Does it make a difference if..........

patman99

Does it make a difference to my chances of winning a competition if I tick the boxes to agree to receive newsletters & 3rd-party offers ?.

I have entered loads of comps & always avoid ticking these boxes. Just wondering if it reduces my chances of winning.

sophie27x

Most of us avoid those boxes and still win plenty so no, I wouldn't think it reduces your chance of a win.

fire**fly

hi, no, it doesn't make any difference

a bit in the compers guide about it as well if it helps.. x

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/1014121

11 If you opt in or out of their mailing / 3rd party mailings, does it affect your chances?
I ALWAYS indicate a big fat 'no' to both of those, unless it is something that I'd really like to hear more about or a comp you enter by signing up for their newsletter.

It should make no difference to whether you are included in the comp or not, although some smaller companies may break the rules. I have to say I’ve been really lucky with wins & it seems to have made no difference whatsoever to my chances by always opting out where I can. It just means that I end up with less spam & on less junk mail lists.

patman99

Thanks. I always wondered if it did make a difference, but it appears not.

Farmers-wife_2

I know everyone says no, it doesn't make a difference, but I'll bet some companies redraw if their lucky winner has said no to the newsletter. I have no basis for this though, other than I would if it were me (fortunately I have neither my own company nor run competitions)