How to mass delete emails in Gmail

Managing an overloaded inbox can be daunting, but learning how to mass delete emails in Gmail makes it much easier to organize and declutter your account.

To delete large quantities of emails at once, start by using the Search bar to filter messages. For example, search for specific senders, keywords, or categories like "label:promotions" to target unwanted emails.

Once the filtered list appears, click the checkbox at the top to select all visible emails. Gmail limits visible selections to 50 emails per page, but you can click the option “Select all conversations that match this search” to include every email in the filter.

Then, click the trash bin icon to delete them. Confirm the bulk action.

For permanently clearing space, remember to empty the Trash folder, as deleted emails stay there for 30 days unless manually removed. Gmail’s filtering and mass selection tools make it simple to clear your inbox and keep it organized.