We are going through a number of viruses, spyware, and malicious software daily. They are widely circulating on the internet, and without our notice, they can harm our PCs as well as our privacy.
Emails are a primary target for security threats, including spam and phishing attempts. To mitigate these risks, consider opening your emails in plain text format, which can enhance security. While most email clients default to handling emails in HTML format, switching to plain text can reduce vulnerability. Here’s how you can do it in various email clients:
Gmail:
- Open the email in Gmail.
- Click the down button beside “Reply.”
- Select “Message text garbled?” to view the email in plain text.
Mozilla Thunderbird:
- Open Thunderbird.
- Click the “View” menu.
- Select “Message Body As” and choose “Plain Text.”
Outlook 2003:
- Go to “Tools -> Options -> Preferences” in Outlook 2003.
- In E-mail options, click on E-mail Options.
- Select “Read all standard mail in plain text.”
Outlook 2007:
- Navigate to “Tools -> Trust Center -> E-mail Security” in Outlook 2007.
- Under Read as Plain Text, select “Read all standard mail in plain text.”
Outlook 2010:
- Launch Outlook.
- Click on the “File” menu and select “Options.”
- Choose “Trust Center” and go to the “Trust Center Settings” tab.
- Under “E-mail Security,” check the box next to “Read all standard mail in plain text” in “Read as Plain Text.”
Outlook.com:
- In Outlook.com, use the “View Source” option to view an email in plain text.
- Click the “Actions” link in your email.
- Select “View message source.”
Conclusion:
While emails often come in HTML format for a visually appealing look, it’s advisable to avoid HTML-containing emails for better security and privacy. Following the provided steps can help you skip the HTML part and read your emails in plain text, enhancing your overall email security.
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