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The TCPA, enacted in 1991, broadly prohibits the use of automated telephone dialing systems, artificial or prerecorded voice messages, and unsolicited fax advertisements. The Junk Fax Prevention Act of 2005 specifically refined the TCPA's provisions regarding faxes. It generally prohibits sending unsolicited advertisements to a fax machine unless:

Prior Express Invitation or Permission: or permission from the recipient. This can belgium business fax list be obtained verbally or in writing.
Established Business Relationship (EBR): The sender has an existing or prior business relationship with the recipient, and the recipient voluntarily provided their fax number to the sender within the context of that relationship. Critically, the fax number must have been obtained from the recipient directly, from the recipient's own directory or advertisement, or from a third-party source where the recipient explicitly consented to receive faxes.
Even when faxes are permissible under the EBR or prior consent exceptions, the law mandates specific opt-out notice requirements. Every permissible fax advertisement must include a clear and conspicuous notice on the first page, informing the recipient of their right to opt out of future faxes. This notice must state that the recipient can request not to receive future faxes and that failure to comply with such a request within 30 days is unlawful. It must also include a cost-free mechanism for opting out, such as a toll-free telephone number, a local number for local recipients, a toll-free fax number, a website address, or an email address.

Violations of these regulations can lead to substantial penalties, including statutory damages of $500 per violation, which can be tripled if the violation is found to be willful or knowing. This strict regulatory environment underscores that "Do Not Fax" compliance in the US is not optional but a fundamental requirement for any business considering fax outreach.

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While the United States has its specific regulations, the concept of a "Do Not Fax" list and the principles of unsolicited commercial communication extend globally, with distinct regulations in different jurisdictions. Understanding these local nuances is crucial for any international business considering fax campaigns. Let's examine the frameworks in the United Kingdom and India.