How to stop mail going into junk hotmail

The eternal struggle! Here are some tips to help you reduce the likelihood of your emails being marked as junk in Hotmail:

  1. Whitelist senders: Add the sender's email address to your Safe Senders list. This tells Hotmail that you trust the sender and want to receive emails from them. To do this:
    • Log in to your Hotmail account.
    • Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner.
    • Select "More mail settings" from the dropdown menu.
    • Click on "Safe and blocked senders" and then "Safe senders".
    • Enter the sender's email address and click "Add to list".
  2. Mark emails as not junk: If an email is incorrectly marked as junk, mark it as "Not junk" to help Hotmail's algorithm learn to recognize the sender as legitimate. To do this:
    • Open the email.
    • Click on the "Mark as not junk" button at the top of the email.
  3. Check your filters: Make sure your filters are set up correctly. You can create custom filters to move emails from specific senders or with specific keywords to your inbox. To do this:
    • Log in to your Hotmail account.
    • Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner.
    • Select "More mail settings" from the dropdown menu.
    • Click on "Filters and reporting" and then "Customize filters".
  4. Use a strong subject line: Avoid using generic subject lines like "Hello" or "Check this out". Instead, use descriptive subject lines that include the sender's name or a brief summary of the email's content.
  5. Avoid spammy keywords: Refrain from using spammy keywords like "free", "win", "limited time offer", or "click here" in your subject lines or email content.
  6. Use a legitimate email address: Make sure your email address is legitimate and not a disposable or temporary address.
  7. Monitor your email account: Regularly check your email account for any suspicious or spammy emails. Reporting these emails as spam can help Hotmail's algorithm learn to recognize similar emails as junk.
  8. Update your Hotmail account: Ensure your Hotmail account is up to date with the latest security patches and updates.
  9. Use a reputable email client: Use a reputable email client like Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, which can help you manage your emails more effectively and reduce the likelihood of emails being marked as junk.
  10. Contact Hotmail support: If you're still experiencing issues with emails being marked as junk, contact Hotmail support for assistance. They may be able to help you resolve the issue or provide additional guidance.

By following these tips, you can reduce the likelihood of your emails being marked as junk in Hotmail and improve your overall email experience.