Spam mails in gmail

The pesky spam emails in Gmail! Here are some ways to deal with them:

Why do I get so many spam emails in Gmail?

Spam emails are sent by spammers who try to trick you into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or other personal data. They may also contain malware, viruses, or phishing links. Gmail uses various algorithms to filter out spam emails, but some may still slip through.

How to report spam emails in Gmail?

  1. Mark as spam: Click the "Report spam" button () next to the email. This will help Gmail's algorithms learn to recognize similar emails as spam in the future.
  2. Report phishing: If you receive a suspicious email that asks for sensitive information, click the "Report phishing" button () next to the email. This will report the email to Google's phishing team.

How to block spam emails in Gmail?

  1. Block sender: Click the "Block [sender's email]" button () next to the email. This will prevent emails from that sender from reaching your inbox.
  2. Create a filter: Go to Gmail's settings (gear icon) > Filters and Blocked Addresses. Create a new filter by specifying the sender's email address or keywords from the spam email. Choose "Apply the label" and select "Spam" or "Block" to apply the filter.

How to prevent spam emails from reaching your Gmail inbox?

  1. Use two-factor authentication: Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to your account.
  2. Use a strong password: Use a unique and complex password for your Gmail account.
  3. Keep your account up to date: Regularly update your Gmail account settings and password to prevent hackers from exploiting vulnerabilities.
  4. Use a spam filter: Consider using a third-party spam filter, such as SpamAssassin or SpamSieve, to help block spam emails.
  5. Be cautious with links and attachments: Avoid clicking on suspicious links or opening attachments from unknown senders.

How to manage your Gmail inbox to reduce spam emails?

  1. Use labels: Create labels for your emails and apply them to spam emails. This will help you quickly identify and delete spam emails.
  2. Use the "Priority Inbox" feature: Enable Priority Inbox to help Gmail prioritize important emails and move less important emails, including spam, to a separate tab.
  3. Use the "Undo Send" feature: Enable Undo Send to give you a short window to retract an email after sending it, in case you accidentally sent an email to the wrong person or with a mistake.

By following these tips, you can reduce the number of spam emails in your Gmail inbox and keep your account more secure.