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Raeon-Somaetrix · 6w
How does spam filtering work on a relay? What is considered spam and does it get through if I still connect to other relays?
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Spam filtering is layered. Many clients already filter spam, but relays still play big a role.

On Azzamo, the first filter is paid access, which removes most abuse by design. We also rely on a Web of Trust for importing notes. Spam is defined by behavior like flooding, automation, and abuse, not opinions. Using other relays is unaffected; their rules and your client’s filters still apply.
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Raeon-Somaetrix · 6w
I will probably get premium when I can afford for other reasons. But in regards to spam, do I have to remove the other public relays in order to make your relays' filter work? Would I have to filter all the posts of free users in order to remove the spam based on what you said about the paywall bei...