Someone Is Lifting Our Email Address Again...

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses the receipt of unsolicited emails from a marketer named Derek, who is promoting a product called CardCaddie. Participants share their experiences regarding the email and express varying opinions about the situation.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal, Opinion-based, Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as Linda, received an unsolicited email from Derek offering a free product in exchange for promotion.
  • Another participant humorously noted that Linda must be special for receiving the email.
  • Several users mentioned they did not receive the email, with some attributing it to not having their email in their signature.
  • One participant shared their experience of having a conversation with Derek, expressing dissatisfaction with his marketing approach.
  • Another participant commented on the need for a larger version of the CardCaddie to hold catalogs.
  • Some participants joked about Linda inadvertently providing advertisement for Derek's product.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the appropriateness of Derek's marketing tactics, with some participants expressing concern while others found humor in the situation. No clear consensus emerges on the overall sentiment towards the unsolicited emails.

Contextual Notes

Participants shared personal experiences related to unsolicited marketing emails and discussed the implications of having their email addresses visible in forum signatures.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants who are concerned about unsolicited marketing practices and the visibility of their contact information online.

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pamperedlinda
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I just got this email. Anyone else get it? I'm PMing Greg with the info too.

hi Linda,
My name is Derek and I got your e-mail from the chef success forum. ( I hope that is OK ) I wanted to show you a marketing tool that I think you would like called a CardCaddie. I would love to send you one for Free. Why? Because if you like the product I would like for you to share it with your forum members. Could you please call me at 1-909-732-3108

Thank you
Derek Slocum
owner
cardcaddie.com
 
Nope I didn't get one - You must be special Linda!!! LOL!!
 
Nope, didn't get it, but my e-mail isn't in my siggy. ;)Interesting product, I'd lose it within a week guaranteed! LOL!
 
Not me!!

Maybe you should remove your e-mail from your siggy. There are crazy people out there.
 
Me either but I also do not have email in my signature or in my personal info. Wonder if it makes a difference?
 
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I removed it. I thought it would be okay after Greg modified them so that they can't be automatically copied - guess this person must have written them down by hand. What is it with people these days! You can't trust anyone anymore - so sad :(
 
I got an email from him too but it did not mention CS. I called and had a long conversation with him.

He was on CS and looked at our user info. For me, he took my yahoo messenger "handle" and tried it as an email. He said that he sent out about 7 or 8 and it came back that they didn't work. Then today he tried one person (you, Linda) and offered the free product to try to get through.

I told him that we were not happy with that kind of marketing and people going through our site to get business from us.

I had ordered from him before Linda started this thread so I didn't know how he got my name but I get a lot of similar emails. This one seemed reasonable so I took a chance (was going to check them out and then let you all know about it if it was good). ...I'll let you know. He said it should arrive in about 3 business days.
 
Linda, I'm laughing at you because you gave him what he wanted ... advertisement! LOL
 
It is a cool tool. We need something like that, but bigger, to hold catalogs!!!!
 
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Sheila said:
Linda, I'm laughing at you because you gave him what he wanted ... advertisement! LOL
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I guess you are right - oh well.
 
LOL you should call him and ask him for the cardcaddie now... afterall you did advertise!
 
pampchefsarah said:
It is a cool tool. We need something like that, but bigger, to hold catalogs!!!!
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:) I agree! :)
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when someone is lifting our email address?

When someone is "lifting" your email address, it typically means they are collecting or using your email address without your permission, often for spam or unsolicited marketing purposes. This can happen if your email address is publicly available or if it has been shared inappropriately.

How can I tell if someone is lifting our email address?

You may notice an increase in spam emails, unusual activity on your account, or receive emails that seem irrelevant or suspicious. Additionally, if you receive messages from people claiming to have received your email address from a source you don't recognize, it could indicate that your email has been lifted.

What steps can I take to protect our email address?

To protect your email address, consider using a privacy policy that restricts how your email can be shared, avoid posting your email publicly on websites or social media, and use email filters to block spam. Additionally, consider using a secondary email address for public interactions.

What should I do if I suspect my email address has been lifted?

If you suspect your email address has been lifted, change your email password immediately and enable two-factor authentication if available. You should also report any suspicious emails to your email provider and consider using spam filters to help manage unwanted messages.

Can I report someone for lifting my email address?

Yes, you can report someone for lifting your email address, especially if they are using it for spam or fraudulent purposes. You can report them to your email provider, and if necessary, to the relevant authorities or consumer protection agencies. Providing evidence of the spam or misuse can help in the investigation.

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