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Apology Email to a Client for Miscommunication

Use this template when a miscommunication with a client has led to confusion, incorrect expectations, or a mistake in your deliverables. This email takes ownership of the communication breakdown, clarifies the correct information, and outlines steps to prevent similar issues going forward.

Subject: Apology and Clarification Regarding [Topic of Miscommunication] Dear [Client's Name],
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How to customize this template quickly

  1. Replace each placeholder with your real details.
  2. Adjust one sentence for your exact timeline and context.
  3. Read once for tone, then send.

Key placeholders in this version

[Topic of Miscommunication][Client's Name][specific topic, e.g., the project timeline, the scope of deliverables, the pricing details for the updated proposal, the specifications discussed during our last meeting][unclear, inaccurate, incomplete][describe what was miscommunicated, e.g., I indicated that the deliverables would be ready by March 15th when the realistic completion date is March 22nd, the quote I sent did not include the additional services we discussed during our call, I failed to communicate an important change in the project requirements to your team][provide the accurate information, e.g., the correct delivery date is March 22nd and I have updated the project schedule accordingly, the revised quote reflecting all discussed services is attached to this email, I have now sent the updated specifications to all relevant stakeholders on your team][Company Name][your phone number]

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