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The prohibition covers a broad range of externally sourced lists, including publicly available data and partner lists, meaning only lists built through the Member's own direct opt-in process are permitted.
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You may not send Mailchimp Campaigns to any list that was purchased, rented, obtained from a third party, co-registered, drawn from publicly available data, or sourced from a partner.
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The prohibition covers a broad range of externally sourced lists, including publicly available data and partner lists, meaning only lists built through the Member's own direct opt-in process are permitted.
You may not send Mailchimp Campaigns to any list that was purchased, rented, obtained from a third party, co-registered, drawn from publicly available data, or sourced from a partner.
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