How to block email on icloud – Blocking unwanted emails on iCloud is a handy way to keep your inbox free of spam, phishing attempts, and messages from specific senders you’d rather not hear from. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to block emails on iCloud:
1. Using iCloud Mail on a Web Browser:
a. Open iCloud Mail: Go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID and password.
b. Access Mail: Click on the “Mail” icon to access your iCloud Mail inbox.
c. Open the Email: Locate the email from the sender you want to block. You can open the email by clicking on it.
d. Click “Flag” Icon: At the top of the email, you’ll see a small flag icon. Click on it to reveal a drop-down menu.
e. Select “Block”: In the drop-down menu, you’ll see the option to “Block Sender.” Click on this option.
f. Confirm Blocking: A confirmation dialog box will appear asking if you want to block the sender. Click “Block” to confirm.
g. Blocked Senders List: The sender’s email address will now be added to your Blocked Senders list. Any future emails from this sender will automatically be moved to your Junk folder.
2. Using the Mail App on iPhone or iPad:
a. Open Mail App: Launch the Mail app on your iPhone or iPad.
b. Find the Email: Locate the email from the sender you want to block.
c. Open the Email: Tap on the email to open it.
d. Tap Sender’s Name or Email Address: Near the top of the email, you’ll see the sender’s name or email address. Tap on it.
e. Choose “Block this Contact”: A menu will pop up with options. Choose “Block this Contact” to block the sender.
f. Confirm Blocking: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to block the sender. Confirm by tapping “Block Contact.”
g. Blocked Senders List: The sender will now be added to your Blocked Senders list, and their emails will be directed to the Junk folder.
3. Using the Mail App on Mac:
a. Open Mail App: Launch the Mail app on your Mac.
b. Find the Email: Locate the email from the sender you want to block.
c. Open the Email: Double-click on the email to open it.
d. Click on “From”: In the email header, you’ll see the sender’s name or email address. Click on it.
e. Select “Block Contact”: A drop-down menu will appear. Select “Block Contact” from the options.
f. Confirm Blocking: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you want to block the sender. Confirm by clicking “Block.”
g. Blocked Senders List: The sender’s email address will now be added to your Blocked Senders list, and their emails will be filtered to the Junk folder.
Note: If you accidentally block a sender and want to unblock them, you can do so by accessing your Blocked Senders list and removing them from there.
By following these steps, you can effectively block unwanted emails on iCloud, keeping your inbox tidy and free from unwanted messages.