? While native support is limited, these 5 proven workarounds (Cloud Links, Forms, etc.) work perfectly in 2026. Copy our code snippets.
Mailto Link Not Working? 10 Common Issues + Fixes (2026 Guide)
Comprehensive troubleshooting guide for broken mailto links. Diagnose and fix issues with URL encoding, email clients, mobile apps, browser settings, and more. Includes code examples and testing tools.
Mailto Link Security Best Practices for Enterprise (2026 Guide)
Comprehensive security guide for mailto links in enterprise environments. Covers email harvesting prevention, XSS protection, CSP policies, spam mitigation, GDPR compliance, and secure implementation patterns.
Mailto HTML: How to Create Email Links in HTML (Complete Guide)
Learn how to add mailto links in HTML with our complete guide. Covers href mailto syntax, subject, body, cc, bcc parameters with copy-paste examples.
Mailto Link Generators vs. Manual Coding: Which is Better?
Should you code mailto links by hand or use a generator? We compare accuracy, speed, and error rates to help you decide.
Top 5 Email Clients in 2026 and How They Handle Mailto Links
A technical deep dive into how Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and others handle mailto links in 2026. Ensure your links work everywhere.
Stop Using mailto: for Forms! (Do This Instead)
Why action="mailto:..." is a bad idea for web forms. Learn the reliability issues, security concerns, and better alternatives for 2025.
Mailto Links vs Contact Forms: When to Use Which (2026 Decision Guide)
Complete comparison of mailto links and contact forms for websites. Includes decision tree, use case matrix, implementation costs, conversion rates, and hybrid approaches for optimal user experience.
Does Mailto Still Work in 2026? Yes - Here's Why Email Links Are Essential
Wondering if mailto links still work? Yes! Learn why mailto remains the universal standard for email in 2026 and how it beats Slack, Teams, and chatbots for business communication.
Gmail Mailto Link Best Practices
Design mailto links that render flawlessly in Gmail across web and mobile clients, with guidance on encoding, tracking, and fallback workflows.
Outlook Mailto Link Issues and Solutions
Troubleshoot Outlook-specific problems with mailto links, from protocol handlers to URL length limits, and ship reliable email CTAs.
JavaScript Mailto Link Implementation Guide
Use vanilla JS and modern frameworks to generate encoded mailto links, validate inputs, and integrate email CTAs without breaking Core Web Vitals.