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Fathers Day opt out

Had an email from West Ham united saying you can choose not to receive emails about Fathers Day. Seem like a good idea can be a difficult day for some.
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  • MattMattMattUK
    MattMattMattUK Posts: 12,374 Forumite
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    Surely it would be worse getting emails from West Ham? :smile:

  • AntoMac
    AntoMac Posts: 3,091 Forumite
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    Surely it would be worse getting emails from West Ham? :smile:

    I would say fair point.... But try being a Bristol City fan!

    Seriously though, nice thought from West Ham
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  • Barny1979
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    Think this approach from companies started about 2 years ago, it's a nice touch as you say, I've had a few companies ask if I want their Father's Day related emails. It wouldn't bother me personally though I suppose if a bereavement was recent, it would be very raw. Also it probably reduces their customer service complaints from customers complaining about receiving the emails too.
  • donnac2558
    donnac2558 Posts: 3,649 Forumite
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    Some companies do it for both Mother and Father's Day opt out.

    Other companies just bombard you and don't care.
  • Torry_Quine
    Torry_Quine Posts: 18,891 Forumite
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    It's very common these days for companies to do this. I always opt out of Mothers' Day emails.
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