Don't verify email addresses by sending spam to them
The article warns against the practice of using spam emails as a method for verifying user email addresses during sign-up processes. It highlights how some platforms misuse API requests to trigger unsolicited emails, which is considered poor practice.
Why it matters
Addresses security and ethical concerns in web development regarding user data and anti-spam compliance.
Much have been said about futility of trying to validate email addresses. Generally accepted advice is that you should just send verification link and don’t care about trying to validate it beforehand.
The article provides technical advice based on industry standards for web development.
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