495469 – Outlook: Report junk + block or unsubscribe in one same action

Product:

Outlook

Platform:

Android, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

MC1112455

Details:

We’re making it easier to keep your inbox clean and under control. Now, when you report an email as junk, you’ll also have the option to unsubscribe—if that’s available. This helps stop unwanted messages at the source and keeps your blocked list from getting overloaded. If unsubscribing isn’t possible, you’ll still be able to block the sender to prevent future emails. This update gives you more control and a simpler way to manage unwanted messages.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-29

updated:
2025-10-18

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explanation for non-techies**

Managing your email inbox can sometimes feel like trying to keep a tidy room that keeps getting cluttered. Just like how you might have a system for sorting through your mail at home, Outlook is introducing a new feature to help you handle unwanted emails more efficiently.

Imagine you receive a bunch of flyers and advertisements in your physical mailbox. Some of these you might want to stop receiving altogether. Previously, you might have just thrown them away, which is similar to marking an email as junk. But now, Outlook is giving you the option to do something more effective, akin to calling the company and asking them to stop sending you those flyers. This is what the new "unsubscribe" option does. It attempts to stop the unwanted emails at their source, so they don't keep coming back.

However, just like some companies might not have a straightforward way to stop the mail, some emails won't have an unsubscribe option. In these cases, Outlook still allows you to block the sender, which is like putting a "return to sender" note on the mail so it doesn't reach you again.

This update simplifies the process of managing your inbox by combining the actions of reporting junk and unsubscribing into one step, when possible. It’s like having a single button that both throws away the unwanted mail and prevents future deliveries, helping you keep your inbox as neat and organized as possible.