Company Agrees to FTC Settlement on Business Practices
Published Date: 5/28/2026
Notice
Summary
MindSift LLC is facing claims for unfair or tricky business practices, and they’ve agreed to stop these actions through a new deal with the Federal Trade Commission. The public can share their thoughts on this agreement until June 29, 2026. This means MindSift must change how they operate soon, or face further action.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Ban on False Voice-Data Claims
MindSift is prohibited from making any false or misleading claims about the qualities or features of its advertising or marketing services, the collection or use of "Voice Data," consumers' consent to Voice Data collection/use/disclosure, and its geographic targeting capabilities.
Monetary Payment to FTC
MindSift must pay $25,000 in monetary relief to the Federal Trade Commission as part of the Proposed Order.
20-Year Compliance Requirement
The Proposed Order will remain in effect for 20 years, meaning MindSift must comply with the order's prohibitions and obligations for that duration, subject to certain exceptions.
Customer Data for Redress
MindSift must provide customer information to the Commission to enable the FTC to efficiently administer redress to consumers affected by the deceptive practices.
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