Blocking unwanted emails in Outlook can streamline your inbox, keeping spam, phishing attempts, and unwanted messages at bay. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you block email addresses in Outlook:
How to Block an Email Address in Outlook
- Open Outlook:
- Launch the Outlook app on your computer or log in through the web app.
- Go to Your Inbox:
- Navigate to your inbox to see your received emails.
- Find the Unwanted Email:
- Locate an email from the sender you want to block. You can use the search bar or scroll through your inbox.
- Right-Click on the Email:
- Right-click on the email to open a context menu.
- Select “Junk”:
- Hover over or click on the “Junk” option in the context menu. This will open a submenu.
- Choose “Block Sender”:
- In the submenu, select “Block Sender.” This will move the email to the Junk Email folder and add the sender’s email address to your blocked list.
- Confirm the Action:
- If prompted, confirm that you want to block the sender by clicking “OK” or “Yes.”
- Repeat for Multiple Senders:
- If you need to block more senders, repeat the process for each one.
Managing Blocked Senders
- Access Blocked Senders List:
- Go to your Outlook settings and find the “Blocked Senders” or “Junk Email” section. Here, you can view and edit your blocked email addresses.
Customize Junk Email Settings
- Adjust Junk Email Settings:
- In the settings, you can customize how Outlook handles junk or unwanted emails. Set different protection levels and choose whether to automatically move suspected junk emails to the Junk Email folder or delete them permanently.
By following these steps, you can maintain a cleaner, more organized inbox in Outlook.
