Mail merge is a useful tool for sending personalized emails at scale—but when enabled for students, it opens the door to misuse, spamming, or potential phishing attempts. Schools should review this setting in their Google Workspace and ensure mail merge is limited to staff only, where it’s typically used for approved communication tasks like newsletters or parent updates.

By disabling mail merge for student accounts, school IT teams reduce the risk of mass email abuse and improve email security and deliverability. It also ensures that all large-scale communications remain aligned with school policy and oversight.

At Get Set Tech, we help schools configure communication tools to maximize clarity and minimize risk. From Gmail permissions to domain-wide settings, our team supports secure and efficient messaging environments.