Why is yahoo mail set to block images

Yahoo Mail has a default setting to block images in emails to prevent malicious content from being downloaded and potentially harming your device or compromising your security. This setting is in place to protect users from various types of threats, including:

  1. Malware and viruses: Images can be used to distribute malware, viruses, and other types of malicious software. By blocking images, Yahoo Mail reduces the risk of your device being infected.
  2. Phishing attacks: Images can be used to trick users into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers. By blocking images, Yahoo Mail makes it more difficult for attackers to use this tactic.
  3. Spam and junk mail: Images can be used to make spam and junk mail more convincing and appealing. By blocking images, Yahoo Mail reduces the likelihood of users falling prey to these types of emails.
  4. Data harvesting: Images can be used to collect user data, such as IP addresses, browser information, and other sensitive details. By blocking images, Yahoo Mail reduces the risk of user data being harvested.

To unblock images in Yahoo Mail, you can follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your Yahoo Mail account.
  2. Click on the gear icon () in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Select "More settings" from the dropdown menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Security" section.
  5. Click on "Block images and links" and toggle the switch to the "Off" position.

Alternatively, you can also unblock images on a per-email basis by clicking on the "Show images" button at the top of the email message.

It's worth noting that while blocking images can provide some level of protection, it's not a foolproof solution. It's still important to exercise caution when opening emails and attachments, and to be aware of potential phishing and spam attempts.