Gmail Alters Email Content by Automatically Adding Links, Raising Concerns
By
chrisjj
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
The article discusses how Gmail alters incoming email content by automatically linkifying text, such as 'amazon.co.uk,' even in scam warnings, which the author finds ironic. Examples are provided comparing Gmail's behavior with Fastmail, and concerns are raised about the implications for legal cases where email integrity is crucial.
Key quotes
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Quite ironic given the warning about links in scam mails.
God help anyone printing emails to shows tampering or lack of for a legal case.
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