August 19, 2026

Why am I getting so much spam and how do I stop it?

Quick answer

Most spam gets filtered properly with correct domain security settings (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and good email filtering — not just by clicking "unsubscribe."

If you’re getting a lot of spam, it’s rarely “bad luck” — it’s usually missing security configuration on your email domain, or an outdated, low-quality email provider.

What actually helps

Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace both have strong built-in spam filtering — far better than older or free providers. On top of that, correct domain settings (SPF/DKIM/DMARC) stop others from sending fake emails “from you,” which often triggers a cycle of spam replies.

What to avoid

Never click “unsubscribe” on suspicious emails — that just confirms to bad actors that your address is active, bringing in more spam.

  • Correct SPF/DKIM/DMARC setup on your domain
  • A quality email provider with built-in filtering
  • Never unsubscribe from unknown/suspicious emails — just delete

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