How to prevent ad mails

The pesky ad mails! Here are some tips to help you prevent or reduce unwanted advertising emails:

  1. Unsubscribe from unwanted emails: Look for an "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of the email and click on it. This will help you stop receiving emails from that particular sender.
  2. Use a spam filter: Most email providers, such as Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook, have built-in spam filters that can help block unwanted emails. You can also use third-party spam filters like SpamAssassin or SpamSieve.
  3. Report spam: If an email is marked as spam, report it to your email provider or the sender's email provider. This helps them identify and block similar emails in the future.
  4. Use a disposable email address: Consider using a disposable email address, like Mailinator or 10 Minute Mail, for signing up to websites or services that you don't plan to use regularly.
  5. Be cautious when signing up: When signing up for a service or newsletter, make sure to read the terms and conditions and understand what you're agreeing to. Be wary of checkboxes that are pre-checked, as they may sign you up for additional emails.
  6. Use a strong password: Use a strong and unique password for your email account to prevent unauthorized access and reduce the risk of your account being compromised.
  7. Keep your email account secure: Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your email account to add an extra layer of security. This will require you to enter a verification code sent to your phone or another device in addition to your password.
  8. Use a email client with built-in filtering: Some email clients, like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, have built-in filtering capabilities that can help block unwanted emails.
  9. Use a VPN: Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help protect your online identity and reduce the risk of your email address being harvested by spammers.
  10. Monitor your email account activity: Regularly check your email account activity to detect any suspicious activity, such as login attempts from unknown locations or unusual email activity.
  11. Use a email client with anti-spam features: Some email clients, like ProtonMail or Tutanota, have built-in anti-spam features that can help block unwanted emails.
  12. Don't respond to spam emails: Never respond to spam emails, as this can confirm to the sender that your email address is active and may lead to more spam emails.
  13. Use a email address alias: Consider using an email address alias, like a forwarding email address, to receive emails from specific senders or services without exposing your primary email address.
  14. Use a email client with a "junk" folder: Some email clients, like Gmail, have a "junk" folder that can help you manage unwanted emails.
  15. Keep your email client and operating system up to date: Regularly update your email client and operating system to ensure you have the latest security patches and features to help prevent spam emails.

By following these tips, you can reduce the number of unwanted advertising emails you receive and keep your email account more secure.