How to Remove Your Address from Data Broker Sites to Stop Brushing Scams

• Posted by Maeve Fallon
• April 24, 2026

Ever received a package you never ordered? That’s not a happy accident — it’s a brushing scam. And the reason it’s happening is because your home address is sitting on dozens of data broker websites for anyone to find and use. The good news? You can do something about it. In this guide, we’ll walk […]

How Scammers Get Your Name, Address, and Other Information

• Posted by Maeve Fallon
• April 23, 2026

You never gave your details to that stranger who called. So how did they know your full name, home address, and even your neighbor’s name? Here is the uncomfortable truth about how scammers build a profile on you , and what you can do right now to shrink your digital footprint. Why Scammers Want Your […]

Why Sellers Send You Free Stuff You Never Ordered: The Economics of Brushing Fraud

• Posted by Maeve Fallon
• April 23, 2026

Imagine opening your front door to find a small package you never ordered, a pair of cheap earbuds, a random phone case, or maybe a packet of seeds. No return address. No invoice. Just a mysterious box with your name on it. Before you chalk it up to a generous mistake, here’s the uncomfortable truth: […]

Brushing Scam vs. Package Theft: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

• Posted by Maeve Fallon
• April 22, 2026

You walk to your front door and find a package sitting there — one you never ordered. Or maybe you were expecting a package, but it’s gone. Both situations feel unsettling, but they represent two completely different problems. One is called a brushing scam, and the other is plain old package theft. Knowing which one […]

Brushing Scams: What They Are, How They Work & What To Do (2026)

• Posted by Maeve Fallon
• April 21, 2026

Have you ever received an unexpected package at your door, only to wonder where it came from or who sent it? If so, you might have been a victim of a brushing scam. Brushing scams are a growing problem, especially in the world of online shopping, and they can affect anyone. In this guide, we’ll […]