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I assume that this not because Google is midirecting email, but rather because your email address is quite close to that of others. Mine is just my last name @

I assume that this not because Google is midirecting email, but rather because your email address is quite close to that of others. Mine is just my last name @gmail.com. It is a rather uncommon name, and I've met many others with that name, as I've accidentally received email intended for them.

dehrmann 7y ago
> Mine is just my last name @gmail.com. It is a rather uncommon name I'm in the same boat. And uncommon, but not rare. I've gotten emails intended for my brother. One time, I got a collector emailing about something with a rental car crash that I previously got confirmation email for. Recently, a Dutch woman discovered email and think she has my email address. It's amazing how many websites don't verify email addresses.
- thedance 7y ago
  If Eurocrats really want to save the Internet they'd fine companies for sending anything to recipients who haven't been double-verified.
  - wizzwizz4 7y ago
    What does “double-verified” even mean? Though, in case you were wondering, GDPR requires continued consent for companies to use your email address; they have to delete it if they don't keep getting permission to keep it.
    - thedance 7y ago
      "Verified double opt-in" is a term of art in the world of email. It means you provide your address to consent to emails and you confirm the address with a link sent via email. https://mailchimp.com/help/about-double-opt-in/ https://mailchimp.com/help/about-double-opt-in/
- boring_twenties 7y ago
  Some asshole bought a Lexus and entered my email address. I now get his loan statements and service reminders, on top of the advertising. They are all from noreply@, of course, and I would need to know the password to the account to unsubscribe. Sure I could reset it, but I'm not actually sure if it's legal?