Have you ever wondered who or what is on the other side of a spam email? I have. Is an actual person writing the message, or is it computer-generated? In any case, someone is pulling the strings and trying to bait you into giving up sensitive account and/or financial information. The sheer volume of spam emails received daily is staggering, with some unfortunate recipients reporting thousands per day. If this is you, consider adding spam filters to your inbox settings—no, seriously, that's no way to live!
Of course, shameless plug, but Constant Contact boasts a 97% inbox delivery rate. And we have a pretty stringent Acceptable Use Policy that prohibits bad actors like this from using the service, backed up by our ever-vigilant Compliance team. Rest assured, our goal is to get your emails where they need to go!
That said, spam emails often contain bizarre and humorous content, providing unintentional entertainment to recipients. They're like an unexpected guest who shows up at your party—unwelcome, kind of annoying, but surprisingly amusing. Spammers have found creative ways to try and get you to share personal information or loosen your purse strings; from promises of untold wealth to miracle cures, the subject lines they craft are to be admired.
The absurdity doesn't stop there; the email content itself is often a treasure trove of nonsensical text, grammatical gymnastics, and wildly implausible scenarios.
Take 10 minutes out of your day and watch this lighthearted video of comedian James Veitch as he engages in a months-long exchange with a spammer who offered to cut him in on a sweet deal. From the classic scams that never seem to die to the innovative tactics that keep us on our toes, we'll explore how spam has become a form of entertainment in its own right. So, grab your popcorn and keep your inboxes in check.
A word of caution, though. Don't click on anything that looks sketchy, and always be on the lookout for weird links. Also, don't actually reply like James Veitch did.
The next time you find a spam email in your inbox, take a moment to appreciate its unintentional humor—it might just brighten your day.
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