It seems we are all plagued with the same issues! I don't give out my information either. I use a "junk" e-mail, and when needed/pushed use a phone number from my old employer that "just rings". My landline allows me to block 250 numbers, and with caller ID we only answer calls from people we know. Not big on entering contests, or signing up for "freebies". Maybe it is an age thing....we are retired...if I want it, I buy it...I don't need someone calling me with an offer I can't refuse! I'd never donate to someone over the phone. I chose who I donate to. As others have said, I pay for the use of my landline....not scammers, or solicitors, or telemarketers!!