A

PROJECT REPORT
ON

Spam Detection
submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement of Mini Project

Fourth Year (B.E)

In

COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BY

Chinmay Attarde (2022016402278345)

Vaishnavi Bandre (2022016402278024)
Mansi Barhate (2022016402278531)
Yash Bendale

Guide
Prof. Ashwini Gharde

Department of Computer Engineering

K.C. College of Engineering and Management Studies
and Research, Thane (E)

University of Mumbai
2025-26
 CERTIFICATE

This is certified that the mini project entitled “ Spam Detection ” is Bonafide work of
“Chinmay Attarde (A-03), Vaishnavi Bandre (A-07), Mansi Barhate (A-10), Yash
Bendale (A-11)”submitted to the University of Mumbai in partial fulfilment of the
requirement for the award of the degree of “Bachelor of Engineering” in “Computer
Engineering”.

Prof. Ashwini Gharde

Guide

Dr. Nita Patil Prof. Dr. R. K. Pandey

Head of Department Principal
 Project Report Approval for B.E.

This mini project entitled “Spam Detection” by Chinmay Attarde (A-03), Vaishnavi
Bandre (A-07), Mansi Barhate (A-10), Yash Bendale (A-11) is approved for the degree of
Bachelor of engineering in Computer Engineering.

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 DECLARATION
We declare that this written submission represents our ideas in our own words and
where others' ideas or words have been included, we have adequately cited and
referenced the original sources. We also declare that we have adhered to all principles
of academic honesty and integrity and have not misrepresented or fabricated or falsified
any idea/data/fact/source in our submission. We understand that any violation of the
above will be cause for disciplinary action by the Institute and can also evoke penal
action from the sources which have thus not been properly cited or from whom proper
permission has not been taken when needed.

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Chinmay Attarde(2022016402278345)
Vaishnavi Bandre(2022016402278024)
Mansi Barhate(2022016402278531)
Yash Bendale(2022016402277133)

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to express special thanks of gratitude to our guide, Prof. Ashwini
Gharde , who gave us the golden opportunity to do this wonderful project on the topic
of Spam Detection, which also helped us in doing a lot of research, and we came to
know about so many new things. We are very grateful to our Head of the Department,
Dr. Nita Patil , for extending her help directly and indirectly through various channels
in our project work. We would also like to thank our Principal, Prof. Dr. R. K.
Pandey for providing us the opportunity to implement our project. We are really
thankful to them. Finally, we would also like to thank our parents and friends who
helped us a lot in finalizing this project within the limited time frame.

Thank You.
 TABLE OF CONTENT
Sr. No. Topic Page No.

Certificate ............................................................................................. i
Approval Sheet ..................................................................................... ii

Declaration .......................................................................................... iii

Acknowledgement .............................................................................. iv
List of Figures .................................................................................... vi
Abstract ............................................................................................. vii

1. Introduction ....................................................................................... 1

2. Literature Survey .............................................................................. 2

3. Proposed Work
3.1 Requirement Analysis ......................................................... 3
3.1.1 Scope ............................................................................ 3
3.1.2 Feasibility Study ......................................................... 4

3.1.3 Hardware and Software Requirements .................... 5

3.2 Problem Statement .............................................................. 6

3.3 Aims & Objective ................................................................ 9

3.4 Experimental Results ......................................................... 11

3.5 Methodology ......................................................................... 21

4. Conclusion and Future Scope ............................................................ 22

5. References ............................................................................................ 23
 List Of Figure
Figure Page
no. Figure Name no.
3.4.1 Main Home page 11

3.4.2 Select the Theme 11

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3.4.3 Emoji Mode

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3.4.4 Text Mode

3.4.5 English Text to emoji 12

3.4.6 Hindi Text to emoji 12

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3.4.7 Marathi Text to emoji

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3.4.8 Emoji to text Meaning
 Abstract
The project “Spam Detection” focuses on automatically identifying and filtering unwanted
or harmful messages such as spam emails or texts. With the increasing use of digital
communication, spam messages have become a major problem, leading to wasted time,
security risks, and reduced system efficiency.

In this project, NLP techniques are used to analyze the content of messages and classify them
as spam or ham (non-spam) based on their linguistic patterns and word usage. Various
preprocessing steps such as tokenization, stop word removal, and stemming are applied to
clean and prepare the data. Machine learning algorithms like Naïve Bayes, Support Vector
Machine (SVM), or Logistic Regression are then trained on labeled datasets to perform
accurate classification.

The main goal of this project is to build an efficient model that can detect spam messages
with high accuracy and improve the reliability of communication systems. This approach
helps in maintaining user privacy and preventing misuse of online platforms.
 1. INTRODUCTION
In today’s digital world, communication through emails, messages, and social media has
become an essential part of daily life. However, this growth has also led to a rise in spam
messages — unwanted, irrelevant, or harmful content sent to users without their consent.
Spam can include advertisements, phishing links, or fraudulent messages that may harm
users or steal sensitive information.

To handle this problem, Spam Detection systems are developed using Natural Language
Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning techniques. NLP helps computers understand the
meaning and structure of human language, allowing them to analyze message content and
detect whether it is spam or genuine.

In this project, various NLP methods such as tokenization, stop word removal, and
stemming are used to process text data. After that, machine learning models are trained to
classify messages as spam or ham (non-spam) based on their features.

The main aim of this project is to design an intelligent system that can automatically filter
spam messages with high accuracy, ensuring safe and efficient communication. This project
highlights the power of NLP in solving real-world problems related to data security and
information management.
 2. Literature Survey
 Introduction to Spam Detection
Spam detection has been an active research area for many years due to the rapid increase in
unsolicited and fraudulent messages. Early systems used simple rule-based filters that
searched for specific keywords like “win,” “offer,” or “free.” However, these methods
were not effective as spammers quickly changed their strategies.

 Machine Learning Approaches

Researchers began using machine learning algorithms such as Naïve Bayes, Support
Vector Machine (SVM), Decision Trees, and Logistic Regression. These models learn
from labeled datasets and can classify new messages as spam or non-spam based on
learned patterns.

 Androutsopoulos et al. (2000) showed that the Naïve Bayes classifier works
efficiently for text-based spam detection.
 Sahami et al. (1998) introduced Bayesian filtering, which became one of the
earliest and most effective machine learning methods for spam filtering.

 Natural Language Processing (NLP) Techniques

With advancements in NLP, spam detection became more accurate. Techniques like
tokenization, stop word removal, stemming, and TF-IDF feature extraction improved
text understanding.

 Caruana and Niculescu-Mizil (2006) compared several algorithms and found that
combining NLP with ML improved detection accuracy.

 Deep Learning Models

Recent studies have explored deep learning methods such as Recurrent Neural
Networks (RNNs), LSTM, and BERT models. These models can capture complex
language patterns and context, making them more effective for detecting sophisticated
spam messages.

 Comparative Analysis
Studies show that Naïve Bayes performs well with smaller datasets, while SVM and deep
learning models achieve higher accuracy on large and diverse datasets. Combining NLP
preprocessing with advanced models gives the best results.
 3. Proposed Work
3.1 Requirement Analysis
The Spam Detection using NLP project requires both hardware and software resources
to process large volumes of text data efficiently. On the hardware side, a system with at
least 8 GB RAM, a multi-core processor, and sufficient storage is needed for handling
datasets and training machine learning models. On the software side, the project uses
Python as the main programming language along with libraries such as NLTK, scikit-
learn, pandas, and NumPy for text preprocessing, feature extraction, and classification.
The system also requires a dataset containing labeled messages (spam and non-spam) for
training and testing the model. Functional requirements include preprocessing text data,
applying NLP techniques, training the model using algorithms like Naïve Bayes or SVM,
and classifying new messages accurately. Non-functional requirements focus on system
efficiency, accuracy, user-friendliness, and data security. The goal is to build a reliable
and fast system that can automatically detect and filter spam messages in real time.

3.1.1 Scope
The scope of the Spam Detection using NLP project is to develop an intelligent system
that can automatically identify and filter spam messages from genuine ones using Natural
Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning techniques. The system can be
applied to various platforms such as email services, SMS filtering, and social media
applications to reduce unwanted or harmful content. It aims to improve communication
security, save user time, and prevent phishing or fraud attempts. The project also provides
a foundation for future improvements, such as using deep learning models or expanding
the system to detect spam in multiple languages. Overall, this project contributes to
building safer and more efficient digital communication systems.

3.1.2 Feasibility Study

1. Technical Feasibility
The project is technically feasible since it uses widely available technologies like
Python, NLTK, scikit-learn, and machine learning algorithms. These tools are open-
source, easy to install, and well-documented. The required hardware setup, such as a
system with moderate RAM and processing power, is sufficient to train and test models
effectively.
2. Economic Feasibility
The project is economically feasible because it uses free and open-source software
and does not require any expensive licenses or tools. The cost is mainly limited to
hardware maintenance and internet usage. Hence, the overall development cost is low,
making it suitable for academic and research purposes.
3. Operational Feasibility
The system is simple to use and can be integrated into existing applications like email
or messaging platforms. It automatically detects spam messages without needing much
user input, ensuring easy operation and high reliability. Users can benefit from
cleaner inboxes and safer communication.
4. Legal and Regulatory Feasibility
The project follows data privacy rules and ethical practices. If real-world data is used, it
must comply with data protection laws like GDPR to ensure that personal information
is not misused or shared without consent. All datasets should be anonymized and used
strictly for research and analysis.
5. Scheduling and Time Feasibility
The project can be completed within a reasonable time frame, typically a few weeks or
months, depending on the dataset size and complexity. Tasks like data collection,
preprocessing, model training, and testing can be planned in clear phases, making the
schedule manageable and realistic.

3.1.3 Hardware and Software Requirements

Hardware Requirements

1. Processor: Intel i5 or higher, or equivalent AMD processor

2. RAM: Minimum 8 GB (16 GB recommended for larger datasets)
3. Storage: At least 500 GB HDD or SSD for dataset storage and processing
4. Graphics Card: Not mandatory, but a GPU can help if using deep learning models
5. Internet Connection: Required for downloading libraries, datasets, and updates

Software Requirements

1. Operating System: Windows 10/11, Linux, or macOS

2. Programming Language: Python 3.x
3. Libraries/Frameworks:
a. NLTK – for text preprocessing
b. scikit-learn – for machine learning algorithms
c. pandas – for data handling and manipulation
d. NumPy – for numerical computations
e. Matplotlib / Seaborn – for data visualization (optional)
4. IDE/Editor: Jupyter Notebook, PyCharm, or VS Code
5. Dataset: Labeled datasets containing spam and non-spam messages (e.g., SMS
Spam Collection Dataset)
3.2 Problem Statements
With the rapid growth of digital communication, users are increasingly receiving unwanted
and harmful messages such as spam emails, SMS, and social media messages. These spam
messages can waste time, clutter inboxes, and sometimes contain malicious links or attempts
to steal sensitive information. Manual detection and filtering of spam is time-consuming
and unreliable, especially when messages arrive in large volumes.

The problem is to develop an automated system that can efficiently analyze incoming
messages, identify whether they are spam or non-spam (ham), and filter them accordingly.
The system should be accurate, fast, and capable of handling large volumes of text data,
using Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning techniques to
understand and classify the content of messages.

The goal is to improve communication security, reduce manual effort, and ensure users
receive only relevant and safe messages.

3.3 Aim and Objective

Aim: -
The aim of this project is to develop an intelligent system that can automatically detect
and filter spam messages using Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine
learning techniques, ensuring safer and more efficient digital communication.

Objective: -
1. To collect and preprocess text data from emails, SMS, or social media messages.
2. To apply NLP techniques such as tokenization, stop word removal, and stemming
for text cleaning and feature extraction.
3. To train and test machine learning models like Naïve Bayes, Support Vector
Machine (SVM), or Logistic Regression for spam classification.
4. To evaluate the accuracy, precision, and recall of the models and select the most
effective one.
5. To automate the classification process so that incoming messages can be filtered in
real-time.
6. To provide a reliable and user-friendly system that minimizes spam and improves
communication efficiency.
3.4 Experimental Result
1) Spam Result

Fig. 3.4.1 : Spam Result

2) Ham Result

Fig 3.4.2 : Ham Result

3.5 Methodology
The development of Emojify++ follows a structured, feature-driven approach to ensure
fast, accurate, and user-friendly real-time emoji prediction and meaning extraction. The
project begins with the design of the desktop interface using Tkinter, focusing on creating
a visually appealing, intuitive, and responsive GUI. Emphasis is placed on user experience
(UX) to support smooth text input, real-time emoji predictions, clickable emojis, dark/light
theme toggling, and easy navigation across all supported desktop environments.

At the core of the system is a multilingual emoji prediction engine, which utilizes a
custom emoji dataset (emoji_dict.csv) containing emoji characters, names, and keywords in
English, Hindi, and Marathi. User input is processed efficiently using keyword matching
and translation fallback via the Google Translate API, allowing accurate emoji suggestions
even for mixed-language or less common expressions. The system can provide up to three
relevant emojis per input, ensuring that users receive meaningful and expressive suggestions
in real time.

Additional features such as emoji-to-meaning mode, multilingual keyword display, and

default emoji fallback are integrated to improve accessibility, usability, and inclusivity. The
platform allows users to interact seamlessly in their preferred language, understand emoji
meanings across languages, and enhance everyday communication in chat applications or digital
conversations.

The back-end leverages Python, keyword mapping, and translation logic to perform
prediction and meaning extraction operations efficiently, ensuring high responsiveness and
reliability. Future upgrades may include expanding language support, increasing the emoji
database, adding voice input, displaying prediction confidence levels, and using AI-based
contextual understanding to provide smarter and personalized suggestions.

Comprehensive testing and debugging are performed throughout development to guarantee

stability, responsiveness, and a consistent user experience across devices. Future versions
may incorporate advanced features such as real-time contextual suggestions, user behavior-
based personalization, and integration with chatbots or mobile applications, allowing
Emojify++ to evolve according to user needs and feedback.

4 . Conclusion and Future Scope:

Conclusion:

● Emojify++ makes chatting more fun and expressive by suggesting emojis in real-
time based on what you type.
● It works with English, Hindi, and Marathi, so more people can use it easily.
● The app works both ways:
○ Type a message → get suggested emojis.
○ Click an emoji → see its meaning in three languages.
● The easy-to-use interface with chat bubbles, dark/light themes, and clickable emojis
makes it friendly for everyone.
 ● Overall, it helps users communicate emotions better and adds a playful touch to
digital conversations. Future Scope: -

The future scope of the Emoji++ platform is promising and can evolve in several key areas:
■ Emojify++ can be improved by adding support for a wider range of Indian
languages like Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali, as well as popular international
languages, making it accessible to more users around the world.
■ The app can show confidence levels or percentages for each emoji prediction so
that users have a better understanding of how well the suggestion matches their message.
■ The emoji library can be expanded to include more emojis along with detailed
meanings and contextual usage, allowing for richer and more accurate communication.
■ Future versions can be developed for mobile applications, chatbots, and browser
extensions, making the tool available across multiple platforms for convenient usage.
■ Voice input can be integrated so that users can speak naturally and receive emoji
suggestions automatically, making the interaction faster and more intuitive.
Advanced AI and machine learning techniques can be incorporated to improve
■ prediction
accuracy, learning from each user’s messaging style and context to provide smarter,
personalized suggestions.

5 . REFERENCE

1. Emoji Prediction using LSTM - Machine Learning Project with Source Code -
Project Gurukul

2. Defcon27/Emoji-Prediction-using-Deep-Learning: This project aims to understand

the underlying semantics of the text sentence using natural processing techniques to
predict reasonable emojis based on the context.

3 .( PDF) Context-Aware Emoji Prediction Using Deep Learning

4. Comparative analysis of Deep Learning and Machine Learning algorithms for emoji
prediction from Arabic text | Social Network Analysis and Mining

5 .[Link]
_Emoji_Prediction_Using_Deep_Learning/links/626cabead49fe200e1c7