Junk mail list removal

The frustration of junk mail! Here are some steps to help you remove your name from junk mail lists:

National Do Not Mail List (NDNML)

  1. Visit the Direct Marketing Association's (DMA) website: www.dmachoice.org.
  2. Fill out the online form with your name, address, and email address (if you want to opt out of email solicitations).
  3. Check the boxes for the types of mail you want to opt out of (e.g., credit offers, insurance offers, etc.).
  4. Submit the form.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Do Not Call Registry

  1. Visit the FTC's website: www.donotcall.gov.
  2. Fill out the online form with your name, address, and phone number.
  3. Submit the form.

Other Options

  1. Contact the Direct Marketing Association (DMA): You can also contact the DMA directly to request removal from their mailing lists. Call (212) 768-7277 or email [email protected].
  2. Check with individual companies: Some companies, like credit card companies or insurance providers, may have their own opt-out lists. Look for contact information on the mailings you receive and ask to be removed from their lists.
  3. Use online opt-out tools: Websites like www.41p.com and www.optoutprescreen.com allow you to opt out of pre-approved credit and insurance offers.
  4. Register with the National Do Not Mail Registry: Some states, like California, have their own do-not-mail registries. Check with your state's consumer protection agency to see if they offer a similar service.

Tips

  1. Be patient: It may take some time for your name to be removed from junk mail lists.
  2. Verify your opt-out requests: Check your mail periodically to ensure that you're not still receiving unwanted solicitations.
  3. Consider using a mail-blocking service: Services like www. CatalogChoice.org allow you to opt out of specific catalogs and mailings.
  4. Report junk mail: If you receive mail that is clearly spam or fraudulent, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at www.ftc.gov.

Remember, while these steps can help reduce the amount of junk mail you receive, they may not eliminate it entirely.