thunderbird / thunderbird/thunderbird-android

Add interface to allow Spam filtering by third-party apps

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type: enhancement
Dominant language
Kotlin
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Description

I don't want to include a Spam filter into the app itself. Instead we could add an interface that allows third-party apps to provide Spam filtering capabilities.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reviewing the app's existing filtering architecture and how third-party integrations are exposed, then define the interface's scope and integration contract; done means a documented, usable way for external apps to provide spam filtering.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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