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Unsubscribe email scam: How to protect yourself

Aren’t spam emails the worst? Sometimes they are just an annoyance, but other times they pose a real risk by infecting your device with a virus or stealing personal data. So, if an unwanted email lands in your inbox and you see an “unsubscribe” button, why not click on it?
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293 people found this article helpful.

How do I set up email on an iPhone?

You’ve tried manually to add an email to your iPhone but have been unsuccessful? We’re here to help! Read along and follow the easy steps below to complete your iPhone email setup and learn how to add mail.com to your iPhone!
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968 people found this article helpful.

What is the dark web and how does it work?

Maybe you’ve seen a movie scene where hackers swap secrets on the dark web or read a news report about a drug ring that operates through a darknet site. But what exactly is this dangerous-sounding corner of the internet? Where can it be found and is it only used by criminals? Today, our blog sheds some light on the dark web.
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213 people found this article helpful.

World Backup Day: Back up your important data today!

Just imagine losing or breaking your smartphone or laptop. Most of us have years of photos and important documents on our devices, and if you haven’t backed up your files, they’ll all be gone with the wind – and little hope of recovery. Luckily, it’s not hard to back up data, which is what World Backup Day on March 31 is all about!
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1,890 people found this article helpful.

How to write email invitations for a birthday party or event

Is your birthday coming up? Planning a party for your son’s graduation? Congratulations! Whether you are hosting a brunch for six or a barbeque for 100, the one thing your celebration absolutely needs is guests. And email is the perfect way to invite them. Learn how to write effective email party invitations in our blog post – with examples!
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How to stop emails you want from going to your spam folder

Are you a freelancer who worries about missing replies from important clients? A bargain hunter who subscribes to newsletters to get the latest promotion codes? Do you have a relative who loves to forward you family updates? If these emails sometimes land in your Spam folder, here are 3 tricks you can use to keep them out.
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Spam How-to Contacts
302 people found this article helpful.

What to do if you click on a phishing link

“Oh, no – I accidently clicked a phishing link! Does that mean I’ve been hacked? Does my phone have a virus now!?” If you’ve ever been tricked into opening a fraudulent link in a phishing email, a text message from a strange number, or a sketchy website, you’ve probably experienced this moment of alarm.
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Phishing Security Password
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New! Introducing the mail.com support chat

Not sure how to reset your mail.com password? Looking for help with a bounced email? Want to block an email sender but not sure how the blocklist works? Never fear – our new support chat is here to save the day!
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A strong network for women technologists

It all started with a simple email list. More than three decades ago, a couple of young women technologists laid the foundation for a global movement to support, mentor and encourage women in tech. On today’s International Women’s Day, let’s have a closer look at the distance they have come – and still have to go.
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Understanding pharming: Protecting yourself from online fraud

Online scams can take many forms, but the aim is often the same: harvesting personal data, login credentials, and account information to commit identity theft. And pharming is no different. Learn to recognize the signs of online fraud so you can protect yourself.
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Internet Phishing Security
506 people found this article helpful.

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