Publishers Clearing House (PCH) is a legitimate sweepstake, but there are many scams that use the PCH name and logo to take your money. Are you a lucky winner, or are you being scammed? Follow the tips below to be sure or view the list of recent winners.
View the list of recent Publishers Clearing House (PCH) winners, go to the following link:
Make Sure It’s Really PCH
Contact PCH customer service directly at 1-800-459-4724 to confirm you’ve won. Scammers will give you a phone number that comes back to them for “verification.” As Seen on TV The PCH Prize Patrol comes in person to the door of major winners with balloons and roses! You may be contacted by mail, but PCH never calls in advance. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from Publishers Clearing House — just hang up!
You haven’t heard from the real PCH.
Know the Official Rules
Check the rules prior to entering. Identity and eligibility must be verified often via affidavit. Winners must claim their prize within a specified period of time, or the prize can be awarded to another contestant.
Safeguard Your Personal Information
PCH will only ask for information to verify your eligibility and to notify you if you are a winner: date of birth, name, address, and email. No other information is needed.
Winning is Always Free!
You never have to pay to claim a prize from PCH or any other legitimate sweepstakes.
Call PCH if you receive any communication ostensibly from PCH that you believe is a scam, please notify them at 1-800-392-4190.