126.com spam mail

The infamous 126.com spam mail!

126.com was a Chinese email service provider that was notorious for sending out massive amounts of spam emails in the early 2000s. The company's business model was based on sending out unsolicited commercial emails (UCE) to promote various products and services, often using fake or stolen email addresses.

The spam emails sent by 126.com typically had subject lines that were designed to trick recipients into opening the email, such as "You have won a prize!" or "Your account has been compromised!" The emails often contained malicious attachments or links that could install malware or phishing software on the recipient's computer.

The spam emails were so prolific that they became a major nuisance for internet users around the world. Many email providers, including major ISPs and email services, blocked 126.com emails or marked them as spam to prevent them from reaching users' inboxes.

In 2004, 126.com was shut down by Chinese authorities due to its involvement in spamming activities. However, the company's legacy lives on, and many people still remember the frustration and annoyance caused by its spam emails.

It's worth noting that the spamming activities of 126.com were not unique to the company, and many other email service providers and spammers have engaged in similar activities over the years. However, 126.com's sheer scale and persistence made it a particularly notable example of the problem.