Streamlined Interface Makes Sending Bccthis Messages Easier

Today we’re releasing a streamlined interface to Bccthis for Outlook that will not only make sending Bccthis messages easier but also give you greater control over the messages you send. Of particular note, sending a Bccthis message to someone in the Bcc field now means that your recipient gets just one email from you containing the private Bccthis message and the original email.

So whether you’re new to Bccthis or you’ve been using it for a while now, here’s a quick overview of how the updated release works:

Sending Bccthis Messages
To compose a Bccthis message just type your private message into the Bccthis panel that shows up when you start a new email (the panel can be minimized when not in use). Email addresses are automatically added to the Select Bccthis Recipients field from your original email so all you have to do is select the check-box of the appropriate individual(s) you want to send your Bccthis message to and only those persons will receive your Bccthis message.

(Tip: include yourself in the Bcc field and check your name on the Select Bccthis Recipients field to send yourself notes or simply to see what your Bccthis message looks like)

Receiving Bccthis Messages
A good thing to keep in mind: the Bccthis plugin is not needed for your recipients to view your Bccthis message. It just shows up, on any email client and on any device. If it is the first time you’re sending someone a Bccthis message you may want to add a brief description to your private message for them (or better yet, just tell them to check out www.bccthis.com and download it free).

When you send a Bccthis message to someone in the To or Cc field, your recipient will receive 2 emails – the original and the Bccthis. If a Bccthis message is sent to someone only listed in the Bcc field, that person will only receive 1 email with both the Bccthis and the original email message. This is done so that Bccthis recipients in the To or Cc field can continue the public discussion while engaging directly with you in private.

Note: Bccthis gives Outlook users the option to consolidate all Bccthis messages into one email (Settings can be changed in the Bccthis Options menu on the main Outlook window).

Safety Features
When replying to an email that includes a Bccthis message (and the Bccthis plug-in is installed), you will be asked if you want to include the private information or not. Choosing “no” will strip the Bccthis message from the email and allow you to safely continue the public discussion.

When someone receives a Bccthis message and they do not have the plug-in installed, all other recipients are stripped from the email to prevent any ghastly reply-to-all mistakes (we’ve got your back).

Finally, you can minimize the panel when not in use by clicking the “double down” arrows in the lower left-hand corner. (Note: you can also adjust the size of the Bccthis panel so that it will always open to the preferred dimension)

That’s it – you’re ready to go! If you haven’t done so already, download Bccthis for Outlook, Gmail or BlackBerry for free and help spread the word on to your friends!

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