Advertisement Sites that Offer 10 Free Quotes: How you risk your personal information - Industry

Auto transport advertisement data collection sites gather information from users seeking vehicle transportation and sell it to buyers, such as brokers or carriers, who will try to earn your business. These sites collect details like shipping requirements and contact information to match potential customers with service providers.

While this helps connect shippers and carriers, it can also lead to unwanted solicitation and multiple offers from various companies.

Advertisement Data Collection Sites

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Getting Multiple Quotes from the Same Website

These car shipping quote advertisement hubs serve as convenient platforms for connecting potential customers, like you, with numerous auto shipping companies. You simply submit your contact details, and they handle the rest, reaching out to a multitude of companies on your behalf.

Advertisement Hubs have no liability

It's important to be aware that auto transport lead sites operate by selling your information to anyone interested in buying it. [1][2] Unfortunately, these lead providers often don't screen their buyers, meaning that crooked individuals could gain access to your personal contact details.

Are Lead Generation Sites Safe for Shipping Customers?

Since advertisement hubs (or websites) don't require any specific licenses to operate, they don't bear any responsibility or liability for the information they provide. This lack of regulation means that there's no guarantee of the security or integrity of your data when using these platforms.

Many of these advertisement hubs promise to provide you with a multitude of free quotes from different companies, often ranging from 10 to 20 or even more. It's crucial to understand that these platforms profit by selling your information for pennies to anyone who is interested in buying it. Given these risks, it's wise to exercise caution when using such advertisement websites, as your personal information could potentially be exposed to unwanted solicitations or misuse.

Stricter Consent Rules for Telemarketing Take Effect in 2025

In December 2023, the FCC adopted new rules to close the "lead generator loophole" in telemarketing, requiring stricter consumer consent to receive calls and texts. Effective January 27, 2025, these rules mandate one-to-one consent between consumers and each seller, prohibiting shared or blanket consents. [3] All calls and texts must align with the specific purpose for which consent was granted, and sellers are responsible for maintaining written or electronic records of consent. While compliance is essential, a pending court challenge may impact the timeline. Sellers should ensure vendors and lead generation practices adhere to the new requirements to avoid non-compliance risks. Hopefully, this new rule will make it safer for the consumer when using one of these advertisement hubs.

FCC Delays One-to-One Consent Rule Until 2026

The FCC has delayed the implementation of the one-to-one consent requirement, originally set to take effect on January 27, 2025, until at least January 26, 2026, due to a judicial review. This decision follows a ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, which found that the FCC may have exceeded its authority in adopting the rule. The rule would have required companies to obtain consent from consumers for each individual seller, preventing comparison shopping websites from gathering broad consent for multiple entities at once. Despite the delay, businesses must still comply with the existing prior express consent rules under the TCPA. [4]

Its Best to Contact Viceroy Auto Transport Direct

At Viceroy Auto Transport, we prioritize the security and safety of our customers. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of keeping your information private and secure. When you choose to work with Viceroy, you can trust that your details will remain confidential—we never share your personal information with third parties. By reserving with us, you can avoid the hassle of dealing with unwanted solicitations and enjoy peace of mind throughout the transportation process.

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• How to Avoid the Bait & Switch in Auto Transport

       

References

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1. Amazon Ads: Lead Generation
2. Auto Transport Lead Reviews: Lead providers
3. Nat Law Review: FCC Adopts New Telemarketing Rule for Lead Generators.
4. Nat Law Review 2: Delayed One-to-One consent rule till 2026.