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A selection of the spam that reaches my inbox and contact form, for your entertainment. I've taken out the links, email addresses and phone numbers.

An offshore software house looking for ways to streamline your processes? Hi, We provide innovative software solutions, including ERP systems and AI workflow automation, alongside SEO services to increase your visibility. Our developers are available for dedicated support
Hi, We provide innovative software solutions, including ERP systems and AI workflow automation, alongside SEO services to increase your visibility. Our developers are available for dedicated support to meet your specific needs. Would you be up for a brief conversation? Best regards, [name removed] [number removed]
Claims to be Bluehost (sent through a bulk mailer) Get better, faster, and reliable hosting with Bluehost Better Hosting. Smoother Website Experiences. Fast, reliable hosting with up to 60% off + extra 25% based on yearly plan selected* You've already chosen Bluehost as part of your online journey. So, w
Better Hosting. Smoother Website Experiences. Fast, reliable hosting with up to 60% off + extra 25% based on yearly plan selected* You've already chosen Bluehost as part of your online journey. So, when it's time to host your website, why not choose the platform trusted by 5M+ websites worldwide. Or talk to a Bluehost hosting expert today [number removed] (I haven't.)
A "signature service" sending from a cleaning company's domain Complete Your Signature Your Electronic Signature Is Requested. You are signer 1 of 2 on this document. Please review the document and complete the electronic-signature process. This document to sign is private and strictly
Your Electronic Signature Is Requested. You are signer 1 of 2 on this document. Please review the document and complete the electronic-signature process. This document to sign is private and strictly only for [address removed]. Review & Sign Now. Or open this link: [link removed] Do Not Share. This message may contain a private signing link. (A classic phishing lure: there's no document, just a fake sign-in page waiting behind the button.)
Pretends to be Ledger, sent from a Brazilian delivery firm's server Security alert: Urgent firmware update We have identified a critical security vulnerability in the current firmware that is being actively exploited. If left unpatched, your device is at risk of compromise, potentially leading to the perma
We have identified a critical security vulnerability in the current firmware that is being actively exploited. If left unpatched, your device is at risk of compromise, potentially leading to the permanent loss of your digital assets. Your security depends on immediate action. Update your firmware to the latest version 2.5.1 through your Ledger Live dashboard right now. The process takes less than five minutes. [Update Now: link removed] © 2026 Iedger - All rights reserved. (Note the capital I in "Iedger". I don't own a Ledger, and Ledger never emails you to update firmware.)
A "developer marketing" agency Developer marketing plan for open-source projects Hi, I am reaching out from [name removed], a developer marketing service for open-source, AI, DevTools, SaaS, and infrastructure projects. Many strong technical projects do not need a long agency pi
Hi, I am reaching out from [name removed], a developer marketing service for open-source, AI, DevTools, SaaS, and infrastructure projects. Many strong technical projects do not need a long agency pitch. They need a clear launch message, the right developer-facing channels, and a simple delivery record that shows what was actually published or sent. We do not need your GitHub account, password, token, repository permission, or private customer data. If this is not relevant, reply "stop" and we will remove this address from future outreach. (The footer says I subscribed. I didn't.)
An outsourced bookkeeping firm Professionals Bookkeeping, Accounting and VAT Services Hello, I hope this email finds you well. We provide cost-effective bookkeeping, accounting, VAT, payroll, and compliance services through our 2000 plus strong delivery team, enabling us to offer pre
Hello, I hope this email finds you well. We provide cost-effective bookkeeping, accounting, VAT, payroll, and compliance services through our 2000 plus strong delivery team, enabling us to offer premium support starting at just £9/hour to finance leaders like yourself. We can set up a personal meeting at your office for a detailed face to face discussion. Best Regards, [name removed]

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