All articles tagged with #spam prevention
Originally Published 2 months ago — by 9to5Mac
Meta is testing a monthly message cap for WhatsApp users to reduce spam, primarily targeting high-volume senders like businesses, with the test set to roll out in multiple countries soon.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Duke Chronicle
The article explains a human verification process used to confirm users are not bots, helping to protect accounts and prevent spam.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
Google has enhanced Gmail with AI-driven spam filters and a new Shielded Email feature that allows users to create temporary, anonymous email addresses to better protect privacy and reduce spam, although a new email address remains the most effective solution for avoiding unwanted messages.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
Google has updated Gmail with an unsubscribe button and backend improvements for marketing emails, but the more effective solution for privacy and spam control is its new Shielded Email feature, which allows users to create and delete anonymous email aliases to better protect their inbox and personal data.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Android Authority
Using email aliases is an effective and free privacy strategy to hide your real Gmail address, prevent spam, and manage online accounts more securely. These aliases act as separate, disposable email addresses that forward to your main inbox, allowing you to deactivate them if they become spam sources. Several trusted services like SimpleLogin, Firefox Relay, and DuckDuckGo offer robust alias management, providing a better alternative to Gmail's limited plus-addressing feature.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix
Gmail has introduced blue verified checkmarks next to companies that have adopted Brand Indicators for Message Identification (BIMI) to help users identify messages from legitimate senders and stop spam. The checkmarks will be available to all personal accounts, as well as Google Workspace and legacy G Suite customers. The move is aimed at increasing confidence in email sources and creating a better email ecosystem for everyone.