What is Spam Email?

An unsolicited email sent in bulk and can include harmless advertising and malicious phishing attempts.

Ways to avoid Spam.

1. Use Spam Filters: Enable and configure spam filters in your email client to automatically detect and move suspicious emails to the spam folder.
2. Don’t Share Your Email Publicly: Avoid posting your email address on public websites, forums, or social media to reduce exposure to spammers.
3. Use a Secondary Email Address: Create a separate email for signing up for newsletters, promotions, or online services, keeping your primary email more private.
4. Avoid Clicking Suspicious Links: Do not click on links or download attachments from unknown or untrusted sources.
5. Don’t Respond to Spam Emails: Replying to spam emails confirms your address is active and may increase spam.
6. Use Email Aliases: Some email providers allow you to create aliases to use when signing up for sites, making it easier to track and block spam.
7. Keep Your Email Software Updated: Ensure your email client and antivirus software are updated to protect against new spam techniques.
8. Be Careful with Opt-ins: Only sign up for newsletters or services from trusted sources and read privacy policies to understand how your email will be used.
9. Block and Report Spam: Use the options in your email client to block senders and report spam to help improve filtering systems.
10. Use CAPTCHA When Possible: If you manage a website, implement CAPTCHA to prevent automated bots from harvesting email addresses.