How to stop spam mail in outlook 2010
The never-ending battle against spam mail! Here are some steps to help you reduce spam mail in Outlook 2010:
1. Enable Junk Email Filter:
- Go to Home tab > Junk button > Junk Email Options.
- Make sure the Junk Email Filter is enabled.
- You can also adjust the filter level from Low to High to block more spam.
2. Update the Junk Email Filter:
- Go to Home tab > Junk button > Update.
- Outlook will download the latest spam filtering rules from Microsoft.
3. Block Senders:
- Go to Home tab > Junk button > Junk Email Options.
- Click on the Blocked Senders tab.
- Add the sender's email address or domain to the Blocked Senders list.
4. Allow Senders:
- Go to Home tab > Junk button > Junk Email Options.
- Click on the Safe Senders tab.
- Add the sender's email address or domain to the Safe Senders list.
5. Use a Spam Filter Add-in:
- There are several third-party add-ins available that can help filter out spam, such as SpamAssassin, SpamSieve, or SpamFilter.
- These add-ins can be downloaded and installed from the Microsoft Office Add-ins website.
6. Report Spam:
- When you receive a spam email, mark it as Junk by clicking on the Junk button in the Home tab.
- This will help Outlook learn to recognize similar emails as spam in the future.
7. Use a Disposable Email Address:
- Consider using a disposable email address (e.g., Mailinator, 10 Minute Mail) when signing up for services or newsletters that may send spam.
8. Be cautious with email attachments:
- Avoid opening attachments from unknown senders, as they may contain malware or viruses.
9. Keep your Outlook software up to date:
- Regularly update your Outlook software to ensure you have the latest security patches and features.
10. Use a reputable antivirus software:
- Install and regularly update antivirus software to protect your computer from malware and viruses that may be spread through email.
By following these steps, you can significantly reduce the amount of spam mail you receive in Outlook 2010.