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There are many reasons to create an email account – from personal to business purposes. However, the constant flow of spam and unsolicited messages can hinder effective email communication.<\/p>

Fortunately, most email clients allow users to block unwanted emails from specific senders easily. Besides enhancing communication, the block feature also improves security by preventing potential malicious software and phishing emails from reaching your inbox.<\/p>

This article will cover the process of blocking unwanted emails on popular email providers, including Gmail, Hostinger Email, Thunderbird, and Apple Mail.<\/p>

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How to Block Emails<\/h2>

As each email client has its own settings, the methods for blocking unwanted messages may vary slightly. However, the general process involves adding the sender’s email address or domain to a block list.<\/p>

Please note that blocking differs from filtering and unsubscribing. Blocking stops all future messages from a specific sender, whereas filtering sorts emails into folders based on rules you set for easier access.<\/p>

Unsubscribing stops you from receiving marketing emails but doesn’t block the sender. Find unsubscribe links in email footers to opt out of mailing lists.<\/p>

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How to Block Emails on Gmail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gmail provides two methods to stop unwanted emails ‒ blocking certain senders or entire domain names<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blocking Unwanted Senders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This method is ideal for blocking unwanted emails from individual email addresses. Here’s how to do it on the Gmail web app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Access your Gmail inbox and open an email from the sender you want to block.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Click More <\/strong>(three vertical dots icon) next to the Reply <\/strong>button and select Block “Sender”<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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    \"More<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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    1. A pop-up will inform you that Google will mark this sender’s incoming mail as spam. Click Block <\/strong>to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Follow the same steps to block an email address on the Gmail app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Blocking Domain Names<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Blocking email addresses doesn’t always work because spammers can easily create new ones. Luckily, Gmail lets you block an entire domain to stop all communications from that particular sender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Follow these steps to block entire domains from reaching your inbox:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. After logging into your Gmail account, select Show search options<\/strong> on the right side of the search bar.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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        \"Show<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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        1. Enter the domain name you want to block in the From <\/strong>field and click Create filter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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          \"Creating<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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          1. Check the Delete it<\/strong> option to automatically delete emails from the targeted domain. Click Create filter<\/strong> to apply the rule to future messages.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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            \"Gmail<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

            Managing Filtered Emails and Blocked Senders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            If you accidentally blocked an email or filtered out a domain, here’s how to undo it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Access Settings <\/strong>(gear icon) on the top toolbar and select See all settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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              \"Quick<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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              1. Open the Filters and Block Addresses<\/strong> tab to see all the blocked addresses and filtered domains.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                \"Gmail<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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                1. Select delete <\/strong>to remove the filter and hit unblock <\/strong>to allow emails from a previously blocked sender.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  While Gmail allows up to 1,000 filtering rules, having too many of them can slow down your account. Regularly review and delete unnecessary filters for optimal performance.<\/p>\n\n\n

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                  Suggested Reading<\/h4>\n

                  Read our guide to integrating a custom domain with a Gmail account<\/a> to benefit from the email client’s convenient interface.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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                  How to Block Emails on Apple Mail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                  Setting up your email account on Apple Mail<\/a> lets you use the blocking feature across all Apple devices. We’ll explore how to block unwanted emails on mobile and desktop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Blocking Emails for macOS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Here’s how to block emails on the Mac Mail app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Open the email you want to block.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. In the message header, click on the dropdown menu next to their name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  3. Select Block Contact<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Like other email clients, you can also create filters to block emails from specific senders automatically. Here’s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    1. Head to Settings <\/strong>(gear icon) → Rules<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    2. Select Add New Rule<\/strong>, then set its name, rules, and actions. Click Add <\/strong>to save it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                      1. Apple Mail only applies the first matching rule, so drag and drop your rules based on their priority. Click on a rule to modify or remove.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                        \"List<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

                        Blocking Emails for iPhone or iPad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                        Here’s what you can do to block email senders from the Mail app on iOS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        1. Open the spam email you want to block on the Mail app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        2. Tap the sender’s name in the message header and choose Block this Contact<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        3. Read the disclaimer and tap Block this Contact<\/strong> to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                          Follow these steps to manage your blocked senders list:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          1. Go to Settings <\/strong>→ Mail <\/strong>on your iOS device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          2. Access Blocked <\/strong>under the Threading<\/strong> section.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                            \"Mail<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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                            1. Tap Edit <\/strong>to manage the blocked addresses or Add New<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                              \"Mail<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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                              1. To customize actions on blocked emails, go to Blocked Sender Options<\/strong> within the Threading <\/strong>section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                              2. Choose Move to Trash<\/strong> or Leave in Inbox<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                \"Blocked<\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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                                How to Block Emails on Outlook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                                As part of the Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook provides the block functionality to enhance communication quality. Like other email clients, this email client lets you block unwanted emails from specific addresses and senders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                Blocking Unwanted Emails<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                Here’s how to stop receiving emails from a specific mail address on Outlook webmail and desktop app:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                1. Log in to your Outlook account and open the email from the sender you want to block.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                2. Select More Actions<\/strong> (three horizontal dots icon) → Block <\/strong>→ Block Sender<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                  Blocking Senders and Managing Block List<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                  To block certain domains, you have to add them to the block list in Junk Mail<\/strong>. You can use the same steps to block emails and manage the blocked senders list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                  Here’s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  1. Go to Settings <\/strong>(gear icon) in the top menu bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  2. Within the Mail <\/strong>section, open Junk Mail<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  3. Under Blocked senders and domains<\/strong>, click + Add<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                    \"Mail<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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                                    1. Enter the email addresses or domains that send spam to the blocked list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                    2. Once you’re done, click Save<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                      Outlook sets the maximum rule size at 256 KB per mailbox. As some rules can take more space than others, it’s best to manage the blocked senders list periodically and remove the ones you no longer need.<\/p>\n\n\n

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                                      Do You Like Outlook’s Interface?<\/h4>\n

                                      Check out our guide for instructions on setting up a custom email address on Microsoft Outlook<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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                                      How to Block Emails on Yahoo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                                      Yahoo’s blocking method is similar to other email clients, allowing up to 1,000 blocked emails per account. However, free users can only block up to three domains. You can upgrade to Yahoo Mail Plus for $5\/month<\/strong> to raise the limit to 500 domains per account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Utilizing Email Blocker<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Here’s how to block an email address on the web version:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      1. Log in to your Yahoo account and open the mail you want to block.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                      2. Access More <\/strong>(three horizontal dots icon) and click Unsubscribe <\/strong>if it’s a marketing email or Block Senders<\/strong> to stop receiving all emails from that address.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                        1. A pop-up will ask whether you wish to block the sender’s address and delete emails you have already received. Check the preferred options and click OK <\/strong>to confirm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                          Implementing Sender Blocking<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                          You can also add blocked addresses and domains to security settings. Here’s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          1. Navigate to Settings <\/strong>(gear icon) → More Settings<\/strong> from the Yahoo dashboard.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                            1. Access Security and privacy<\/strong> and click Add <\/strong>under Blocked Addresses<\/strong> to target specific emails. Alternatively, add domains under Block unwanted sender domains<\/strong> to stop emails from specific resources.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                              1. Yahoo’s block list lacks an editing feature. If you add the wrong address or domain, click on the trash icon next to it and repeat the steps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                                How to Block Emails on Hostinger Email<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                                                Hostinger Email<\/a> includes advanced spam-blocking tools alongside standard anti-spam measures. If you want to stop receiving emails from specific senders, create email filters to delete or redirect them to a separate folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                Setting Up Email Filters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                                To set up email filters in Hostinger webmail<\/a> for blocking unwanted emails and domains, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                                1. Log in to hPanel <\/strong>and go to Emails <\/strong>→ Email Accounts<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                2. Scroll down until you reach the Manage Email Accounts<\/strong> section. Hit Webmail <\/strong>next to your email address.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                                  1. Hostinger will redirect you to the webmail login page with the email address already filled in. Enter the password for the email account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                                  2. Once you’re in the webmail dashboard, navigate to Mail <\/strong>→ Inbox<\/strong>. Open the message you want to use as the filter basis and select More actions<\/strong> (three vertical dots icon) → Create filter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                                    1. Decide whether to include the email’s subject along with the sender and recipient addresses in the filter settings using the toggle button. Click Next Step<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
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                                                      \"Configuring<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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                                                      1. Configure the filter’s settings as follows:\n