421 4.7.29: Blocked: Local Policy (New Sender)
The 421 4.7.29 error means Google is temporarily blocking your new IP or domain. Learn how to implement IP warmup and fix this new sender hold.
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421
4.7.29
Blocked: Local Policy (New Sender)
Common
🔢 Enhanced Status Code Breakdown: 4.7.29
| Component | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Class | 4 | Temporary failure (Soft bounce) |
| Subject | 7 | Security or policy |
| Detail | 29 | Blocked: Local Policy (New Sender) |
Per RFC 3463 Enhanced Mail System Status Codes. Class (X) = severity, Subject (Y) = category, Detail (Z) = specific condition.
💬 What This Error Means
You're the 'new kid on the block' and Google is playing it safe. Because your IP address or domain is new, Google is holding your mail briefly to make sure you aren't a spammer. Once you build up some history, these holds will disappear.
Common Causes
- You've just started sending from a new IP address
- You've suddenly increased the amount of mail you're sending
- A local anti-spam rule has triggered a "wait and see" period
How to Fix This
- Start by sending to your most active and engaged users to build trust
- Increase your sending volume slowly over several weeks (IP warmup)
- Your server will automatically try again. The hold is only temporary
📚 Official Documentation
Google 421 4.7.29 is issued for new senders. Warm up your IP gradually, starting with your most engaged recipients and increasing volume weekly.
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421-4.7.29 Our system has detected that this message does not meet IPv6 sending guidelines
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