# 17 CFR § 162.7: Reasonable and simple methods of opting out

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.7

## Section

- **Citation:** 17 CFR § 162.7
- **Heading:** Reasonable and simple methods of opting out
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 17—Commodity and Securities Exchanges > CHAPTER I—COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION > PART 162—PROTECTION OF CONSUMER INFORMATION UNDER THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT > Subpart A—Business Affiliate Marketing Rules

## Text

(a) In general. A covered affiliate shall be prohibited from using eligibility information about a consumer received from an affiliate to make a solicitation to the consumer about the covered affiliate's financial products or services, unless the consumer is provided a reasonable and simple method to opt out, as required by this subpart.
(b) Examples. Reasonable and simple methods of opting out include:
(1) Designating a check-off box in a prominent position on an opt-out election form;
(2) Including a reply form and a self-addressed envelope (in a mailing);
(3) Providing an electronic means, if the consumer agrees, that can be electronically mailed or processed through an Internet Web site;
(4) Providing a toll-free telephone number; or
(5) Exercising an opt-out election through whatever means are acceptable under a consolidated privacy notice required under other laws.
(c) Specific opt-out method. Each consumer may be required to opt out through a specific method, as long as that method is acceptable under this subpart.

## Nearby sections

- [17 CFR § 162.3 § 162.3 Affiliate marketing opt out and exceptions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.3.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.4 § 162.4 Scope and duration of opt out.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.4.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.5 § 162.5 Contents of opt-out notice; consolidated and equivalent notices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.5.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.6 § 162.6 Reasonable opportunity to opt out.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.6.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.7 § 162.7 Reasonable and simple methods of opting out.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.7.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.8 § 162.8 Acceptable delivery methods of opt-out notices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.8.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.9 § 162.9 Renewal of opt out.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.9.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.21 § 162.21 Proper disposal of consumer information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.21.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.30 § 162.30 Duties regarding the detection, prevention, and mitigation of identity theft.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.30.md)
- [17 CFR § 162.32 § 162.32 Duties of card issuers regarding changes of address.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-17-162.32.md)

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