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That unsubscribe button may invite more spam

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Clicking the tiny removal link at the bottom of a spam email is often a massive strategic mistake. Instead of taking you off their list, malicious senders use that click as absolute proof that your address is actively monitored, instantly guaranteeing you will receive significantly more junk.

That unsubscribe button may invite more spam
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