Where to check junk mail

The never-ending battle against junk mail! Here are some places to check for junk mail:

  1. Your mailbox: This is the most obvious place to check for junk mail. Sort through your mail regularly to separate the unwanted from the wanted.
  2. Your email inbox: Many companies send unsolicited emails, which can be just as annoying as physical junk mail. Check your email regularly and mark spam or unsubscribe from unwanted emails.
  3. Your online accounts: Check your online accounts, such as social media, online shopping accounts, and subscription services, for unwanted promotional emails or messages.
  4. Your phone: Check your phone's voicemail and text messages for unwanted calls or messages from telemarketers or spammers.
  5. Your credit report: Check your credit report regularly to ensure there are no errors or unauthorized accounts. You can request a free credit report from each of the three major credit reporting agencies (Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax) once a year.
  6. Your online search history: Check your online search history to see if any unwanted or suspicious websites have been tracking your online activities.
  7. Your browser extensions: Check your browser extensions to ensure they are not collecting your personal data or sending unwanted ads.
  8. Your app permissions: Check the permissions for your mobile apps to ensure they are not accessing your personal data without your consent.
  9. Your junk email filters: Check your email filters to ensure they are set up to block unwanted emails and spam.
  10. Your postal service website: Many postal services, such as the United States Postal Service (USPS), offer online tools to report junk mail and help reduce unwanted mail.

Remember to always be cautious when providing personal information online, and never respond to unsolicited emails or phone calls that ask for sensitive information.