Know Your Rights When You Get Unordered Merchandise

Have you ever received a package or merchandise that you didn't order? You're not alone. This frustrating experience is more common than you think. 

The good news is that you have legal rights that protect you from being taken advantage of.

The Law Is On Your Side:

Under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rules, companies are not allowed to send unordered merchandise to consumers and then demand payment. 

This means that you are not obligated to pay for items you receive but didn't order.

You Don't Need To Return Unordered Merchandise:

Not only do you not need to pay for unordered merchandise, but you're also not required to return it. 

According to the FTC, you're legally entitled to keep the merchandise as a free gift.

What To Do If You Receive Unordered Merchandise:

If you receive unordered merchandise, here are some steps you can take:

Don't pay for the merchandise.

Don't return the merchandise.

Keep the merchandise as a free gift.

If the company continues to demand payment, you can report them to the FTC.

Remember, you have legal rights that protect you from being taken advantage of by companies. 

If you receive unordered merchandise, you don't need to pay for it or return it. 

You can keep it as a free gift, and if the company continues to demand payment, report them to the FTC. 

Don't let companies take advantage of you, know your rights and stand up for yourself.