The categories of notifications the user opted into / opted out of. The email preferences do not include mandatory announcements as users can't opt out of them.
Optional. Updates on new features, tips and best practices.
OptInState
Opt in state of the email preference.
Enums
OPT_IN_STATE_UNSPECIFIED
Opt-in status is not specified.
OPTED_OUT
User has opted out of receiving this type of email.
OPTED_IN
User has opted in to receiving this type of email.
UNCONFIRMED
User has opted in to receiving this type of email and the confirmation email has been sent, but user has not yet confirmed the opt in (applies only to certain countries).
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