Restrict messages from unknown senders in Chat

To increase security and reduce the number of unwanted messages, which includes spam, you can restrict Chat message requests from unknown senders in 1:1 conversations and spaces.

1. On your computer, open Google Chat or Gmail .
   • In Gmail:On the left, click Chat.
2. At the top right, click Settings.
3. To choose who can message you in:
   • 1:1 conversations:Under "Who can message you?," select:
     • Anyone:You can receive invitations from anyone.
     • Known senders only:For increased security, you can receive invitations only if the sender is in your contacts or if you’ve interacted with them before. Other invitations go to the spam folder.
   • Spaces:Under “Who can invite you to spaces?,” select:
     • Anyone:You can receive invitations from anyone.
     • Known senders only:For increased security, you can receive invitations only if the sender is in your contacts or if you’ve interacted with them before. Other invitations go to the spam folder.