Why Am I Receiving SPAM Emails from My Own Account?

Why Am I Receiving SPAM Emails from My Own Account?

In today's digital era, email has become an indispensable communication tool. However, one of the most puzzling and frustrating situations is receiving SPAM emails that apparently come from our own email account. In this article, we'll explore why this happens and provide some guidelines on what to do about it.

Why do they seem to come from my own account?

SPAM emails that appear to come from our own account are a tactic used by spammers to deceive users and increase the likelihood that they will open those messages. This technique is known as "spoofing," where spammers forge the sender's email address to make it look like it comes from a trusted source, such as our own account.

What should I do with these SPAM emails?

  1. Don't open or reply: The golden rule with SPAM emails is not to open or reply to them. By doing so, you may confirm to the sender that your email address is active, which could result in an increase in the volume of SPAM you receive.

  2. Mark as SPAM: Use the mark as SPAM feature in your email client. This helps train your email filter to identify similar future messages as SPAM and send them directly to the corresponding folder.

  3. Set up email filters: Log in to your cPanel at Webzi and set up filters or rules in your email client so that messages that appear to come from your own account are automatically sent to the SPAM folder or deleted directly. 

  4. Update your antivirus and security software: Make sure you have an updated antivirus and reliable security software installed on your device. This will help detect and block SPAM emails before they reach your inbox.

  5. Consider changing your password: If you frequently receive SPAM emails that appear to come from your own account, it could be a sign that your account has been compromised. In that case, change your password immediately and make sure to use a strong and unique password.

Although receiving SPAM emails that appear to come from our own account can be puzzling, it's important to remember that these messages are fake and designed to deceive us. By following the guidelines mentioned above, we can reduce the amount of SPAM we receive and keep our email accounts more secure. Remember, caution and awareness are key to staying protected in the digital world.

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