Usenet Posting Error 441: From Header Not in Internet Syntax

If you encounter Usenet error 441: Posting Failed - From header not in Internet syntax, it typically means your newsreader or posting software has a malformed 'From' email address in your post header.

Most newsreaders require a valid email format in the 'From' field—even if the address isn't real. The formatting simply needs to follow the structure of a standard Internet email address, such as:

[email protected]

Incorrect examples might look like:

• username@

• @example.com

• usernameexample.com

• A blank 'From' field

How to Fix the Error

Follow these steps to correct the 'From' field and resolve the error:

1. Open your newsreader or posting software.

2. Navigate to the account or identity settings.

3. Locate the 'From' email address field.

4. Enter a properly formatted email address, such as [email protected].

5. Save your settings and try posting again.

If you prefer not to use your actual email address, use a placeholder in the correct format like:

[email protected]

The key is proper formatting—not the legitimacy of the domain.