Catalog choice opt out of unwanted mail

The joys of unwanted mail! Here's a step-by-step guide to help you opt out of unwanted mail and catalogs:

National Do Not Mail List

  1. Visit the National Do Not Mail List website (www.donotmail.org) and fill out the online form.
  2. Provide your name, address, and email address (if you want to opt out of email solicitations as well).
  3. Check the boxes for the types of mail you want to opt out of (e.g., catalogs, credit offers, charity solicitations).
  4. Submit the form.

Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Mail Preference Service

  1. Visit the DMA's Mail Preference Service website (www.dmaconsumers.org) and fill out the online form.
  2. Provide your name, address, and email address (if you want to opt out of email solicitations as well).
  3. Check the boxes for the types of mail you want to opt out of (e.g., catalogs, credit offers, charity solicitations).
  4. Submit the form.

Catalog Choice

  1. Visit the Catalog Choice website (www.catalogchoice.org) and create an account.
  2. Enter your name, address, and email address.
  3. Browse through the list of participating catalogs and check the boxes next to the ones you want to opt out of.
  4. Submit your request.

Other Options

  1. Contact individual companies: If you receive unwanted mail from a specific company, you can contact their customer service department and ask to be removed from their mailing list.
  2. Use online opt-out tools: Some companies, like Amazon, offer online opt-out tools for their promotional emails and catalogs.
  3. Register with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC): The FTC allows you to register your phone number and email address to reduce unwanted telemarketing and email solicitations.

Tips

  1. Be patient: It may take some time for your opt-out requests to take effect, as companies may not update their mailing lists immediately.
  2. Verify your opt-outs: Periodically check your mail to ensure that unwanted catalogs and solicitations have stopped arriving.
  3. Consider using a mail-blocking service: Services like Truecaller or Nomorobo can help block unwanted calls and texts, including those from telemarketers and spammers.

By following these steps, you can reduce the amount of unwanted mail and catalogs you receive, helping to declutter your mailbox and reduce waste.