Getting off junk mail lists

The never-ending battle against junk mail! Here are some steps to help you get off junk mail lists:

  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 list is not a law, but many mailers respect it.
  2. Opt-out online: Visit the websites of companies you don't want to receive mail from and look for an "opt-out" or "unsubscribe" link. Fill out the form to remove your name and address from their mailing list.
  3. Contact the Direct Marketing Association (DMA): The DMA offers a service called "DMAchoice" that allows you to opt-out of receiving mail from its member companies. You can sign up online or call (888) 5-OPT-OUT (5-678-688).
  4. Request removal from specific companies: If you receive mail from a specific company, you can contact their customer service department and ask to be removed from their mailing list.
  5. Use the USPS "Opt-Out" form: The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a form to help you opt-out of receiving junk mail. You can download the form from their website or call (800) 275-8777 to request one.
  6. Check with your local post office: Your local post office may have a "Junk Mail" or "Opt-Out" program that can help you reduce the amount of unwanted mail you receive.
  7. Use a mail-blocking service: Services like 41pounds.org or MailBlocker.com can help you block unwanted mail from reaching your mailbox.
  8. Consider a mail-forwarding service: If you're tired of receiving junk mail at your current address, consider using a mail-forwarding service like EarthClassMail or Mailbox Forwarding. These services can forward your mail to a new address, reducing the amount of junk mail you receive.
  9. Report junk mail to the FTC: If you receive mail that is fraudulent or misleading, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ftc.gov/complaint.
  10. Monitor your credit reports: Check your credit reports regularly to ensure that your personal information is not being used to generate junk mail. You can request a free credit report from each of the three major credit reporting agencies (Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax) once a year.

Remember, it may take some time to completely eliminate junk mail from your life, but by following these steps, you can reduce the amount of unwanted mail you receive.