Junk mail filter hotmail

The eternal struggle against junk mail!

Hotmail (now Outlook.com) has a built-in junk mail filter that helps to block unwanted emails from reaching your inbox. Here's how to use it:

Method 1: Using the Junk Email Filter

  1. Log in to your Hotmail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Select "More mail settings" from the dropdown menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Junk email" section.
  5. Click on "Junk email settings".
  6. You can choose from three options:
    • "Low": This setting is more lenient and may allow some junk emails to reach your inbox.
    • "Medium": This is the default setting, which strikes a balance between blocking junk emails and allowing legitimate emails to reach your inbox.
    • "High": This setting is more aggressive and may block some legitimate emails.
  7. You can also add specific email addresses or domains to the "Safe senders" list to ensure that emails from those sources are not marked as junk.

Method 2: Using the "Mark as Junk" Button

  1. Log in to your Hotmail account.
  2. Open an email that you think is junk.
  3. Click on the "Mark as Junk" button () at the top of the email.
  4. Confirm that you want to mark the email as junk.

Tips to Improve Your Junk Mail Filter

  1. Report junk emails: When you mark an email as junk, it helps to train the filter to recognize similar emails in the future.
  2. Add senders to the "Safe senders" list: If you receive emails from a legitimate sender that are being marked as junk, add their email address or domain to the "Safe senders" list.
  3. Use a strong password: A strong password can help to prevent your account from being compromised, which can reduce the amount of junk email you receive.
  4. Be cautious with links and attachments: Avoid clicking on links or opening attachments from unfamiliar senders, as they may be phishing attempts or contain malware.

By following these steps and tips, you can help to improve the effectiveness of your Hotmail junk mail filter and reduce the amount of unwanted emails in your inbox.