How do you stop getting paper statements?

The exact procedure for opting out of paper statements for bank, utility, investment and other types of accounts may vary by company or institution, but in general, customers can simply call the company's customer service line and request to opt out. There are other steps to take if the paper mail being received is unsolicited.

Individuals who are receiving a lot of unsolicited paper mail, including credit card or insurance policy offers, can opt out through the website optoutprescreen.com, which is recommended by the Federal Trade Commission. This website does require the user to give personal information such as a social security number.