SpamAssassin rule
T_REMOTE_IMAGE
Loads an external image
+0.01 points
Combination of other tests (meta rule)
What T_REMOTE_IMAGE means
The message contains an image loaded from the web. Normal for newsletters; testing rule with almost no score.
The rule's description in SpamAssassin: “Message contains an external image”
How to fix it
Nothing to do, but host images on your own domain with HTTPS.
This rule adds almost nothing to the score by itself. It matters only together with other rules.
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Frequently asked questions
What does T_REMOTE_IMAGE mean?
The message contains an image loaded from the web. Normal for newsletters; testing rule with almost no score.
How do I fix T_REMOTE_IMAGE?
Nothing to do, but host images on your own domain with HTTPS.
How many points does T_REMOTE_IMAGE add?
0.01 points in the default SpamAssassin ruleset (network tests on, Bayes off). A message is treated as spam from 5.0 points. Mail servers can change scores locally.