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Win a Car??

JohnnyX

JohnnyX Posts: 3 Newbie

31 October 2015 at 11:57AM edited 31 October 2015 at 12:00PM in Compers chat corner

Hi Guys,
I wonder if you could advise me ...
I keep seeing "Win a Car" links on websites and Facebook. When you click the link you have to fill in your details like Name, Email, Phone Number, DOB, Postcode. I haven't filled any in as I'm a bit dubious about handing over my personal details. Are they really as easy as that to enter? Is there really a prize Car? Will I get spammed?
Thanks.

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MoneyMate Posts: 3,240 Forumite

31 October 2015 at 12:04PM

Never put you real telephone number unless you want endless phone calls .

There are more questions than answers :shhh: :silenced:

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JohnnyX Posts: 3 Newbie

31 October 2015 at 12:11PM

Thanks for the tip.

Would that not invalidate the entry though?

Thanks.

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mjm3346 Posts: 47,375 Forumite

31 October 2015 at 12:45PM

JohnnyX wrote: »

Thanks for the tip.

Would that not invalidate the entry though?

Thanks.

Probably if they are going to contact you by phone, but at least you would never know you had lost out on a win.

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angiesandhu Posts: 541 Forumite

31 October 2015 at 1:24PM

It depends on the website. Stick to the competitions posted on MSE and you should be fine.

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hamsterfan1 Posts: 8,281 Forumite

1 November 2015 at 12:27PM

MoneyMate wrote: »

Never put you real telephone number unless you want endless phone calls .

some comps contact winners by phone. oOu should't get spam if you enter reputable comps & are careful with your tick boxes

proud gran to 4 lovely boys and one little girl
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prowla Posts: 14,304 Forumite

1 November 2015 at 1:00PM

Some survey sites use it as a ploy, but there are other genuine comps too.

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