Can i avoid someone from sending me mail on gmail

While you can't completely block someone from sending you mail on Gmail, you can take steps to reduce the likelihood of receiving unwanted emails from them. Here are some methods to help you minimize unwanted emails:

  1. Report spam: If you receive an email from someone you don't want to hear from, mark it as spam. This will help Gmail's algorithms learn to recognize similar emails as spam in the future.
  2. Block the sender: You can block the sender's email address or domain. To do this:
    • Open the email from the sender you want to block.
    • Click on the three vertical dots at the top right corner of the email.
    • Select "Block [sender's email address] from Gmail."
    • Confirm that you want to block the sender.
  3. Filter emails: Create a filter to automatically move or delete emails from a specific sender. To do this:
    • Go to Gmail's settings (gear icon) > Filters and Blocked Addresses.
    • Click on "Create a new filter."
    • Enter the sender's email address or domain in the "From" field.
    • Choose the action you want to take (e.g., "Delete it" or "Mark as read").
    • Click "Create filter."
  4. Use Gmail's "Not suspicious" feature: If you receive an email from someone you don't want to hear from, but it's not spam, you can mark it as "Not suspicious." This will help Gmail's algorithms learn to recognize similar emails as legitimate in the future.
  5. Use a third-party email client or plugin: If you're using a third-party email client or plugin, such as SaneBlackHole or SpamAssassin, you can configure it to block or filter out unwanted emails.
  6. Use Gmail's "Undo Send" feature: If you're concerned about receiving unwanted emails from someone, you can use Gmail's "Undo Send" feature. This allows you to retract an email you've sent within a short period (usually 5-30 seconds) after sending it.

Remember that while these methods can help reduce unwanted emails, they may not be 100% effective. If you're experiencing persistent harassment or spam, you may want to consider reporting the issue to Gmail's support team or law enforcement.