Remove address from junk mail list
The eternal struggle against junk mail! Here are some steps to help you remove your address from junk mail lists:
National Do Not Mail List (NDNML)
- Visit the National Do Not Mail List website (www.donotmail.org).
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and email address (if you want to receive updates).
- Click "Submit" to add your address to the list.
Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Mail Preference Service (MPS)
- Visit the DMA's Mail Preference Service website (www.dmaconsumers.org).
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and email address (if you want to receive updates).
- Pay a one-time fee of $2 to add your address to the list.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Do Not Call Registry
While not specifically for junk mail, the FTC's Do Not Call Registry can help reduce telemarketing calls, which often come with junk mail. To register:
- Visit the FTC's Do Not Call Registry website (www.donotcall.gov).
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and phone number.
- Click "Submit" to add your number to the registry.
Other Options
- Contact the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) at (212) 768-7277 or www.dmaconsumers.org to request a form to opt-out of mailings.
- Reach out to specific companies that send you junk mail and ask to be removed from their mailing lists.
- Consider using a service like 41pounds.co.uk (UK) or Catalog Choice (US) to help you opt-out of junk mail.
Important Notes
- It may take some time for your address to be removed from junk mail lists, as companies may not update their lists immediately.
- Some companies may still send you mail even after you've opted-out, as they may not have access to the updated lists.
- Be cautious of scams that claim to remove your address from junk mail lists for a fee. These services are often ineffective or scams themselves.
Remember, it's an ongoing battle to keep your address off junk mail lists, but by taking these steps, you can reduce the amount of unwanted mail you receive.