Time consuming and annoying, spam is something we all want to be rid of. Unwanted mail often contains malware such as viruses and spyware that infect computers, steal personal data and cause lots of troubles to the PC user. Spam filters and blockers are the solution to the problem and although they may not eliminate unwanted emails 100%, you will still get rid of about 90%. And since paid tools are often too expensive to afford, the average user normally relies on free spam blockers downloaded from the Internet. You can choose integrated, standalone and online tools to assist you with the filtering and blockage of spam.
Integrated software is the most popular model of free spam blockers. After the installation on the computer this kind of software programs add new settings to the email application so that messages can be marked as spam or not spam. There is a huge number of free spam blockers available for this category, and all you have to do is check the Internet and read reviews in order to make sure that the tool you download for free will not be some form of malware. There are cases with so-called spam blockers that invade the computer and modify all sorts of functions exposing the PC to unauthorized access.
Another aspect you need to keep in mind when looking for good free spam blockers is the compatibility of the program with your email provider and the computer operating platform. There are softwares designed to operate with Outlook and Outlook Express only and they will not be suitable for Yahoo, Gmail or other email services. An alternative to an integrated program is the standalone anti-spam tool that enables the message previewing on the server before allowing the mail download into your computer. Some of the paid or free spam blockers in this category have the disadvantage of being operational only if you open the program before accessing the mail. Check a program that has an automatic feature for this process.
As for online free spam blockers, these are tools available for personal and business use, with the mention that corporations are normally interested in this kind of protection. Anti-spam programs conducted online delete the unwanted messages in the junk mail without any involvement on the part of the PC user. There are lower chances of finding online free spam blockers, since most of them require monthly fees for filtering emails.
