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The modern handbook on Blocklists

Track the reputation lists that can stop mail from reaching the inbox and learn how delisting works.
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Matthew Whittaker profile picture
ByMichael Ko & Matthew Whittaker
11 featured articles
1 hour 55 min read
Updated 28 Oct 2026
Foundation
Monitoring
Major blocklists
Delisting and recovery

Blocklists FAQs

Answers to common questions about email blocklists, monitoring, and delisting.

An email blocklist is a list of IP addresses, domains, or URLs associated with unwanted mail, abuse, compromised systems, or poor sending practices.

No. Some blocklists are widely used by mailbox providers, while others have little practical impact. Severity depends on the list, the listing type, and who uses it.

Check bounce messages, mailbox provider responses, and your sending IP or domain against major blocklists. A listing matters most when it matches real deferrals, blocks, or spam placement.

Fix the cause first, such as spam complaints, compromised accounts, bad lists, or open relays. Then follow the blocklist owner's removal process with clear evidence that the issue is resolved.

Yes. If you send through a shared pool, another sender's behavior can affect the pool reputation. Your provider may need to rotate, clean, or segment traffic.
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