How to block email address on optus mail

To block an email address on Optus Mail, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the Optus Mail Web Interface

  1. Log in to your Optus Mail account using your email address and password.
  2. Click on the "Settings" icon (represented by a gear or cog) in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Select "Filters" from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click on "Create a new filter" and enter the email address you want to block in the "From" field.
  5. Select "Block" as the action and click "Save".

Method 2: Using the Optus Mail Mobile App

  1. Open the Optus Mail mobile app on your device.
  2. Tap on the "Menu" icon (represented by three horizontal lines) in the top left corner of the screen.
  3. Select "Settings" from the menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Filters" section and tap on "Create a new filter".
  5. Enter the email address you want to block in the "From" field.
  6. Select "Block" as the action and tap "Save".

Method 3: Using IMAP or POP3 Settings

If you prefer to manage your email filters using IMAP or POP3 settings, you can follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your email client (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird) using your Optus Mail account.
  2. Go to the "Account Settings" or "Preferences" section.
  3. Look for the "Filters" or "Rules" section and click on it.
  4. Create a new filter and enter the email address you want to block in the "From" field.
  5. Select "Block" as the action and save the filter.

Note: You may need to restart your email client or log out and log back in to your Optus Mail account for the changes to take effect.

By blocking an email address, you can prevent unwanted emails from reaching your inbox. However, be aware that this may not prevent the sender from sending emails to other email addresses you may have.