Methods, systems, and computer program products for reducing unsolicited
electronic messages by using immutable email identities in place of
traditional email addresses. Over any of various protocols, an address
generation server receives an electronic message requesting a disposable
address for an intended recipient having an immutable email identity. The
request also includes a return address for the sender, which discourages
unsolicited messages because most senders of unsolicited messages prefer
to remain anonymous. After receiving the request, the address generation
server creates the disposable electronic message address, which may be
limited in use. A challenge must be completed before the address may be
discovered or used. This challenge further discourages unsolicited
electronic messages because it imposes a burden that many senders of
unsolicited messages are unwilling to bear.