The article reflects on the evolution of the internet from an exciting platform for connection and creativity to a cluttered space filled with spam and data exploitation. Initially seen as a perfect tool for communication, the internet is now burdened by unwanted emails and notifications. Many users, even the Yorba members, find themselves inundated with newsletter subscriptions, only opening a fraction of them. With an average of 148 mailing lists per person and significant time spent managing spam, the article advocates for proactive measures like mass unsubscribing and account deletions to regain control and improve online experiences.
When we started, there was no good way to quiet the noise. You could either use a service like Unroll.me (and risk having your data sold again), or you could manually handle your inbox, subscriptions, and account deletions.
On average, Yorba members are on 148 mailing lists each. That equals: This adds up to a whole lot of time: 5 hours yearly to manage SPAM, assuming you spend as little as 3 seconds on each email.
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