Can You Use a Hyphen in an Email?
Yes, you can. A hyphen ( – ) is allowed in an email address. For example, john-smith@email.com is valid.
Simple Rule: A hyphen can go in the first part of the email, before the @ sign. It cannot start or end the name.
Rules to Remember
- Do not put a hyphen at the very start, like -john@email.com.
- Do not put a hyphen at the very end, like john-@email.com.
- Do not put two hyphens in a row, like john–smith@email.com.
Is a Hyphen a Good Idea?
It is fine, but some people forget the hyphen and mis-type your email. If you can, a dot ( . ) or a short name is easier to remember.