Published December 15, 2024 6:00am EST close How to delete multiple emails at once on Android Cutting through the digital clutter Are you drowning in a sea of unread emails?Lets cut through the digital clutter and help you delete multiple emails on your Android device at once. Before we get to the steps, there are some important things to consider. First, always ensure youre not deleting important emails. Second, you'll need to back up important emails.Also, be aware that some email apps require you to delete emails in each folder separately. Finally, remember that some apps have different methods for bulk deletion.So, well cover the most common techniques. OK, let's get started. Image of an Android on a desk (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to back up important emails on your AndroidTo back up important emails on an Android device, follow these steps:Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturerOpen theSettings app on your Android device.Select"Accounts and backup."Click"Back up data."Tap"Back up now" to start the backup process.Sign in to your Google account if prompted.This will ensure your important emails and other data are safely backed up to your Google account. Steps to back up important emails on your Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to delete multiple emails at once on AndroidWant to clear out those pesky emails all at once? Here's how:Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturerLaunch the email app on your Android deviceOnce you're in your inbox, tap and hold on to any email to activate the selection mode.Checkboxes will appear next to each email.Tap theempty circles to choose multiple emails you want to delete.Once you've selected the desired emails, tap the"delete" or"trash can" icon at the bottom of the screen.Confirm your decision by clicking"Move to trash." Steps to delete multiple emails at once on Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to bulk delete emails on AndroidSettings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturerLaunch the email app on your Android deviceLong press on anemail you want to delete.Tap theAll option in the upper left corner.Hit the trash can or where it saysDelete all at the bottom of your screen and watch those emails disappear in bulk. Steps to bulk delete emails on Android (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to delete sender-specific emailsDo you want to target emails from a specific sender? Here's a smart hack:Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturerLaunch the email app on your Android deviceUse thesearch function to find all emails from that senderLong press on anemail you want to delete or clickSelect allTap the trash can icon where it says Delete all at the bottom of the screenGET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Steps to delete sender-specific emails (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to delete multiple emails using the Gmail appSettings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturerOpen theGmail appTap thesender image to start selecting the emails you want to deleteManually select eachemailyou'd like to delete or clickSelect allTap the trash can icon in the upper right of the screen. Steps to delete multiple emails using the Gmail app (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Kurts key takeawaysDealing with an overflowing inbox doesn't have to be daunting. By following these steps, you'll be able to efficiently manage your emails and keep your Android device clutter-free. Remember to always back up important emails before you start deleting them, and stay mindful of the different methods for bulk deletion across various email apps. Clearing out those unread emails can make a world of difference in staying organized and reducing digital stress.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPWhat features do you wish your email app had to make your life easier? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/ContactFor more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/NewsletterAsk Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to coverFollow Kurt on his social channelsAnswers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.