Release Notes Email Template (Copy and Paste)

March 17, 2026
4 min read

Why Use a Template?

A good release notes email template saves time and ensures consistency. Users recognize your format and know where to find information quickly.

Template: Weekly Product Update

Copy and customize this template for your product:

Subject: What's New in [Product Name] - [Date]


What's New This Week

Here's what we shipped this week to make [Product Name] better for you.

✨ New Features

  • [Feature Name] - [One sentence describing what users can now do]
  • [Feature Name] - [One sentence describing what users can now do]

⚡ Improvements

  • [Description of improvement and impact]
  • [Description of improvement and impact]

🐛 Bug Fixes

  • Fixed [issue description]
  • Resolved [issue description]

Try these updates now

[Link to product] →

Template: Major Release

Subject: [Product Name] [Version] is Here!


Introducing [Product Name] [Version]

We're excited to announce our biggest release yet. Here's everything that's new.

🎉 Highlights

  • [Major Feature] - [Description and impact]

📖 Full Changelog

[Link to detailed changelog]

⚠️ Breaking Changes

[If applicable, list breaking changes and migration steps]

Best Practices

  • Keep it scannable - Use headers and bullet points
  • Lead with value - Most important updates first
  • Include CTAs - Links to try features
  • Be consistent - Same format every time
  • Mobile-friendly - Test on mobile devices

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