Get rid of junk mailing

The frustration of junk mail! Here are some ways to reduce or eliminate unwanted mail:

  1. National Do Not Mail List: Register your name and address on the National Do Not Mail List, a free service provided by the Direct Marketing Association (DMA). This won't eliminate all junk mail, but it can reduce the amount you receive.
  2. Opt-out online: Many companies allow you to opt-out of their mailing lists online. Look for a "Privacy" or "Opt-out" link on the company's website or email.
  3. Contact the sender: If you receive mail from a specific company, you can contact them directly to request they remove your name from their mailing list. Be prepared to provide your name and address.
  4. Use the USPS "Do Not Forward" service: If you're moving or don't want to receive mail at your current address, you can use the USPS "Do Not Forward" service to prevent mail from being forwarded to your new address.
  5. Use a mail-blocking service: Services like 41pounds.co.uk (UK) or Catalog Choice (US) allow you to opt-out of multiple catalogs and junk mailers at once.
  6. Use a paperless billing service: Consider switching to paperless billing for your bills and statements. This can reduce the amount of mail you receive.
  7. Use a junk mail filter: Some email providers, like Gmail, offer filters to help block unwanted emails. You can also use third-party filters like SpamAssassin or SpamSieve.
  8. Report junk mail to the USPS: If you receive mail that's clearly junk or spam, you can report it to the USPS. This helps them track and reduce the amount of junk mail in the system.
  9. Use a mail-blocking app: Apps like MailBlocker (iOS) or Mailwasher (Android) can help block junk mail and unwanted emails.
  10. Consider a mail-forwarding service: If you're tired of dealing with junk mail, consider using a mail-forwarding service like EarthClassMail or Mailbox Forwarding. These services can help you manage your mail and reduce the amount of junk you receive.

Remember, it may take some time and effort to completely eliminate junk mail, but these methods can help reduce the amount you receive.