telemarketing sales rule (TSR)
The Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR) is a regulation established by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to protect consumers from deceptive and abusive telemarketing practices. It requires telemarketers to provide specific information about the products or services they are selling, prohibits certain misleading tactics, and mandates that consumers must give explicit consent before being charged. Additionally, it restricts calls to consumers who are on the National Do Not Call Registry. The goal of the TSR is to ensure transparency and protect consumers from unwanted and potentially harmful marketing practices over the phone.
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The Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR) is a set of regulations designed to protect consumers from deceptive and abusive telemarketing practices. Enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), it mandates that telemarketers provide specific information about their products or services, prohibits certain high-pressure sales tactics, and restricts calls to individuals on the National Do Not Call Registry. The TSR aims to ensure transparency and fair treatment in telemarketing, allowing consumers to make informed choices and reducing the likelihood of fraud or harassment.