Why is my Yahoo spam filter not working, and how can I fix it?

[smithkein91]

The Yahoo spam filter not working due to outdated settings or incorrect configuration. To fix this,
Log in to your Yahoo Mail account.
Click on "Settings" (gear icon), then "More Settings."
Choose "Filters" and ensure your spam filters are set up correctly.
Update your filters as needed and save the changes.
Additionally, mark unwanted emails as spam to train the filter, and consider reporting persistent spam to Yahoo for further assistance.

[petergroft]

If you're experiencing issues with Yahoo's spam filter not working effectively, there are several steps you can take to address the problem:

Check Spam Folder: First, make sure that legitimate emails are not being mistakenly marked as spam and sent to your Spam folder. Review the contents of your Spam folder to ensure there are no false positives.

Mark as Not Spam: If you find legitimate emails in your Spam folder, mark them as "Not Spam." This helps Yahoo's spam filter learn and improve over time.

Check Filter Settings:

Log in to your Yahoo Mail account.
Click on the "Settings" gear icon and select "More Settings."
Go to the "Security and Privacy" section.
Check your spam filter settings and adjust them if necessary. You can choose between "Show attachments, images, and links in spam messages" or "Don't show."
Add Contacts to Safe List:

Add the email addresses of trusted contacts to your Contacts list. This can help prevent their emails from being marked as spam.
Check Sender's Address:

Verify that the sender's email address is correct and not suspicious. Sometimes, minor variations in the email address can trigger the spam filter.
Avoid Common Spam Keywords:

Avoid using common spam trigger words in your emails. These words can sometimes cause legitimate emails to be flagged as spam.

Greetings,
Peter