This article provides a unique and innovative approach to dealing with unwanted spam. Instead of simply deleting or reporting it, why not repurpose it? This guide will walk you through the process of creating a spam rehash, a method of turning unwanted spam into a useful tool.
To create a spam rehash, you will need the following:
Ensure your mailbox has enough capacity to handle the volume of spam. It's recommended to use a pop3 account, which allows you to manage your emails from your desktop. Avoid using a mailbox that you don't want to be spammed, as it can be challenging to clean up. Free pop3 accounts can be found at Newmail, Pmail, and Switchboard.
Fill your mailbox with spam. If you're unsure where to find spam, consider FFAL sites, guestbooks, classified ad sites, and freebie signups. Anywhere you provide your email address, you can expect to receive spam. Some sites even sell your email address to spam lists. Others, particularly guestbooks and classified ads, allow spammers to harvest your email addresses and send you spam for free!
After allowing the spam to accumulate for a week or a month, it's time to process it. Add the spam to an email extractor, such as ZDNet or A1Soft.
You'll likely encounter some 'bad' spam. Avoid opening these - just take our word for it. To separate the good from the bad, run the spam through an email validator like Legitima or Fairlogic. The bad spam should be easily identifiable and removable.
Once you've verified your spam, it's ready to be added to an autoresponder and served to guests or customers. Your autoresponder should have the capability to import lists. GetResponse, FastFacts, and AutorespondersPlus are all capable of this and can send out your message at timed intervals with an opt-out option.
If you're in a hurry, there's a quick cook recipe. Instead of using your pop3 email address on guestbooks or classified ads, use the autoresponder address. When spammers harvest your autoresponder address, they immediately receive a serving of spam rehash, thus serving your customers and guests faster.
Remember, if they send it to you, send them something in return. Enjoy your spam rehash!
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