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Spam Texts
Getting unwanted spam texts? Learn why you get them, what you can do, and how CivicShield helps you document and track spam texts in one place.
Read guide EmailUnwanted Emails
Unwanted emails keep coming even after you unsubscribe? Learn how to document, track, and manage unwanted emails with CivicShield.
Read guide CallsRobocalls
Tired of robocalls? Learn how to document unwanted calls, register on the Do Not Call list, and track repeat callers with CivicShield.
Read guide PoliticalPolitical Messages
Getting political texts, calls, and emails? Learn how to opt out, document political outreach, and track whether senders honor your requests.
Read guide FundraisingFundraising & Donation Requests
Getting repeated fundraising texts, calls, and emails? Learn how to opt out of donation requests and track whether organizations honor your requests.
Read guide BusinessBusiness Solicitation
Salespeople, vendors, and lead-generation services won't stop contacting you? Learn how to document, opt out, and track business solicitation with CivicShield.
Read guide Digital AdsTargeted Digital Ads
Seeing ads you don't want? Learn how to adjust ad preferences, limit targeted advertising, and document what you're still seeing with CivicShield.
Read guide GeneralUnwanted Solicitations
Unwanted solicitations come from every direction. Learn how to identify, document, opt out of, and track unwanted contact with CivicShield.
Read guide CallsTelemarketing
Telemarketing calls won't stop? Learn how to document unwanted calls, register on the Do Not Call list, and track repeat callers with CivicShield.
Read guide TextsScam Texts
Learn how to identify scam texts, recognize warning signs, and document suspicious messages with CivicShield's free tool.
Read guide MailJunk Mail
Tired of junk mail? Learn how to reduce unwanted physical mail, opt out of marketing lists, and track your requests with CivicShield.
Read guide ToolsOpt-Out Tracking
Can't remember who you asked to stop contacting you? CivicShield tracks your opt-out requests across every channel in one organized place.
Read guide ToolsSpam Documentation
Learn how to document spam texts, calls, and emails properly. Save evidence, build a timeline, and keep your records organized with CivicShield.
Read guideIn-depth articles
Why Am I Getting Political Text Messages?
Why campaigns text you, where they get your number, and how to reduce political texts. Voter rolls, donor lists, and data brokers explained.
Read articleDoes Replying STOP to a Political Text Work?
Replying STOP is the first step, but it doesn't always work. Here's what to do when a campaign keeps texting after you've opted out.
Read articleHow to Report Unwanted Political Texts
If a campaign keeps texting after you've opted out, here's how and where to report it — and why a documented record helps.
Read articlePolitical Text or Scam? How to Tell the Difference
Scammers often pose as political campaigns during election season. Here's how to tell a legitimate political text from a scam — and what to do if you're not sure.
Read articleWhat Are the Rules Around Political Text Messages?
Political texts are regulated differently from commercial texts. Here's a plain-language overview of the rules around political text messages — without the legal jargon.
Read articleHow to Document Unwanted Political Outreach
Documentation is the foundation of taking action. Here's how to build a clear, organized record of unwanted political texts, calls, and emails.
Read articleHow to Stop Political Emails: CAN-SPAM and Your Rights
Political emails are regulated differently from commercial email. Learn how the CAN-SPAM Act applies to political email, how to unsubscribe, and what to do when campaigns ignore your requests.
Read articleHow Data Brokers Share Your Political Information
Data brokers collect and sell your political information to campaigns and advertisers. Learn how it works, where your data comes from, and how to reduce the flow of your personal information.
Read articleWhat to Do When a Campaign Ignores Your Opt-Out Request
When a campaign keeps texting or calling after you've opted out, here's the step-by-step process to document, escalate, and take action.
Read articleUnderstanding Political PAC Text Messages
PACs and super PACs text voters with political messages. Learn what a PAC is, how they get your number, and how to stop unwanted PAC text messages.
Read articleHow to Identify a Political Robocall
Learn how to tell if a call is a political robocall, the difference between live and pre-recorded calls, and what to do when you receive one.
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