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I use a fake identity generator (search for “fake name generator”) to play along and give them real-looking details and then ask them for the company’s details for whatever scam they’re shilling.

They’re never telling you that upfront but they’re usually more than happy to say after “closing” (or so they believe) their deal.

At that point I can go after the company in small claims court for calling a number registered on the TPS (equivalent of the do not call list in the US).



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