Top level domain blocking

Question

I want to block a top level domain, or two. I get reams of spam from .me addresses (Montenegro) and .us addresses (United States). I want to block all the domains originating from those top level domains. I've tried using the domain blocker under Junk/safety options/international/blocked top-level domain list, but it does not seem to make any difference. I don't want to use "safe senders only". I don't see any definitive answer under previous questions as to whether or not this feature works. Surely it can't be difficult to be made to work, if it doesn't already.

I repeat the question to be absolutely clear on my requirements. I want to block all domains originating in the top level domains ".me", and ".us".

I'm using Windows 7 with all pertinent upgrades applied, and Windows Live Mail (unable to see what version it is, if there is one).

Thanks.

Answer 1

I tried that doesnt make a difference. for example I get variations of ******@spamdomain.fr

or ******@spammer2.fr

I noticed this settings in windows live/outlook but not outlook.com.

Answer 2

Interestingly, my PC was automatically rebooted overnight two days ago to take into account some Windows Updates that were installed. Since this update, the problem has disappeared. Was the domain block in Windows Live Mail fixed in one of these updates? Suffice to say, I no longer have a problem, and I haven't changed anything. Thanks.

Answer 3

Hi RichardBradburn,

We apologize for the delayed response. I understand that you want to block a domain on your account. Please block the domain directly on your account settings online. If you are using an Outlook.com account you can refer to these steps on how to block the domain.

1. Sign in your account on this **link**.
2. Click the cog icon located at the upper right of the page and select Options.
3. Under Preventing Junk email select safe and blocked senders.
4. Go to Blocked senders and enter the domain name.

Note: Not all domains can be blocked, this applies to domains that has filter agreements with Microsoft.

Thanks!

Answer 4

Bumping this up.

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