Stop catalog junk mail

The frustration of receiving unwanted junk mail! Here are some steps to help you stop catalog junk mail:

National Do Not Mail List (NDNML)

  1. Register your name and address on the National Do Not Mail List (NDNML) website: www.donotmail.org. This is a free service that allows you to opt-out of receiving unsolicited mail.
  2. You can also register by calling (888) 5OPT-OUT (888-567-8688) or by sending a written request to: National Do Not Mail List, P.O. Box 643, Carmel, NY 10512.

Catalog Choice

  1. Sign up for Catalog Choice, a free service that allows you to opt-out of receiving catalogs and other unwanted mail from specific companies. Visit their website: www.catalogchoice.org.
  2. Enter your name and address, and select the companies you no longer want to receive mail from.

Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Mail Preference Service

  1. Register with the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Mail Preference Service, which is a paid service that helps reduce unwanted mail. Visit their website: www.dmaconsumers.org.
  2. Pay a one-time fee of $5 to add your name and address to their list.

Contact individual companies

  1. If you receive mail from a specific company, you can contact them directly to request to be removed from their mailing list.
  2. Look for a contact email address or phone number on the catalog or mail piece, and send a polite request to be removed.

Additional tips

  1. Be patient, as it may take some time for the changes to take effect.
  2. Consider using a mail filter or paper shredder to reduce the amount of junk mail you receive.
  3. If you're a business owner, you can also register your business with the National Do Not Mail List to reduce unwanted mail.

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