# Setting a List's Default Sender and Language

## Why this matters

Each list has a **default sender** and a **default language** used for the automated emails people receive when they subscribe and unsubscribe, and for the pages they see while managing their subscription. Setting these correctly keeps these automatic touchpoints on-brand and in the right language for your audience.

## Setting the default sender and language

<Stepper>

1. In the left menu, go to **Audience ▸ Contacts** and choose your list.

2. Click the **gear icon** in the top-right corner to open **Manage lists and attributes**.

3. Open the **Settings** tab.

4. Under **Default sender**, use **Select default sender** to choose the name and email address that will appear in the automated emails people receive when they subscribe and unsubscribe from this list.
   (Don't see your sender? Click **Manage senders** to add one. See [Adding a sender](/en/docs/senders/managing-senders).)

5. Under **Default language**, use **Select default language** to choose the language subscribers see when managing their subscription.

</Stepper>

<Callout type="info">
The default language sets the language for the **subscription management pages and automated emails** for this list. It does **not** change the language of your email campaigns.
</Callout>

## Troubleshooting

**My sender isn't in the list**

- Click **Manage senders** to add it, and make sure the sender is verified. See [Adding a sender](/en/docs/senders/managing-senders).

**The language didn't change**

- Confirm you saved the Settings tab after selecting the language.
- Remember this affects subscription management pages and automated emails, not your campaigns.

## Related articles

- [Adding a sender](/en/docs/senders/managing-senders) - Create and verify senders
- [Customizing subscription redirection pages](/en/docs/audience-building/customizing-subscription-redirection-pages) - Same Settings tab
- [Setting up your subscriber preference center](/en/docs/audience-building/subscriber-preference-center) - Manage interests
- [Creating an automated welcome email](/en/docs/automations/creating-an-automated-welcome-email) - Welcome new subscribers