How to stop recieving junk mail

The never-ending battle against junk mail! Here are some steps to help you reduce or stop receiving 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 guarantee complete elimination, but it can help reduce the amount of junk mail you receive.
  2. Opt-out online: Many companies offer online opt-out options for their mailing lists. Look for "opt-out" or "unsubscribe" links on the mailers you receive, or visit the company's website to request removal from their mailing list.
  3. Contact the sender: If you receive mail from a specific company or organization, you can contact them directly to request removal from their mailing list. Be prepared to provide your name and address to verify your request.
  4. Remove your name from public directories: Some directories, like the White Pages or Yellow Pages, sell your contact information to marketers. You can opt-out of these directories or remove your name from them.
  5. Use a mail-blocking service: Services like 41pounds.co.uk (UK) or MailBlock (US) can help you stop receiving junk mail by blocking your address from being shared with marketers.
  6. Use a PO box or mail forwarding service: If you're receiving a lot of junk mail, consider using a PO box or mail forwarding service to receive your mail. This can help keep your personal address private and reduce the amount of junk mail you receive.
  7. Check your credit reports: Your credit reports may contain information that's being used to target you with junk mail. Check your reports regularly and dispute any errors or inaccuracies.
  8. Use a junk mail filter: Some email providers, like Gmail, offer junk mail filters that can help reduce the amount of unwanted mail you receive. You can also use third-party filters or plugins to block junk mail.
  9. Report junk mail to the USPS: If you're receiving a lot of junk mail, you can report it to the United States Postal Service (USPS) by filling out a form on their website.
  10. Consider a junk mail reduction service: Companies like Earth911 or GreenDimes offer services that can help you reduce your junk mail by opting you out of various mailing lists and providing you with a free address label to use on your mail.

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