<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Phishing is one of the most dangerous types of cyberattacks given the dire consequences in the wake of a successful attack. In 2017, Google and Facebook had to bear a <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://sprinto.com/blog/phishing-statistics/">massive loss of $100 million</a> because of phishing. These types of attacks are the most easy to fall for. It is imperative to be aware of the potential risks associated with them.</p>
<h2 id="whatisphishing">What is Phishing?</h2>
<p>Phishing is a type of social engineering attack in which scammers trick people into disclosing sensitive information such as passwords and credit card details. It uses psychological manipulation to exploit people's weaknesses. It is one of the most common types of cyberattacks performed globally. Did you know that the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.stationx.net/">average click rate for phishing emails</a> in 2021 was 17.8%?</p>
<h3 id="somecommonphishingmethods">Some Common Phishing Methods</h3>
<p>Scammers conduct phishing attacks in a wide variety of ways. Their techniques are also very sophisticated. Below, we discuss some common methods of phishing:</p>
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<p><strong>Email Phishing</strong><br>
Email phishing is the most common and effective method of phishing. Given its wide use, scammers target this communication channel the most. Phishers often use <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Email_spoofing">spoofed email addresses</a> to make the email appear to be from a legitimate source.</p>
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<p><strong>Fake Websites</strong><br>
Creating fake websites is another way used for phishing attacks. Attackers create replicas of existing websites. They design them in a way that it becomes almost impossible to discern the difference between the two websites, unless you pay close attention. This way, users unintentionally enter sensitive information on the counterfeit website.</p>
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<p><strong>Smishing (SMS Phishing)</strong><br>
Smishing refers to phishing attacks attempted via text messages. Order Delivery Scams are one of the most common smishing attacks.</p>
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<p><strong>Spear Phishing</strong><br>
Spear phishing is a category of phishing attacks that is aimed explicilty towards specific individuals or organizations. These phishing targets are not selected randomly. Phishers research their targets beforehand and may utilize their personal information in the attacks so that people are more likely to fall for the scam.</p>
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<h2 id="howcanyouidentifyaphishingemail">How Can You Identify a Phishing Email?</h2>
<p>Identifying phishing emails can be difficult because phishers use sophisticated techniques to deceive users. With the boom of Generative AI, detecting phishing emails is becoming even more challenging. However, there are some commonly known tricks used by most phishers. Becoming aware of them can lower your chances of becoming a target to phishers.</p>
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<p><strong>Suspicious Sender</strong><br>
If you receive an email from a suspicious sender, check that it is not from a spoofed email address. A spoofed email address is a fake address that tries to mimic a legitimate organization. For example, you may receive a phishing email from a fake domain, &quot;facebok.com,&quot; instead of &quot;facebook.com.&quot;</p>
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<p><strong>Mismatched Name and Email Address</strong><br>
Phishers take advantage of the fact that most people overlook a sender's email address and only read the sender's name, which can be easily set to any legitimate organization's name. For example, you may receive a phishing email from an account named &quot;PayPal.&quot; However, the email address could be totally different, such as &quot;<a href="mailto:randomuser123@gmail.com">randomuser123@gmail.com</a>.&quot;</p>
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<p><strong>Spelling and Grammatical Mistakes</strong><br>
One of the easiest ways to identify a phishing email is to look for any typos or grammatical mistakes, which can be both intentional and unintentional. One of the reasons for committing such errors is to target people who are likely to ignore them.</p>
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<p><strong>Generic Greeting Style</strong><br>
An email with a generic greeting instead of a customized one with your name could be a phishing email. Phishers send out these emails randomly in bulk and do not know each recipient's name, so they opt for generic greetings such as &quot;Dear user,&quot; &quot;Hello sir/mam,&quot; or simply &quot;Hi.&quot; However, Spear Phishing emails (where users are specifically targeted) may use personalized greetings to gain user's trust.</p>
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<p><strong>Sense of Urgency or Threatening Language</strong><br>
Phishers use fear tactics so that people act hastily and ignore the fact that they are being lured into a phishing attack. Some examples are asking for credit card details while pretending to be a representative from your bank or asking you to reset your password within the next 10 minutes or else your account will be blocked.</p>
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<h2 id="phishingexamples">Phishing Examples</h2>
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<li><strong>Account Verification Email</strong><br>
Asking to verify your account is a common tactic used by phishers. These emails look deceptively legitimate, tricking users into believing a legitimate platform is contacting them. Phishers coerce users to provide their sensitive information by saying that their accounts will be deactivated if they do not take action soon. Those who fall for the trap click on the malicious verification link and end up getting hacked.</li>
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<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-spot-a-phishing-email-protecting-your-email-privacy-from-scams-1.png" alt="PayPal Phishing Scam" />
<p><small>Image: <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.appriver.com/">AppRiver</a></small></p>
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<li><strong>Online Shopping Scam</strong><br>
Phishers create replicas of order confirmation and shipping emails from popular e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and eBay. As the email recipients haven't placed that order, they click on a link in the email to cancel that order, not knowing it is malicious. The link may take them to a website that is a copy of the original one and harvest users' sensitive information.</li>
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<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-spot-a-phishing-email-protecting-your-email-privacy-from-scams-2.png" alt="Amazon Order Phishing Scam" />
<p><small>Image: <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://ironscales.com/">IronScales</a></small></p>
<h2 id="precautionarymeasuresagainstphishingemails">Precautionary Measures Against Phishing Emails</h2>
<p>It is essential to be aware of the potential risks associated with phishing attacks and how to protect yourself from them before any damage is done. Following the best practices and using anti-phishing tools can make a big difference.</p>
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<p><strong>Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)</strong><br>
Ensure that <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/access-management/what-is-two-factor-authentication/">two-factor authentication</a> is enabled on all your accounts to make it almost impossible for hackers to access your account.</p>
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<p><strong>Install and Regularly Update Antivirus Software</strong><br>
Having robust antivirus software installed on your devices can protect you against many of the dangers posed by phishing attacks. Such software can detect and block potentially unsafe websites and email attachments.</p>
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<p><strong>Raise Awareness</strong><br>
Conduct employee training to educate employees about the growing trend of phishing attacks and techniques for protecting themselves against bad actors.</p>
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<p><strong>Use Anti-Spam tools</strong><br>
Use robust anti-spam and anti-phishing tools for automatically detecting phishing emails.</p>
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<p><strong>Check the Destination of Attached Links</strong><br>
Do not open any links unless you are sure they are safe. Malicious links use misleading anchor texts. Hover over the links to check their destination. Copy the link URL (without opening it) by right-clicking on it and selecting &quot;copy link address.&quot; Upload it to a <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">link checker tool</a> to ensure it is not being used for phishing.</p>
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<h2 id="whattodoifyourespondedtoaphishingemail">What to Do if You Responded to a Phishing Email</h2>
<p>If you accidentally interact with a phishing email by either replying to it or clicking on any link or attachments, don't panic and take prompt action.</p>
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<p>Change your password and enable two-factor authentication (if applicable) on your compromised account so that the hacker cannot access it.</p>
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<p>Report the email to your email service provider.</p>
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<p>Contact the relevant authorities, such as your bank, if you accidentally provided your bank account information, card details, or account credentials.</p>
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<p>Monitor your account and device for signs of any unusual activity.</p>
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<h2 id="howtoreportphishingemailsingmail">How to Report Phishing Emails in Gmail</h2>
<p>If you believe an email sent to you is a phishing attempt, you can report it to Gmail. Emails from an email address that is reported by a significant number of users will likely end up in spam. Gmail will mark the reported phishing email as spam and do the same for any similar emails in the future. A copy of the reported phishing email will automatically be sent to Gmail for review, which will be used to train its algorithms to detect such emails better next time.</p>
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<p>Click on the three vertical dots menu to the right of the email.</p>
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<p>Select the &quot;Report phishing&quot; option from the dropdown.</p>
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<h2 id="blocksendertool">Block Sender Tool</h2>
<p>Receiving phishing emails can be frustrating. Thankfully, most email providers can effectively block most of these emails and let you report any emails that manage to evade detection by their system. However, phishers may create multiple email addresses using a spoofed domain, such as <a href="mailto:support@facebok.com">support@facebok.com</a>, <a href="mailto:no-reply@facebok.com">no-reply@facebok.com</a>. You may block one address but receive emails from other email addresses. You may be able to detect phishing one time but miss it the next. If you don't want this to happen, consider blocking the entire spoofed domain. You can achieve this by using Block Sender.</p>
<p>Block Sender is a robust tool designed to solve email-blocking problems. Need to block an entire domain, domain extension, IP address, sender, or email address, or bounce back emails? Block Sender lets you achieve all this using one app. You can install the browser extension or use the web dashboard.</p>
<h3 id="blockphishingdomains">Block Phishing Domains</h3>
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<p>Log in to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://app.blocksender.io/">Block Sender web dashboard</a>.</p>
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<p>Select Blocks from the left-hand menu and click <strong>+ New Blocking Rule</strong>.</p>
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<p>Select <strong>Domain</strong> from the dropdown menu.</p>
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<p>Enter the domain you wish to block, e.g., googl.com.</p>
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<p>Decide where you want blocked emails to be sent, such as to the Trash, Delete, Archive, or Spam folder.</p>
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<li>Select whether you want to bounce back all emails received from this domain.</li>
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<p>Setting up this domain-blocking rule will effectively block all future emails from this domain.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Knowing how to identify a phishing email is crucial for email users. Although phishing emails can be deceiving at first glance, you can tell if an email is legitimate or not by paying attention to a few subtle signs. Checking if a legitimate organization owns the domain name and not opening any suspicious attachments or links without verification play a substantial role in safeguarding your digital privacy.</p>


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How to Spot a Phishing Email: Protecting Your Email Privacy from Scams

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Do you struggle to come up with unique usernames for all platforms and end up using your email address for convenience? Do you find yourself targeted by spam emails and phishing attacks frequently? If so, consider whether using your email as a username is a good idea in the first place. This article explains the pros and cons of this practice and recommends some better alternatives.</p>
<h2 id="risksofusingemailaddressasusername">Risks of Using Email Address as Username</h2>
<p>The practice of using your email address as your username when creating online accounts can expose you to various threats.</p>
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<p><strong>Exposure to Cyberattacks</strong><br>
Using your email address as a username increases the risk of hacking and targeting by spam and phishing attacks. Hackers can more easily obtain your email address from platforms such as online forums and social media if it is used as a public username.</p>
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<p><strong>Compromised Identity Across Multiple Platforms</strong><br>
If a hacker gets their hands on your email address, which is also used as a username, they only need to guess your password to compromise your account. This puts all your accounts at substantial risk. The situation becomes more concerning if you also use the same password across all platforms!</p>
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<p><strong>Privacy Concerns</strong><br>
Avoid disclosing any personal information in your email address. It can reveal details about your organization, interests, location, and birth year. For example, email addresses ending in &quot;@fb.com&quot;, &quot;<a href="mailto:baking@gmail.com">baking@gmail.com</a>&quot;, &quot;@yahoo.cn&quot;, &quot;<a href="mailto:2001@outlook.com">2001@outlook.com</a>&quot; can provide cybercriminals with the information needed to create a fake account in your name or send phishing or scam emails.</p>
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<h2 id="whennottouseyouremailaddressasausername">When Not to Use Your Email Address as a Username</h2>
<p>There are scenarios where using your email address as a username may put you at a significant risk.</p>
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<p><strong>Platforms with Public Usernames</strong><br>
Some online platforms make your username public, mainly using it as a unique identifier; examples include Reddit and Instagram. In such scenarios, it is essential to avoid using your email address as a username. Some platforms provide the option to keep the username private. Always check if this option is available and set your username to private.</p>
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<p><strong>Signing Up on Untrustworthy Websites</strong><br>
Caution is necessary when signing up on untrustworthy websites. Do not use your email address as a username if the website doesn't seem legitimate. If the website only allows email addresses (which some websites do for verification purposes), consider using a temporary one that can be disposed of later.</p>
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<h2 id="alternatives">Alternatives</h2>
<p>Below are some helpful tips for creating unique and secure usernames.</p>
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<p><strong>Create a Unique Username</strong><br>
We strongly recommend using unique usernames across all your online accounts. Using the same username for all accounts can become problematic if a hacker obtains it. They can use it to create fake accounts in your name. Your password should be random and not something that can be easily cracked, such as your birthday or pet's name.</p>
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<p><strong>Store Credentials in a Password Manager</strong><br>
It is not feasible to remember unique usernames for different accounts and platforms. It is estimated that <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.dashlane.com/global-password-health-score-report-2022">an average person has more than 200 online accounts</a>! That's why it's important to use a password manager. Use a secure password manager such as <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://nordpass.com/">NordPass</a> to save all your credentials.</p>
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<p><strong>Create Secondary Email Addresses</strong><br>
What should you do if the platform you're signing up for only accepts email addresses as usernames? In such scenarios, use a secondary email address instead of your primary one. Create distinct secondary email addresses for various purposes, such as gaming and online shopping.</p>
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<h2 id="howtostaysecureonline">How to Stay Secure Online</h2>
<p>Creating unique usernames for your online accounts is a definitive step towards a safe online experience. Here are a few ways to incorporate even further online security.</p>
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<p><strong>Enable Two-Factor Authentication</strong><br>
Ensure that 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) is enabled on all your online accounts where this option is available. 2FA is an authentication system that requires a second piece of information, such as a code on your mobile, in addition to your login credentials when signing in. Passwords can be leaked in data breaches if the platform has not implemented strong security measures. Enabling 2FA provides an added layer of security, ensuring that hackers cannot access your account even if they obtain both your username and password.</p>
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<p><strong>Check If Your Email Has Been Compromised</strong><br>
Your account credentials and other personal information can be exposed in a data breach. How can you find out if your credentials were leaked? You can find multiple tools to check this. One such tool is <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://haveibeenpwned.com/">Have I Been Pwned</a>.</p>
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<h3 id="whattodoifanemailiscompromised">What to Do if an Email Is Compromised</h3>
<p>You should take immediate action if your email address is found in a data breach. You can mitigate the damage caused by the compromised email and other leaked information, such as passwords, usernames, and credit card numbers.</p>
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<p><strong>Change Passwords</strong><br>
Promptly change your password for the compromised account. Also, do the same for other accounts where you signed up using that email address.</p>
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<p><strong>Enable 2FA</strong><br>
Enable two-factor authentication to ensure the hacker cannot access your account. 2FA protects your account even if your credentials, such as username/email address and password, are compromised.</p>
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<p><strong>Monitor Your Accounts for Suspicious Activity</strong><br>
Check your accounts for any unusual activities, such as unauthorized credit card transactions or emails being sent from your address without your notice.</p>
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<p><strong>Inform Your Contacts</strong><br>
Hackers often use breached email accounts to send spam and phishing emails. Inform your contacts to be alert to any suspicious emails from your email account.</p>
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<p><strong>Contact Your Email Service Provider</strong><br>
Contact your email provider so they can help you recover your account or freeze it.</p>
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<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Don't put your digital security at risk by using your email address as a username for sign-ups. Instead, use unique and strong usernames that are difficult to crack. Hackers are always searching for vulnerabilities, so it's wise to have strong security measures already in place, such as two-factor authentication and a unique username and password generator.</p>


Why You Should Avoid Using Your Email Address as a Username

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Not all emails are sent with good intentions. Malicious actors misuse email communication to spread malware and steal information for personal gain. One method cybercriminals use to target email users is through malicious email attachments. It's crucial to be aware of their potential dangers. This article explains what email attachments are and presents actionable tips and techniques to identify and deal with them.</p>
<h2 id="understandingmaliciousemailattachments">Understanding Malicious Email Attachments</h2>
<p>An email attachment is a file sent along with an email, such as an image, video, or document. It's considered malicious if it contains harmful software, such as malware, spyware, or ransomware. These files are designed to look legitimate to trick users into downloading them. The purpose is to gain access to data or hack the system. However, you can identify the patterns followed in such emails and the file names used for malicious attachments.</p>
<h3 id="commonfiletypesusedtosendmaliciouscontent">Common File Types Used to Send Malicious Content</h3>
<p>It's important to understand which file types to be cautious of to protect yourself from becoming a victim of malicious email attachments.</p>
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<li><strong>Executable Files (.exe)</strong><br>
Be wary of executable files, as downloading them can infect your device. It's uncommon for an executable file attachment to be legitimate. Most safe email attachments contain files such as PDFs or images. If you receive an executable file in an email, it is most likely malicious.</li>
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Be cautious with script files. Scripts may execute commands that compromise your system. Always verify their source before considering opening them. Script files are text files that contain code or instructions to perform tasks such as automation or data processing. They are usually written in scripting languages such as JavaScript (.js), Python (.py), or VBScript. Downloading a script file may execute harmful code on your computer, potentially stealing sensitive information, installing malware, or altering system settings. However, not all scripts are harmful. Read the following section to learn how to identify whether a script is malicious or not.</li>
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<h3 id="signsofamaliciousemailattachment">Signs of a Malicious Email Attachment</h3>
<p>Don't just rely on your email provider to identify threats. Regardless of its effectiveness, some harmful files manage to avoid detection and slip through the cracks. Google claims that it can block 99.9% of malicious email attachments, but cybercriminals continually refine their tactics. That's why it's important to remain vigilant and pay attention to the following signs:</p>
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<p><strong>Unknown Sender</strong><br>
If you receive an email attachment from an unknown sender, the best practice is to test the file for any malicious code.</p>
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<p><strong>Poor Grammar and Spelling Errors</strong><br>
Do you ever wonder why spam and phishing emails often contain grammatical and spelling errors? While it's true that some hackers are not proficient in English, some intentionally make these mistakes to trap gullible users. They might also aim to appear as non-native speakers to make their business offers seem legitimate.</p>
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<p><strong>Strange File Names or Extensions</strong><br>
Watch out for peculiar file names such as &quot;Invoice.bat,&quot; &quot;password_reset.zip,&quot; &quot;UrgentActionRequired.exe,&quot; &quot;1234.py,&quot; and &quot;account_suspended.html.&quot;</p>
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<p><strong>Files with Double Extensions</strong><br>
A file name with more than one extension, such as <strong>.png.exe</strong>, is a warning sign of a malicious file. It's a common trick used by hackers to conceal the actual file type. However, you can identify the file type by looking at the last extension. In our example, &quot;.png.exe&quot; has .exe as the last extension, indicating the file is not an image but an executable file. So, the next time you receive a file with a dual extension, you'll know what to do.</p>
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            <h2 id="toolsandtechniquestoidentifymaliciousemailattachments">Tools and Techniques to Identify Malicious Email Attachments</h2>
<p>Want to shield yourself against the threats of malicious emails? The following tools and techniques can help you identify malicious email attachments. Incorporate them into your digital routine for a safer and more secure emailing experience.</p>
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<p><strong>Use Antivirus Programs and Email Security Software</strong><br>
Install a reputable and powerful antivirus program that provides the capability to scan email attachments for malware and viruses. It will alert you whenever you attempt to open any suspicious link or attachment. Remember to update your antivirus program regularly to ensure maximum security. Some popular antivirus software options include <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bitdefender.com/en-us/consumer/free-antivirus">Bitdefender</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.avast.com/index#pc">Avast</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Check Links Before Opening Them</strong><br>
Always check where the link points before clicking on it. On a desktop, you can do this by hovering over a link, and its URL will be displayed in the bottom-left corner of the screen. On a mobile device, long-press a link to see its URL. Additionally, to verify whether the URL is safe, copy it (without clicking on it) and assess its safety by uploading it to a <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://nordvpn.com/link-checker/">link checker website</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Sandbox Suspicious Attachments</strong><br>
Sandboxing is a technique to open or execute a potentially malicious attachment in a safe and controlled manner. A sandbox uses a virtual environment to ensure the actual system is not harmed in any way. It checks and monitors the file for malicious software or any dubious activity. If no threats are found, you can safely open the file. <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.virustotal.com/gui/home/upload">VirusTotal</a> is a popular sandbox tool.</p>
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<h2 id="emailsecuritybestpracticesfororganizations">Email Security Best Practices for Organizations</h2>
<p>For organizations, email security is pivotal in safeguarding sensitive data and preventing costly errors.</p>
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<p>Conduct cybersecurity training programs to raise awareness about email-related threats.</p>
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<p>Educate teams on identifying and handling suspicious emails and attachments.</p>
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<p>Enforce rules such as email filters, domain blocking, and use third-party tools for detecting malicious email attachments.</p>
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<p>Set up an <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.barracuda.com/products/email-protection/secure-email-gateway">email security gateway</a> to monitor emails being sent and received, protecting against threats such as malware and phishing attacks.</p>
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<h2 id="howtohandleamaliciousemailattachment">How to Handle a Malicious Email Attachment</h2>
<p>Exercise caution when dealing with dubious email attachments. Interacting with them can compromise your data and system security.</p>
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<p><strong>Do not open the attachment</strong><br>
Avoid downloading suspicious-looking attachments at all costs. If you are not cautious, the attachment can wreak havoc on your system and steal your information.</p>
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<p><strong>Report the Email</strong><br>
Do not interact with the email attachment. Report the email to your email provider or the IT department in your organization.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Made the mistake of downloading an attachment from an unknown source? If you accidentally download a suspicious attachment, don't panic. Follow these essential steps to mitigate the potential damage it can cause:</p>
<ul>
<li>Disconnect your device from the Internet.</li>
<li>Do not open the file.</li>
<li>Completely delete the file from your system, including the recycle bin.</li>
<li>Use an antivirus program to conduct a full system scan. The scan will likely detect the malicious file and remove it from your device.</li>
<li>Monitor your device or email account for any unusual activities or slow system performance.</li>
</ul>
<h2 id="bouncebackemailstodiscouragethesender">Bounce Back Emails to Discourage the Sender</h2>
<p>Often, hackers target you with malicious email attachments from multiple email addresses. You can bounce back such emails if they persist despite being ignored. Once the sender is tricked into believing their emails are not reaching your inbox, they will likely stop targeting you.</p>
<p>Curious how to send a bounce-back message? Block Sender has got your back! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/">Block Sender</a> is a robust blocking tool available for use both through its web dashboard and as a Gmail add-on. Just install it with a few simple steps to regain control of your inbox.</p>
<p>Block Sender provides the option to send bounce-back emails based on various criteria, such as bouncing back emails from a particular sender, email address, domain, or IP address, or emails containing a specific subject or phrases.</p>
<p>Here's how you can bounce back emails using Block Sender:</p>
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<p>Log in to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://app.blocksender.io/login">Block Sender</a>.</p>
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<p>Navigate to <strong>Blocks</strong> and click <strong>+ New Blocking Rule</strong>.</p>
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<p>Select a blocking criterion from the dropdown menu and enter precisely what you wish to block in the field next to it.</p>
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<p>Decide where you want blocked emails to be sent, such as to the Trash, Delete, Archive, or Spam folder.</p>
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<p>Select the option to bounce back the emails.</p>
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<p>Click <strong>Create</strong>.</p>
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<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Educating yourself about the dangers of malicious emails is important. Take preventive measures and avoid interacting with any suspicious files sent in emails. Third-party tools, such as antivirus programs and email gateways, play a pivotal role in protecting you against the risks posed by malicious email attachments.</p>


How to Identify and Avoid Malicious Email Attachments

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Are unwanted emails from Hotmail.com leaving you frustrated, and are you looking for possible solutions to get rid of them? Is your inbox becoming difficult to manage, causing you to accidentally miss important emails?</p>
<p>If these issues resonate with you, then you're in the right place. This article explains why choosing to block the entire <strong>hotmail.com</strong> domain from your inbox isn't always the best option and presents other alternatives for controlling emails from this domain. By the end of this article, you'll have a clear understanding of managing Hotmail emails using both Gmail and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/stop-unwanted-emails-the-simplest-email-filtering-app-is-here/"><em>Block Sender</em></a>.</p>
<h2 id="whyblockingthehotmaildomainmightbeabadidea">Why Blocking the Hotmail Domain Might Be a Bad Idea</h2>
<p>If you're receiving a lot of spam or unwanted emails from Hotmail addresses, you might be considering to block the entire <strong>hotmail.com</strong> domain. Since Hotmail was discontinued in 2013 and <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365-life-hacks/organization/did-hotmail-become-outlook">rebranded as Outlook</a>, this may seem like the right approach.</p>
<p>Most businesses use custom email domains or modern email providers such as Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook. Many people avoid using Hotmail because it's outdated, and better, more contemporary alternatives are available. Most employers don't prefer candidates using Hotmail addresses since it may appear unprofessional and is not aligned with the latest technology. However, it is still used by some people for personal correspondence or online shopping.</p>
<p>Despite the reasons mentioned above, it's still not a good idea to block the entire &quot;hotmail.com&quot; domain. Although the Hotmail email provider is no longer operational, all Hotmail addresses are now accessible through Microsoft Outlook. Microsoft still allows users to own and create Hotmail addresses.</p>
<p>Another important note is that &quot;hotmail.com&quot; itself is not inherently spammy. If you block the entire domain, you may miss many important emails. Blocking it will result in both legitimate and unwanted emails from Hotmail addresses being marked as spam, leading to important emails being unintentionally missed.</p>
<h2 id="howtohandleunwantedhotmailemailsusinggmail">How to Handle Unwanted Hotmail Emails Using Gmail</h2>
<p>Gmail provides several features that you can leverage to manage unwanted emails from hotmail.com.</p>
<h3 id="blockthedomain">Block the Domain</h3>
<p>You may lose important emails if you block the entire <strong>hotmail.com</strong> domain, so perform this action only if necessary. If you do perform this action, we advise you to check the spam folder regularly for any legitimate emails. Unfortunately, Gmail only provides the option to delete the emails. This is why we recommend using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/">Block Sender</a> to block a domain since Gmail doesn't provide the feature to mark filtered emails as spam. Read this article till the end to find out more.</p>
<p>Gmail doesn't have the option to block domains directly, but we can perform this action using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-to-filter-emails-in-gmail/">Gmail Filters</a>.</p>
<ol>
<li>Click <strong>Show search options</strong> (three sliders icon on the right side of the search bar).</li>
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<li>In the <strong>From</strong> field, enter the domain <code>@hotmail.com</code> and click <strong>Create Filter</strong>.</li>
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<li>Select <strong>Delete it</strong> from the list of available options and click <strong>Create Filter</strong>.</li>
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<p>After setting up this filter, all future emails from any Hotmail addresses will automatically be sent to the trash folder, where they will be deleted after 30 days.</p>
<h3 id="blockthesender">Block the Sender</h3>
<p>If someone from <strong>hotmail.com</strong> is bombarding you with unwanted emails, you can block that sender to stop receiving those emails.</p>
<p>This action will mark all future emails from that particular Hotmail account as spam.</p>
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<li>Open any email received from that sender.</li>
<li>Click on the three vertical dots menu in the top-right corner of the email and select <strong>Block {sender}</strong>.</li>
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            <h3 id="blockspecificwordsorphrases">Block Specific Words or Phrases</h3>
<p>Are you noticing recurring words or phrases commonly used in unwanted emails from Hotmail addresses? If so, block only those emails from the <strong>hotmail.com</strong> domain containing those specific terms. Gmail filters offer robust options to set this blocking criterion.</p>
<p>Here's how you can do this:</p>
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<li>Click the gear icon in the top-right corner and select <strong>See All Settings</strong>.</li>
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<li>Navigate to <strong>Filters and Blocked Addresses</strong> and click <strong>Create a New Filter</strong>.</li>
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<li>In the <strong>From</strong> field, enter the domain <code>@hotmail.com</code> to filter out Hotmail emails.</li>
<li>In the <strong>Has the words</strong> field, enter the words or phrases based on which you'd like to block Hotmail emails, then click <strong>Create Filter</strong>.</li>
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            <p>Refer to the list of <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://support.google.com/mail/answer/7190?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&oco=0">Gmail's search operators</a> to further refine your filtering criteria.</p>
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<li>Select <strong>Delete it</strong> from the list of available actions for the filtered email and click <strong>Create Filter</strong>.</li>
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            <h2 id="blocksendertoolforunwantedhotmailemails">Block Sender Tool for Unwanted Hotmail Emails</h2>
<p>Do you find Gmail filters very complicated, or do you consider Gmail's blocking options limited in some ways? Then, you should give Block Sender a try.</p>
<p>You can sign up for Block Sender and use it through its web-based dashboard or directly through Gmail using its Chrome extension. It offers several options, such as:</p>
<ul>
<li>Blocking senders</li>
<li>Blocking domains and domain extensions</li>
<li>Blocking IP addresses</li>
<li>Blocking emails by header or subject</li>
<li>Bouncing back emails</li>
</ul>
<p>And much more! It also provides the convenience of sharing blocking rules across multiple email accounts. Let's discuss how to block emails from Hotmail using the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/block-sender/bklnjbfcmglhiaoppcckdodanccbelcg">Block Sender Chrome extension</a>.</p>
<h3 id="blockthedomain">Block the Domain</h3>
<p>Block Sender provides the option to block domains directly and mark the emails from those blocked domains as spam—a feature not offered by Gmail.</p>
<p>While we do not recommend blocking the entire Hotmail domain, if you are still interested, here is how to do it:</p>
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<li>Click the Block Sender icon in the top toolbar of Gmail, then select <strong>New Block</strong>.</li>
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<li>Choose <strong>Website/Domain</strong> from the <strong>What do you need to block?</strong> dropdown.</li>
<li>Enter the domain name <code>hotmail.com</code> in the <strong>Website/Domain to Block</strong> field.</li>
<li>Select <strong>Spam</strong> from the <strong>Where should the blocked emails go</strong> dropdown.</li>
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<li>Click <strong>Save</strong>.</li>
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<h3 id="blockspecificwordsorphrases">Block Specific Words or Phrases</h3>
<p>Unlike Gmail, Block Sender allows you to block specific words or phrases commonly used in spam and unwanted emails with fewer clicks and no complex filters to set up.</p>
<ol>
<li>Open Gmail. Click the Block Sender icon and select <strong>New Block</strong>.</li>
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<li>Select <strong>Phrase</strong> from the <strong>What do you need to block</strong> dropdown.</li>
<li>Enter the phrase you wish to block in the <strong>Phrase to Block</strong> field.</li>
<li>Decide where you want blocked emails to be sent, such as Trash, Delete, Archive, or Spam folder.</li>
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<p>Voila! That's how easy this process is.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Blocking the entire Hotmail domain due to receiving a few unwanted or spam emails can be problematic. Adopt better strategies and block only selected emails from this domain to ensure you never miss any important communications. You can leverage Gmail's blocking options, or you can use the power of Block Sender for a more comprehensive solution.</p>


How to Block Unwanted Emails from Hotmail.com

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Around <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-many-spam-emails-are-sent-per-day/">45% of all emails sent globally are spam</a>. A substantial number of these emails contain obscene material. Receiving such emails can take a toll on your mental health and cause significant distress, especially when they arrive in large volumes. Not only do they disrupt your peace of mind, but they also pose a threat to your digital security. A large percentage of these emails contain malware links, and interacting with them introduces substantial risks.</p>
<p>It's important to address this issue to protect both your mental peace and digital privacy. Most email providers do a great job at marking these emails as spam. However, no spam filter is 100% effective, and some emails manage to evade detection despite robust measures. Moreover, spammers are also evolving their tactics over time, spoofing their email addresses to appear legitimate.</p>
<p>In this article, we'll explore various methods for blocking obscene emails using both Gmail and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/">Block Sender</a>.</p>
<h2 id="obsceneemails">Obscene Emails</h2>
<p>Before we delve into the specifics of dealing with obscene emails, let's first understand what they are and their common causes.</p>
<p>Obscene emails typically contain inappropriate content, such as unsolicited explicit images and videos, vulgar or offensive language, or profanities.</p>
<h3 id="commoncauses">Common Causes</h3>
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<p><strong>Spam Advertising:</strong> These emails are often part of spam campaigns promoting adult content or illegal products and services.</p>
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<p><strong>Harassment:</strong> Cyber harassers aim to instill frustration and intimidation in recipients. This behavior often stems from workplace disputes or relationship issues.</p>
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<p><strong>Malware Distribution:</strong> Obscene content is used as bait to grab people's attention and trick them into clicking infected attachments or links containing malware.</p>
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<p><strong>Phishing or Sextortion:</strong> The senders of these emails often pretend to be from a legitimate source, tricking recipients into disclosing their personal information. Additionally, they may demand money by threatening to expose sensitive material obtained through hacking, such as explicit photos, videos, or private messages.</p>
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<h2 id="proactivestepstominimizeobsceneemails">Proactive Steps to Minimize Obscene Emails</h2>
<p>Taking preventive measures can significantly reduce the chances of becoming a target of obscene emails and compromising your digital security.</p>
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<p><strong>Be Careful When Sharing Your Email Address</strong><br>
To avoid being targeted, don't share your email address on public forums unless absolutely necessary. Use <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://temp-mail.org/en/">disposable email addresses</a> for temporary registrations on websites or when interacting with potentially unsafe sites.</p>
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<p><strong>Use Email Filters</strong><br>
Gmail and other major email providers offer &quot;filters&quot; that can be used to block commonly used words or phrases in obscene emails, such as &quot;singles near you,&quot; &quot;NSFW,&quot; and &quot;adult content.&quot;</p>
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<p><strong>Use a Strong and Secure Email Address</strong><br>
Select a reliable email provider that offers robust spam filtering, blocking, and security features. Remember to enable <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://guidebooks.google.com/online-security/protect-your-google-account/two-step-verification?hl=en">Two-Factor Authentication</a> (2FA) on your email account. Phishers often use obscene emails to trick users into revealing sensitive personal information. With 2FA activated, even if an attacker succeeds in stealing your login credentials, they won't be able to access your account without the second verification factor. This reduces the risk of your account being misused to send obscene emails.</p>
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<p><strong>Use Third-party Blocking Tools</strong><br>
Consider using third-party tools, such as <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/"><em>Block Sender</em></a>, if your email provider is not proving to be very effective against obscene emails and if you wish to leverage advanced features not provided by your chosen email service.</p>
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<h2 id="usinggmailtoblockobsceneemails">Using Gmail to Block Obscene Emails</h2>
<p>Let's explore how Gmail assists in blocking obscene emails from reaching your inbox.</p>
<h3 id="markasspam">Mark as Spam</h3>
<p>According to Google, <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://workspace.google.com/blog/identity-and-security/an-overview-of-gmails-spam-filters">Gmail's spam filter</a> is highly effective at blocking more than 99.9% of spam emails. However, some obscene emails bypass filters by using clever tactics such as hiding inappropriate content within images instead of text to avoid keyword-based detection and misspelling obscenities.</p>
<p>To further improve this spam filter, you can train it by marking obscene emails as spam so that Google will automatically recognize any similar emails received in the future.</p>
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<li>Select the email(s) that you wish to mark as spam.</li>
<li>Click the Report Spam icon (indicated by an exclamation mark).</li>
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            <h3 id="blockthesender">Block the Sender</h3>
<p>If you are receiving multiple obscene emails from a specific sender, consider blocking the sender. This way, you don’t have to manually mark each email from this sender as spam, which can be a tedious process. By doing so, any future emails from this particular sender will automatically land in the spam folder, resulting in a cleaner inbox.</p>
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<p>Click the three vertical dots menu in the top-right corner of the email.</p>
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<p>Select <strong>Block &quot;{sender}&quot;</strong> from the menu options.</p>
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            <h3 id="blockthedomain">Block the Domain</h3>
<p>You can choose to block the entire domain that has been sending you obscene emails. Although Gmail doesn't provide a direct option to block a domain, you can accomplish this using <strong>Filters</strong>.</p>
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<li>Open Gmail. Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner and select <code>See All Settings</code>.</li>
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<li>Navigate to <code>Filters and Blocked Addresses</code> and click <code>Create a new filter</code>.</li>
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<li>In the <strong>From</strong> field, enter the domain you wish to block preceded by the @ symbol, then click <code>Create Filter</code>.</li>
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<p>Now, all emails from this particular domain will be automatically sent to the trash folder, where they will be automatically deleted after 30 days.</p>
<h3 id="blockspecificwordsorphrases">Block Specific Words or Phrases</h3>
<p>Gmail allows users to create filters for emails based on specific words or phrases in the subject line or body. This feature can be leveraged to filter and block obscene emails based on common patterns.</p>
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<li>Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner and select <code>See All Settings</code>.</li>
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<li>Navigate to <code>Filters and Blocked Addresses</code> and click <code>Create a new filter</code>.</li>
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<li>In the <code>Has the words</code> field, type the words or phrases you wish to filter, and click <code>Create Filter</code>.</li>
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<li>Select <code>Delete it</code> from the available options and click <code>Create Filter</code>.</li>
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            <h2 id="usingblocksendertoblockobsceneemails">Using Block Sender to Block Obscene Emails</h2>
<p>A more effective method to block obscene emails is by using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/">Block Sender</a>. Block Sender for Gmail is a third-party application that streamlines the process of blocking unwanted emails. Block Sender offers a variety of ways to block emails. You can block based on criteria such as the sender, domain, email header, subject line, and keywords.</p>
<p>With Block Sender, you can even block emails by IP, link multiple accounts, and share blocking rules among them—features not provided by Gmail.</p>
<p>Now, let's explore how to use Block Sender to stop obscene emails.</p>
<h3 id="installingblocksenderandlinkinggmailaccount">Installing Block Sender and Linking Gmail Account</h3>
<p>Block Sender is available for use both as a browser extension and through its web-based dashboard. Visit the Chrome Web Store and install the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/block-sender/bklnjbfcmglhiaoppcckdodanccbelcg">Block Sender extension</a>.</p>
<p>Once the installation is complete, you will see the Block Sender icon in the top toolbar of Gmail.</p>
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<p>Click the Block Sender icon, then select <code>New Block</code>.</p>
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<p>Choose a blocking criterion, such as <code>Person (by name)</code>.</p>
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<p>Enter a value for your selected criterion, like <code>John Doe</code> for <code>Person (by name)</code> blocking.</p>
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<p>Decide where you want blocked emails to be sent, such as Trash, Delete, Archive, or Spam folder.</p>
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<li>Select whether to send an auto-response to the sender. (Optional)</li>
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<h3 id="blockingdomainsanddomainextensions">Blocking Domains and Domain Extensions</h3>
<p>Using Block Sender, one can easily block entire domains and domain extensions without dealing with any complicated Gmail filters.</p>
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            <h3 id="sendingfakebouncebackmessages">Sending Fake Bounce-Back Messages</h3>
<p>Block Sender allows you to send seemingly real &quot;fake bounce-back messages&quot; to senders. This tricks them into thinking your email address no longer exists. You can even customize your bounce-back messages by upgrading to a Plus or Pro account.</p>
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<p>Upon receiving the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://help.blocksender.io/how-to-bounce-back-emails">bounce-back message</a>, the spammer will very likely remove your email address from its list of targeted accounts for sending obscene emails.</p>
<h3 id="blockingipaddressesprofeature">Blocking IP Addresses (Pro Feature)</h3>
<p>If you notice obscene emails from a specific IP address, you can block that address using the Block Sender tool. This tool makes it straightforward to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://help.blocksender.io/how-to-block-emails-by-ip-address">block IP addresses</a> without needing to set up complex filters.</p>
<p>This method is particularly useful when a cybercriminal uses multiple email addresses linked to the same IP address to send obscene emails. Blocking the entire IP address will save you the hassle of manually blocking each email address.</p>
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<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Receiving obscene emails can be distressing. One can effectively combat them by understanding the nature of these emails and their common causes. Employing strategies such as using a secure email address, utilizing email filters, and using third-party tools like Block Sender can significantly minimize your exposure to these emails. While Gmail provides options like marking as spam and filtering emails, third-party tools like Block Sender are more effective against such emails. If you want to block obscene emails instantly without learning the complexities of Gmail filters, we recommend choosing Block Sender for Gmail. By adopting these strategies, you can regain control of your inbox and improve your well-being.</p>


How to Stop Receiving Obscene Emails

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Due to the increasing volume of email spam and phishing attacks each year, it's advisable to create a separate email account for different purposes, such as personal communication, work, shopping, and online banking transactions. This approach provides an extra layer of security and helps combat email-related cybercrimes.</p>
<p>However, managing different email accounts and switching among them can be a hassle, especially when using more than one email service provider. For instance, if you have a personal email account on Gmail and a work email account on Yahoo, you will need to download a separate app for each provider.</p>
<p>Gmail simplifies this process by allowing you to integrate other email accounts. It lets you add any type of email account, whether it's Google, Yahoo, Outlook, or a custom email domain. This integration saves you the inconvenience of downloading a separate app for each email provider, enabling you to keep track of all your emails in one place.</p>
<p>Gmail holds the second-largest market share in the global <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/top-email-clients-by-market-share/">email client market</a>, which is unsurprising given its effective spam and block filters, advanced search functionality, add-ons, security features, and large storage capacity. If you're eager to use these features but don't want to delete any of your existing non-Gmail accounts, Gmail has you covered!</p>
<p>Gmail allows you to leverage its robust features for your other non-Gmail accounts without worrying about copying your emails or creating a new account altogether. Simply connect your current account to Gmail, and it will efficiently import your emails from other service providers.</p>
<p>This article will guide you through the steps of adding another email account to Gmail, whether you're using the app or a web browser.</p>
<h2 id="whyaddanotheremailaddress">Why Add Another Email Address?</h2>
<p>But first, let's find out why adding another address to Gmail is a beneficial strategy.</p>
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<p><strong>Centralized Email Management and Increased Productivity</strong>: Aggregating all your email accounts with one provider creates a centralized inbox, saving you time and significantly boosting productivity. You can view and send emails from different addresses without switching accounts, effectively reducing the 28% of work hours the average person spends on emails, according to <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/technology-media-and-telecommunications/our-insights/the-social-economy">McKinsey</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Access to Gmail's Functionalities</strong>: Utilizing Gmail as your centralized inbox allows access to a wealth of user-centric features. These include efficient spam filtering, an advanced search function that utilizes wildcards, the ability to schedule emails for later, and artificial intelligence-powered tools like smart reply and smart compose.</p>
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            <p>Now that you are convinced integrating accounts into Gmail is an effective email management strategy, let's proceed to achieve a centralized inbox in Gmail.</p>
<h2 id="addinganotheremailaddressusingthegmailapp">Adding Another Email Address Using the Gmail App</h2>
<p>Adding another email account in the Gmail app is straightforward. Follow these steps:</p>
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<li>Open the Gmail app.</li>
<li>Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.</li>
<li>Select 'Add Another Account'.<br>
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<li>Choose your email provider from the list. If it's not listed, tap 'Other'.</li>
<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to add your email account.</li>
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<h3 id="viewingthecombinedinboxofallaccounts">Viewing the Combined Inbox of All Accounts</h3>
<p>To view the combined inbox of all accounts in the Gmail app, tap the hamburger (☰) icon in the top-left corner and select <code>All Inboxes</code>. Here, you will be able to view the emails from all the accounts added to the Gmail app in a unified inbox. This approach is advantageous because you don't have to switch between accounts to read your emails.</p>
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<h2 id="addinganotheremailaddressusingthewebbrowser">Adding Another Email Address Using the Web Browser</h2>
<p>Gmail provides two options for linking an account: <strong>POP3</strong> and <strong>Gmailify</strong>. The difference between these methods is how they access and sync emails between linked accounts.</p>
<p>You can read more about this process on the <a href="https://support.google.com/mail/answer/21289?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Gmail Help Center</a>.</p>
<p><strong>POP3</strong> is a protocol that downloads emails from another server to the Gmail account. The original emails may be deleted from the server depending on your configuration. It doesn't synchronize actions performed in Gmail, such as reading or deleting emails, with the original account. Additionally, it does not sync emails in real-time. POP3 retrieves emails periodically, not instantly.</p>

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            <p>Conversely, <strong>Gmailify</strong> is a feature that allows email access without needing to download them. It operates on the <strong>IMAP</strong> protocol, providing near real-time synchronization. Any actions performed on the emails of the linked account, such as reading or deleting them, will be mirrored in that account. Gmailify is supported by major email providers, including Yahoo, AOL, Outlook, Hotmail, and other selected non-Gmail accounts.</p>

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<li>Go to <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://mail.google.com/">Gmail</a> and sign in to your Gmail account.</li>
<li>Open Settings by clicking the gear icon (⚙) in the top-right corner, then select <code>See All Settings</code>.<br>
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<li>Navigate to <code>Accounts and Import</code> &gt; <code>Add a mail account</code>.<br>
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<li>A new window will appear. Enter the account's email address in the field and click <code>Next</code>.</li>
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            <p>Select the first option to link the account using <strong>Gmailify</strong>. You will then be prompted to enter the credentials of the account you want to link. Follow the on-screen instructions to successfully link the account.</p>
<p>Alternatively, select the second option if you wish to connect the two accounts using <strong>POP3</strong>. Enter all the required details. It is recommended to select these two settings when linking an account using POP3:</p>
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            <h2 id="labelingtheemailsfetchedfromthelinkedaccount">Labeling the Emails Fetched from the Linked Account</h2>
<p>Although Gmailify is powerful, it has some limitations. One of these is unlabeled emails. Gmailify doesn't label the emails coming from the linked account, making it difficult to differentiate the recipient's email address. However, you can add custom labels to these emails using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-to-filter-emails-in-gmail/">Gmail filters</a>:</p>
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<p>Log in to your primary Gmail account on the web browser.</p>
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<p>Navigate to <code>Filters and Blocked Addresses</code> and click <code>Create New Filter</code>.<br>
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<p>Enter the email address of the account you just linked in the <code>To</code> field.<br>
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<p>Click <code>Create Filter</code>.</p>
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<p>Select <code>New label</code> from the <code>Choose Label</code> dropdown.<br>
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<p>Enter the label you want to assign to the emails received from the second account.</p>
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<p>Select <code>Also apply filter to matching conversations</code> to label the old emails that are imported from the linked account.</p>
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<p>Finally, click <code>Create Filter</code>.</p>
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<p>Now, all the emails fetched from the second account will be labeled, making it straightforward to distinguish them from other emails.</p>
<h2 id="switchingbetweenaccounts">Switching Between Accounts</h2>
<p>Congratulations! You have learned how to add a second account to Gmail. If you want to switch back to your main account, simply follow the instructions below.</p>

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<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Having multiple inboxes for various purposes is an effective email management strategy, but it can get messy quickly without a unified view of your inbox. Integrating multiple accounts into Gmail is an outstanding approach to manage your emails. Not only do you get a centralized inbox to handle all your emails in one place, but you also have access to Gmail's robust features for your non-Gmail accounts. We highly recommend utilizing Gmail's ability to centralize your emails and enhance your email management capabilities!</p>


How to Add Another Email Address to Gmail

<h2 id="whyareemailscomingfromanothercountryevenaproblem">Why Are Emails Coming From Another Country Even a Problem?</h2>
<p>According to a recent survey by <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.radicati.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Email_Statistics_Report,_2020-2024_Executive_Summary.pdf">Radicati</a>, an average person receives more than 120 emails a day. Unfortunately, not all of these are useful.</p>
<p>Many of these emails are spam, malicious phishing attempts, or irrelevant to users' interests. More than 150 billion <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-many-spam-emails-are-sent-per-day/">spam emails are sent daily</a>. On average, 1 in every 100 emails you receive is a phishing attempt, according to <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/08/02/h1-2023-phishing-bec/">Help Net Security</a>.</p>
<p>A phishing email is an email from a deceptive source pretending to be a reputable organization, tricking recipients into revealing sensitive personal information such as credit card numbers, passwords, or other confidential details. Given the malicious and rampant nature of phishing emails, we must implement measures against these cybercrimes to ensure robust data privacy and security.</p>
<p>One origin of such phishing attempts is emails originating from a completely different part of the world. For instance, if you reside in Canada and suddenly begin receiving emails from Russian or Chinese domains, you probably shouldn't trust these emails. If you find yourself on the receiving end of such emails, there's no need to worry as long as you haven't interacted with them in any way (e.g., replying to them, clicking on any links shared in the message, or downloading/opening any attachments).</p>
<p>Even if these emails are not malicious and are just random spam, the flood of them filling your inbox can be incessant. In fact, spam accounts for more than 50% of the total emails sent. If you are dealing with this specific type of email spam and want to eliminate this unending stream of annoying and deceptive messages, continue reading this article as we guide you on how to tackle this issue using both Gmail and Block Sender.</p>
<h2 id="whyblockforeignemails">Why Block Foreign Emails</h2>
<p>Are you suddenly the recipient of strange emails coming from domains like &quot;<strong>.de</strong>&quot;, &quot;<strong>.ru</strong>&quot;, or &quot;<strong>.cn</strong>&quot;? If yes, you are not alone! According to a study conducted by <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/1270488/spam-emails-sent-daily-by-country/">Statista</a> in 2024, countries like the US, China, Germany, and Russia are leading sources of spam emails. US and Chinese domains are used to send around 8 billion and 7.6 billion spam emails daily, respectively.</p>
<p>Typically, these emails contain promotional material such as newsletters you didn't sign up for or fake order receipts from eBay and Amazon. Sometimes, these emails also contain phishing and malware links. In fact, a significant portion of spam emails originating from the US and China include malware links or phishing attempts. Most phishing attempts occur in emails masquerading as government agencies, fake health emergency alerts, crypto, or other investment scams.</p>
<p>Sound familiar? Here's why you should consider blocking these emails.</p>
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<li><strong>Free Your Inbox of Unwanted Content</strong>: If you're tired of constantly clearing your inbox of spammy newsletters or fake lottery schemes, blocking foreign emails is a proactive step.</li>
<li><strong>Eliminate Irrelevant Content</strong>: Frustrated with continually deleting newsletters you never subscribed to? Block them all!</li>
<li><strong>Enhance Security and Privacy</strong>: Concerned about credit card fraud? Strengthen the protection of your data by blocking emails from other countries.</li>
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<h3 id="todeleteunsubscribeorblock">To Delete, Unsubscribe, or Block?</h3>
<p>But should you block these emails? Why not just hit the delete button and be done with them?</p>
<p>While this is an option, it's not necessarily the most effective one. Deleting emails as they arrive can:</p>
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<p><strong>Be Cumbersome</strong><br>
Spammers send emails persistently. Who has time to delete hundreds of spam emails every day?</p>
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<p><strong>Make Your Inbox Difficult to Use</strong><br>
Important emails can easily get lost in a cluttered inbox.</p>
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<p><strong>Impact Your Productivity and Lead to Unnecessary Stress</strong><br>
And who wants another contributor to daily stress?</p>
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            <p>Thus, blocking is usually your most effective strategy against these emails. We will show how to do this using both <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-to-filter-emails-in-gmail/">Gmail filters</a> and Block Sender.</p>
<h2 id="usinggmailfilterstoblockemailsfromothercountries">Using Gmail Filters to Block Emails from Other Countries</h2>
<p>Utilizing Gmail's built-in filtering techniques, one can effectively block emails from different domains and senders.</p>
<p>If your foreign spam consistently originates from the same sender, you can easily block the entire email address. However, if it comes from different senders within the same domain, you will need to block that specific domain to eliminate such emails.</p>
<p>For example, if many of your emails end with the same country domain (e.g., .in) but originate from various senders (e.g., <strong>abc.xyz.in</strong> or <strong>lmn.qrs.in</strong>), consider blocking that domain (<strong>.in</strong> in this case).</p>
<p>Suppose emails are coming from multiple geographical regions with various countries' domains. Then, you may have unfortunately fallen prey to a larger network of international spammers. This occurs because email addresses are frequently sold to spammers, which is why you should limit sharing your email address.</p>
<p>Now let's return to the point. If the source of spam comes from around the world, such as receiving emails ending with Russian domains (.ru), Chinese (.cn), and Indian (.in) domains, make a list of these and block them.</p>
<p>Here is how to block by domain using Gmail filters.</p>
<ol>
<li>Open Gmail. Go to <code>Settings</code> by clicking the gear (⚙) icon in the upper-right corner, then select <code>See All Settings</code>.<br>
<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-block-email-spam-coming-from-different-countries-1.png" alt="Gmail settings" /></li>
<li>Go to the <code>Filters and Blocked Addresses</code> tab and select <code>Create New Filter</code>.<br>
<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-block-email-spam-coming-from-different-countries-2.png" alt="Gmail filters and blocked addresses" /></li>
<li>In the From field, enter the domain you wish to block, preceded by <code>*@</code>. For example, if you want to block China's domain, type <code>@*.cn</code>.<br>
<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-block-email-spam-coming-from-different-countries-3.png" alt="Gmail create filter" /></li>
<li>You can block multiple domains in the same filter by using the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io/how-to-use-or-conditions-in-gmail-filters/">OR operator</a>. For instance, if you want to block both <strong>German (.de)</strong> and <strong>Chinese (.cn)</strong> domains, type <code>@*.cn</code> OR <code>@*.de</code> in the From field.</li>
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<li>Now, select the action you want Gmail to perform on these emails, such as Delete or Mark as Spam, and click <code>Create Filter</code> to confirm.<br>
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<h3 id="thelimitationsofgmailfilters">The Limitations of Gmail Filters</h3>
<p>Gmail filters, while an advanced feature, have specific limitations that are addressed by Block Sender.</p>
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<p><strong>No IP-Address-Based Filtering:</strong> When attempting to block emails from a specific region, one might consider blocking certain IP addresses. However, Gmail doesn't support IP-based email filtering. You cannot block emails originating from a specific location by specifying that location or IP address in Gmail. Fortunately, this can be accomplished using Block Sender.</p>
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<p><strong>Filtering Is Time-Consuming and Challenging:</strong> The option to create filters in Gmail lacks robustness. First, the filtering option is not immediately visible and can be accessed by navigating to <code>See All Settings</code>. Furthermore, creating filters is significantly more time-consuming and challenging compared to using Block Sender.</p>
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<p><strong>Limited Features:</strong> Gmail offers limited features, such as the absence of options for filtering rules to work across multiple accounts and a complicated user interface. Users cannot easily block emails based on criteria like sender, subject, or common phrases.</p>
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<h2 id="usingblocksendertoblockemailsfromothercountries">Using Block Sender to Block Emails From Other Countries</h2>
<p>An enhanced option for blocking emails from different countries is using the Block Sender app.</p>
<p>Block Sender for Gmail is a third-party tool that simplifies the process of blocking unwanted emails. It offers advanced features such as blocking IP addresses, sending bounce-back messages, linking multiple accounts, and sharing blocking rules across these accounts.</p>
<p>Block Sender provides enhanced flexibility in creating blocking rules. Users can block by sender, domain, email header, subject, and even IP addresses. Blocking rules can be further customized using wildcards or phrase blocking, which allows for targeting phrases commonly found in spam emails.</p>
<p>Now let's explore how to use Block Sender to prevent spam emails from various countries.</p>
<h3 id="installingblocksenderandlinkinggmail">Installing Block Sender and Linking Gmail</h3>
<p>Install Block Sender's browser extension by going to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blocksender.io">Block Sender</a> and linking your Gmail account. Manage your account and blocking rules through its web-based dashboard. Then, link the account(s) for which you want to create blocking rules.</p>
<h3 id="blockingemailsbasedondomain">Blocking Emails Based on Domain</h3>
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<li>Log in to Block Sender. Navigate to <code>Blocks</code>.<br>
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<li>Click on <code>+ New Blocking Rule</code> to create a new rule.<br>
<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-block-email-spam-coming-from-different-countries-6.png" alt="Block Sender new blocking rule" /></li>
<li>Select <code>Domain</code> from the dropdown box and enter the domain you want to block.</li>
<li>Choose the actions you wish to perform, like <code>Archive</code> or <code>Delete</code>, and decide whether to bounce back emails.<br>
<img src="https://block-sender.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/media/how-to-block-email-spam-coming-from-different-countries-7.png" alt="Block Sender choose action" /></li>
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<h3 id="blockingemailsbasedonipaddresses">Blocking Emails Based on IP Addresses</h3>
<p>If you wish to block an entire IP address, choose <code>IP Address</code> from the dropdown menu and select your preferred action.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>We recommend deleting spam emails originating from other countries due to the potential risks of malware and scams, as well as to keep your inbox free from unwanted junk emails. You can achieve this using both Gmail and Block Sender. However, to save time and effort, we highly recommend utilizing our Block Sender app.</p>


How to Block Email Spam Coming from Different Countries

<h2 id="introduction">Introduction</h2>
<p>Organizing your Gmail inbox can be an unexciting yet important task, especially for those who get a ton of emails daily. Most of us probably prefer to have our emails neatly sorted and labeled, but sometimes, we get so caught up in the daily grind that we forget to label our emails.</p>
<p>In this article, we'll see how to find and filter messages that aren't labeled in Gmail. We'll also talk a bit about the importance of labeling emails and how it can help you stay organized and efficient in managing your inbox.</p>
<h2 id="gmaillabels">Gmail Labels</h2>
<p>Labels in Gmail work much like folders, but with a bit of a twist. They allow you to categorize your emails, as folders do, but with a tiny difference, mainly that each email can have multiple labels, whereas it can only be in one folder.</p>
<p>Labels come with a &quot;tagging&quot; feature. You can add a label to an email and then find that email later by looking up the label. With some carefully thought out labels, you can easily locate emails related to a specific topic, project, or person.</p>

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            <h2 id="whyfilterunlabeledmessages">Why Filter Unlabeled Messages?</h2>
<p>So why anyone would want to filter their unlabeled emails? Well, if you're anything like us who prefer having everything organized, unlabeled emails can seem like a bunch of paperwork scattered all over your desk. It's chaotic and makes finding specific emails a tedious task. Additionally, labeling emails allows you to streamline your processing system, follow up on important matters, and keep your inbox clutter-free.</p>
<h2 id="findingunlabeledmessagesingmail">Finding Unlabeled Messages in Gmail</h2>
<p>For a while, Gmail did not have a native feature to search for emails without labels. However, they have since added a search feature that allows you to find emails without any <em>user</em> labels. Just type the following in the search bar and hit enter:</p>
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<p>When searching for this, you'll notice that many emails may still show up with labels like &quot;Inbox&quot;. This is because the &quot;Inbox&quot; label is not a user-created label, but a system label. To exclude these emails from the search results, you can use the following search query:</p>
<pre><code class="hljs">-in:inbox has:nouserlabels
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            <h2 id="filteringunlabeledmessages">Filtering Unlabeled Messages</h2>
<p>While you can manually filter emails using the above method, Gmail also provides a more automated way to filter messages. This is done by creating a filter that automatically categorizes incoming emails based on specific conditions you set. This can be done to filter emails without any labels, possibly putting them into some kind of &quot;queue&quot; label for you to review later.</p>
<p>To do this, do the following:</p>
<ol>
<li>Click on the search bar at the top of your Gmail account.</li>
<li>Enter the search query <code>has:nouserlabels</code> and click on the &quot;Settings&quot; icon on the right side of the search bar. Add any additional search criteria you want to include in the filter.</li>
<li>Click on the <code>Create filter</code> button at the bottom right corner of the search bar dropdown.</li>
<li>In the <code>Create filter</code> dialog box, you can set the actions you want to take on the filtered emails. You can choose to skip the inbox, mark as read, star it, apply a label, or even delete it.</li>
<li>Click on the <code>Create filter</code> button to create the filter.</li>
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<p>Now, any incoming emails that don't have any user labels will be filtered according to the conditions you set. This can be a great way to keep your inbox organized and ensure that you don't miss any important emails.</p>
<h2 id="applyinglabelstofilteredmessages">Applying Labels to Filtered Messages</h2>
<p>After successfully filtering your Gmail messages, you definitely want to use Gmail labels. To do this, you can create a label for the filtered messages and apply it to them. This will help you easily locate these messages later on. Follow these steps to apply labels to your filtered messages:</p>
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<li>Click on the gear icon in the top right corner of your Gmail account and select <code>See all settings</code>.</li>
<li>Click on the <code>Labels</code> tab.</li>
<li>Scroll down to the <code>Labels</code> section and click on the <code>Create new label</code> button.</li>
<li>Enter the name of the label you want to create and click on the <code>Create</code> button.</li>
<li>Go back to your inbox and select the filtered messages you want to label.</li>
<li>Click on the <code>Labels</code> icon at the top of the inbox and select the label you just created.</li>
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<p>Now, all the filtered messages will be labeled according to your preference. You can easily find these messages by clicking on the label in the left sidebar of your Gmail account.</p>
<h2 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2>
<p>Organizing your Gmail inbox is essential for staying productive and efficient. By labeling your emails and filtering out the ones that aren't labeled, you can more easily streamline your email processing system and keep your inbox clutter-free. With the steps outlined in this article, you can easily find and filter messages that aren't labeled in Gmail, ensuring that you never miss an important email again.</p>


How to Find and Filter Messages that Aren't Labeled in Gmail

<p>Managing your Gmail inbox can be a daunting task, especially when newsletters flood your email daily. While some newsletters provide valuable information, many are unwanted and simply add to the clutter. This constant influx can lead to missed important emails, reduced productivity, and an overall sense of inbox chaos.</p>
<p>Keeping a clean and organized inbox is important for maintaining productivity and reducing your work (and mental) load. By managing and blocking unwanted newsletters, you can focus on the emails that matter, helping you to not miss important communications. Additionally, a clutter-free inbox can improve your overall email experience and efficiency.</p>
<p>As you'll see, Block Sender offers a user-friendly solution to tackle this problem. With its advanced filtering capabilities, Block Sender simplifies the process of blocking only the newsletters you don't want, providing a more hassle-free way to keep your inbox clean and organized. Whether you're tired of unsubscribing from countless lists or finding Gmail's built-in filters hard to use, Block Sender is here to help.</p>
<h2 id="thenewsletterproblem">The Newsletter Problem</h2>
<p>Newsletters are often a double-edged sword. While some deliver useful updates and insights, many others are nothing more than spam that clogs up your inbox. The problem becomes even more pronounced when you sign up for a service or make a purchase and unknowingly opt into their multiple mailing lists. Even worse, many companies these days will sell your email address to their &quot;partners&quot;. Over time, these newsletters accumulate, leading to an full inbox.</p>
<p>Unwanted newsletters can cause several issues:</p>
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<li><strong>Distraction:</strong> Constant notifications from unwanted newsletters can be distracting and interrupt your workflow.</li>
<li><strong>Missed Emails:</strong> Important emails can get buried under the sheer volume of newsletters.</li>
<li><strong>Increased Stress:</strong> A cluttered inbox can be mentally exhausting and stressful to manage.</li>
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<h2 id="traditionalmethodsofblockingnewsletters">Traditional Methods of Blocking Newsletters</h2>
<h3 id="unsubscribe">Unsubscribe</h3>
<p>The first thing you should try is to unsubscribe from newsletters you no longer want to receive. Most newsletters include an &quot;Unsubscribe&quot; link at the bottom of the email. Clicking on this link should remove you from the mailing list. This is the preferred method since it means the email will never be sent in the first place.</p>
<p><img src="https://block-sender.s3.amazonaws.com/media/blocking-newsletters-in-gmail-1.png" alt="Unsubscribe link"></p>
<p>But unfortunately, not all newsletters honor unsubscribe requests, or just make them difficult to do. Some may continue to send emails even after you've unsubscribed. In such cases, you need a better solution to block these unwanted newsletters.</p>
<h3 id="usinggmailsbuiltinfilters">Using Gmail's built-in filters</h3>
<p>Gmail offers built-in filtering options that can help you manage incoming emails, including newsletters. Here's how to create filters to block newsletters:</p>
<p><strong>How to create a filter</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Open Gmail</strong> and click on the gear icon in the top right corner, then select <code>See all settings</code>.</li>
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<li>Navigate to the <strong>&quot;Filters and Blocked Addresses&quot;</strong> tab.</li>
<li>Click on <strong>&quot;Create a new filter&quot;</strong> button at the bottom.</li>
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<li>In the filter form, you can specify criteria such as the sender's email address, subject line, or keywords.</li>
<li>Click <strong>&quot;Create filter&quot;</strong> with this search.</li>
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<li>Choose the action you want to take, such as <strong>&quot;Delete it&quot;</strong> or <strong>&quot;Skip the Inbox (Archive it).&quot;</strong></li>
<li>Click <strong>&quot;Create filter&quot;</strong> to apply the filter.</li>
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<p><img src="https://block-sender.s3.amazonaws.com/media/blocking-newsletters-in-gmail-5.png" alt="Gmail filter actions"></p>
<h3 id="reportingasspam">Reporting as spam</h3>
<p>Another method to manage unwanted newsletters is by marking them as spam. This helps Gmail learn to automatically filter similar emails into your spam folder.</p>
<p><strong>How to mark emails as spam</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Select the email</strong> you want to mark as spam.</li>
<li>Click on the <strong>&quot;Report spam&quot;</strong> button in the toolbar above the email.</li>
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<li>Gmail will move the email to the spam folder and adjust its filters accordingly.</li>
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<h3 id="limitations">Limitations</h3>
<p>While Gmail's built-in filters and spam reporting can be effective, they have limitations:</p>
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<li><strong>Manual Setup:</strong> Creating and managing filters requires manual setup and maintenance, which can be time-consuming.</li>
<li><strong>Accuracy:</strong> Filters may not always accurately identify unwanted newsletters, leading to either missed important emails or newsletters still reaching your inbox.</li>
<li><strong>Reactive Approach:</strong> Marking emails as spam is often a reactive approach, dealing with newsletters after they arrive rather than preventing them from appearing in the first place.</li>
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<p>Using Gmail's built-in tools is a good start, but for a more comprehensive and efficient solution, Block Sender offers a powerful alternative that simplifies and enhances the process of blocking unwanted newsletters.</p>
<h2 id="usingblocksendertoblocknewsletters">Using Block Sender to Block Newsletters</h2>
<p>Block Sender is designed to provide an easy and effective solution for managing unwanted emails, including newsletters. Some of its key features include:</p>
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<li><strong>Customizable Filters:</strong> Create specific rules to block newsletters based on sender, subject, or keywords.</li>
<li><strong>One-Click Blocking:</strong> Easily block senders with a single click.</li>
<li><strong>Inbox Clutter Reduction:</strong> Automatically filter out unwanted emails to keep your inbox clean and organized.</li>
<li><strong>Real-Time Updates:</strong> Adjust your block settings to keep up with new newsletters or changes in your preferences.</li>
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<p><strong>Step-by-step guide to blocking newsletters with Block Sender</strong></p>
<p><strong>Installing Block Sender</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Visit the Block Sender website</strong> and download the extension for your browser.</li>
<li><strong>Install the extension</strong> by following the on-screen instructions.</li>
<li>Once installed, <strong>log in</strong> to your Block Sender account or create a new account if you don't have one.</li>
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<p><strong>Configuring settings specific to newsletters</strong></p>
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<li>Install Block Sender's browser extension and log in to your account (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/block-sender/bklnjbfcmglhiaoppcckdodanccbelcg">Chrome</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/block-sender-for-gmail/">Firefox</a>)</li>
<li>Open your Gmail inbox, log in to Block Sender, and connect your account.</li>
<li>Open the newsletter you'd like to block.</li>
<li>Click on the <strong>Block Sender icon</strong> in the toolbar above the email.</li>
<li>Choose how you'd like to block the email, such as &quot;Emails from this sender&quot;, &quot;Emails from this domain&quot;, or &quot;Emails with this subject&quot;.</li>
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<p><strong>Benefits of using Block Sender over other methods</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Efficiency:</strong> Block Sender provides a more streamlined and automated approach compared to manual Gmail filters.</li>
<li><strong>Accuracy:</strong> Advanced filtering options ensure that newsletters are accurately identified and blocked.</li>
<li><strong>Ease of Use:</strong> The user-friendly interface makes it simple to manage and adjust your settings.</li>
<li><strong>Comprehensive Control:</strong> Offers more control over blocking rules and settings than traditional methods.</li>
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<h3 id="advancedtips">Advanced Tips</h3>
<p><strong>Using Block Sender's custom rules</strong></p>
<p>To get the most out of Block Sender, consider using custom rules. These allow you to create more specific filters based on:</p>
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<li>Keywords in the subject line or email body</li>
<li>Sender's email address or domain</li>
<li>Patterns or phrases commonly found in newsletters</li>
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<p><strong>Managing blocked senders list</strong></p>
<p>Regularly review and manage your blocked senders list to ensure it's up-to-date. This can be done by:</p>
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<li>Navigating to the Block Sender dashboard</li>
<li>Clicking on &quot;Blocks&quot;</li>
<li>Adding or removing email addresses or domains as needed</li>
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<p><strong>Regular maintenance tips for a clutter-free inbox</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Review Filters Periodically:</strong> Check and update your filters to adapt to new newsletters or changes in your email habits.</li>
<li><strong>Clean Up Blocked List:</strong> Remove obsolete addresses from your blocked list to keep it organized.</li>
<li><strong>Monitor Spam Folder:</strong> Occasionally review your spam folder to ensure important emails aren't being filtered incorrectly.</li>
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<h3 id="conclusion">Conclusion</h3>
<p>Block Sender provides a powerful and efficient way to manage and block unwanted newsletters in Gmail. With its advanced features, customizable filters, and user-friendly interface, it significantly reduces inbox clutter and enhances your email experience.</p>
<p>Managing your inbox doesn't have to be a daunting task. With Block Sender, you can easily regain control and enjoy a cleaner, more organized email experience.</p>
<p>Ready to take control of your inbox? <a target="_blank" rel="noopener" href="https://app.blocksender.io/signup">sign up for Block Sender</a> today and start blocking unwanted newsletters with ease. Enjoy a clutter-free email experience and boost your productivity with Block Sender.</p>
<h3 id="faqs">FAQs</h3>
<p><strong>Q: Will Block Sender affect important emails?</strong><br>
A: Block Sender's advanced filters are designed to target only the emails you specify, given the criteria you set. Be sure to be specific with your blocking rules to avoid blocking important emails. The same rule applies to Gmail filters.</p>
<p><strong>Q: Can I customize the filters in Block Sender?</strong><br>
A: Yes, Block Sender offers extensive customization options, allowing you to create specific rules based on sender, keywords, and more.</p>
<p><strong>Q: How do I update my filters in Block Sender?</strong><br>
A: From within your Gmail inbox, click the block icon above your list of emails and select &quot;Manage Blocks&quot;.</p>
