How to send a certified email (PEC)

Steps to obtain a PEC

• Choose a provider: the first step to obtain a PEC is to choose a provider that offers this service. There are many providers available online, but it's important to pay attention to their reliability and the quality of service offered.
• Register: once you have chosen your provider, you need to register on their website and follow the instructions for purchasing your PEC. You will usually be asked to provide personal details as well as those of your company or organization.
• Pay the annual fee: after completing registration, you will need to pay an annual fee for using your PEC. The cost may vary depending on the chosen provider and any additional options selected.
• Download the software: once payment has been made, you can download the necessary software for using your PEC. Your provider will provide detailed instructions on how to install and configure the program.
• Use your PEC: once the software is installed, you can use your PEC to send and receive certified emails. It's important to remember that using a PEC is mandatory in some situations, such as when communicating with public administration entities.

By following these simple steps, you can obtain a PEC and use it to send certified emails securely and reliably.

How to send a PEC

Certified Email (PEC) is an electronic communication method that guarantees authenticity, confidentiality, and integrity of messages exchanged between sender and recipient. In Italy, PEC is regulated by law.

Steps to send a PEC

• 1. Acquire a certified email address: To send a PEC, you need to have an active certified email address from a provider accredited by the Ministry of Economic Development. There are many providers that offer this service for a fee or for free.
• 2. Access the certified email address: Once you have acquired your certified email address, you can access it through the provider's website or using an email client compatible with the IMAP/POP3 protocol.
• 3. Compose the message: After accessing your certified email address, you can compose your message as you would normally do with a traditional email. However, there are some important differences to keep in mind:
  • - The "To" field must contain the recipient's PEC address.
  • - The "Subject" field must be filled out and must contain a brief description of the message subject.
  • - The body of the message must not exceed 5MB in size.
• 4. Attach documents: If you need to attach documents to your message, they must be converted to PDF or ZIP format and must not exceed a maximum combined size of 10MB. Additionally, file names cannot contain special characters such as spaces, accents, or special symbols.

• 5. Sending the PEC: After verifying that all information is correct, you can send the PEC by clicking on the "Send" button. Once sent, the sender will receive a delivery notification and the recipient will receive a receipt notification.

Now that you know how to send a PEC, make sure to always use this method when you need to communicate important or confidential information with others. Remember that PEC has legal value and is much more secure than traditional email.

Conclusions

Sending a PEC may seem complicated, but by following the right steps and using the correct tools, it becomes a very simple operation. Remember to always have your certified email address available and carefully check the recipient's address before sending your PEC.

If you need to send sensitive or legal documents, PEC is a safe and reliable tool that allows you to obtain legal proof of delivery.

Also remember that you can take advantage of free or paid online services to send your PEC even more easily and quickly.

• Always verify the content of your PEC before sending it;
• Use a clear and concise subject to avoid your email ending up in spam;
• Always keep your PEC account active to receive delivery notifications.

By following these tips, you will be able to send your PEC safely and efficiently, saving time and money. Do not hesitate to contact your PEC provider's technical support in case of doubts or problems.