The unsubscribe button seems like a pretty surefire way to stop unwanted emails from clogging up your inbox. Surprisingly, it actually isnt safe to unsubscribe from spam emails this way — in fact, some scammers rely on your click to access even more of your information.

How do you unsubscribe from spam emails?

On your computer, go to Gmail. Open an email from the sender you want to unsubscribe from. Next to the senders name, click Unsubscribe or Change preferences. If you dont see these options, follow the steps above to block the sender or mark the message as spam.

Can I be hacked by clicking unsubscribe?

Unsubscribing from spam emails is risky because if the email turns out to be a phishing email, you can find yourself with malware and/or viruses on your device and your network. Malware and viruses make you susceptible to being hacked and breached.

Is clicking on spam emails safe?

If youve clicked into a message accidentally, simply close and mark it as spam or delete it. Youre safe as long as youve not clicked an attachment or link within the email. Run your computers malware scan if youve opened a spam attachment or clicked on a text or image link that opened your browser to a website.

Is it bad to unsubscribe from emails?

If the message is seriously malicious, the “unsubscribe” link may take you to a site configured to infect or compromise your system. This is just another way bad guys get people to click on embedded email links. Dont fall for this ruse! It may result in a malware infection or system compromise.

What is the best way to unsubscribe from emails?

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What happens if you click on a spam email?

What do you do? Spam links come from ads that pop up on a webpage or in emails sent to you. Clicking on them can install malware like viruses, spyware or ransomware on your device. This happens when the malware records the keys you type on your keyboard (like when youre typing your passwords) and sends it to a hacker.

Is it better to unsubscribe or delete spam?

According to Ricks Daily Tips, a blog run by an A+ certified computer tech, you shouldnt click the unsubscribe button in any questionable spam emails. Instead of clicking unsubscribe, both Total Defense and Ricks Daily Tips agree that you should simply just mark the message as spam in your inbox instead.