How to block unknown mail in gmail
There are several ways to block unknown mail in Gmail:
Method 1: Using Gmail's built-in feature
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
- Go to the "Filters and Blocked Addresses" tab.
- Click on "Create a new filter."
- In the "From" field, enter "unknown" or "spam" (without quotes).
- Click on "Create filter."
- Select "Block" as the action.
- Click on "Create" to apply the filter.
Method 2: Using Gmail's "Spam" label
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "See all settings."
- Go to the "Filters and Blocked Addresses" tab.
- Click on "Create a new filter."
- In the "To" field, enter "spam" (without quotes).
- Click on "Create filter."
- Select "Apply the label" as the action.
- Choose the "Spam" label from the dropdown menu.
- Click on "Create" to apply the filter.
Method 3: Using Gmail's "Report spam" feature
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Open the email you want to report as spam.
- Click on the three vertical dots at the top right corner of the email.
- Select "Report spam" from the dropdown menu.
- Gmail will automatically move the email to the "Spam" label and block future emails from the same sender.
Method 4: Using third-party plugins
There are several third-party plugins available that can help you block unknown mail in Gmail. Some popular options include:
- SpamAssassin: A plugin that uses machine learning algorithms to identify and block spam emails.
- SpamSieve: A plugin that uses a combination of algorithms and user feedback to identify and block spam emails.
- SaneBlackHole: A plugin that uses a combination of algorithms and user feedback to identify and block spam emails.
To install a third-party plugin, follow these steps:
- Log in to your Gmail account.
- Click on the gear icon in the upper right corner and select "Get add-ons."
- Search for the plugin you want to install.
- Click on the plugin's name to open its page.
- Click on the "Install" button.
- Follow the installation instructions to complete the installation.
Remember to always be cautious when installing third-party plugins, as they may have access to your email account and data.