vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX  XXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data. 
My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter. 
Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX  XXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data. 
My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter. 
Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Personal line of credit
Issue: Problem with additional add-on products or services — 
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Fraud, incorrect address, company is not following the law. Violating my consumer rights.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
What happened? 
I received a notice of debt collection from Portfolio Recovery approximately 4 years ago. The amount was not recognizable to me. 

Dates : Occurred approximately 4 years ago. 

Amounts : The amount was not recognizable. 

Actions taken : I tried to understand the nature of the debt by looking at Portfolio Recoverys website. 

Company involved : Portfolio Recovery

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TESORO FINANCIAL, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
This company shared my personal information with the three credit agencies without my permission. Upon signing they did not provide me any disclosures and I did not sign anything giving them permission to share. There information is appearing on my credit report fraudulently.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the removal of fraudulent inquiries from my credit report due to the unauthorized and unlawful nature of these inquiries. These fraudulent inquiries not only inaccurately reflect my credit history but also pose a significant risk to my financial well-being and reputation. It is imperative to rectify this situation promptly to safeguard my creditworthiness and ensure the integrity of my credit report. Therefore, I seek the removal of these fraudulent inquiries to restore the accuracy and reliability of my credit profile.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I haven't received correspondonce or validation of debt including date account was open, completed and executed agreement including signature pages, explanation of how the debt was calculated. I am not aware of this debt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Can't use card to make purchases
Company: Continental Finance Company, LLC
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
The credit card company will not allow me to activate my new card due to not having access to my old phone number. I have verified every piece of information and they will not allow me to change my phone number, activate my card or close my account although I have been an established customer for over 2 years. No where in there terms or conditions, or user agreement requires you to have a phone to activate their services. I spoke with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and she refused to escalate my call or provide a resolution. She said that is a " rule '' and not a policy written anywhere. There is no way to update contact information online or speaking with a representative.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Credit bureau is reporting same account twice which is a clear violation of my rights under FCRA. I am entitled to accurate reporting under FCRA and where a reporting company fails to abide by this factual requirement, inaccurate information must be deleted. 

account : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Affirm Holdings, Inc
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act Affirm Inc # XXXX & XXXX has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U. S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data. 
My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter. 
Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data. 
My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter. 
Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act JPMCB Card # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U. S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX XXXX XXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data. 
My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter.

Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Request for Opt-Out and Deletion of Credit Report Tradelines XXXX XXXX XXXX ACCOUNT ENDING XXXX I am contacting you to file a formal complaint and to assert my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), regarding unauthorized use and disclosure of my financial data. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 6802, 15 U.S.C. 6805, the Privacy Act of 1974, and associated regulations, I am hereby revoking any permissions, whether explicitly or implicitly granted, for reporting my data.

My credit score has been detrimentally affected by such information that qualifies as non-public personal information under 16 CFR 313, enacted under the authority of 15 U.S.C. 6801. Furthermore, sections 313.7 and 313.7 ( f ) of the same code explicitly state my right as a consumer to opt-out of data reporting at any time, a right which I am exercising and formally requesting enforcement through this letter. 
Here are the specific legislative and regulatory grounds for my request : 1. **15 U.S.C. 6802** - Mandates explicit consent for financial information disclosure, including a clear option to opt-out.

2. **16 CFR 313 ( Privacy of Consumer Financial Information ) ** - Ensures my right to privacy and to block unauthorized personal information disclosure.

3. **15 U.S.C. 1681** - Protects the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information within consumer reporting agency files. 
Based on these legal provisions, I demand the prompt removal of all details pertaining to my credit accounts from your records and reports. Non-compliance will force me to pursue further legal actions to safeguard my rights. 
Please send me written confirmation that my data has been erased from your records and an updated copy of my credit report. For any further details required to facilitate this process, you can reach me directly at XXXX. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical matter and anticipate prompt confirmation that my rights, as legally established, are being upheld.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act Truist Bank # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U. S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Affirm Holdings, Inc
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
SOMEONE WAS LIVIMG UNDER MY IDENTITY BECAUSE I HAD XXXX CREDIT AT THE TIME. GOING TO THE HOSPITAL IN MY NAME AND EVERYTHING. I WAS MOVING BACK AND FOURTH FROM XXXX  TO XXXX  AND SOMEONE STOLE MY IDENTITY I HAVE PROVIDED POLICE REPORT AND FTC REPORT AND AFFRIM AFFIDAVIT. AFFRIM STILL SAYS IT WAS ME. JUST BECAUSE PAYMENTS WERE MADE ON THE ACCOUNT THATS NOT ENOUGH EVIDENCE BECAUSE IF SOMEONE IS LIVING UNDER YOUR NANE OF COURSE THEY WILL PAY TO GET CREDIT INCREASES. THEY NEED TO PROVE IT WAS ME OR REMOVE THE AFFIRM ACCOUNTS IMMEDIATELY. BECAUSE I SHOULDNT HAVE TO PAY FOR SOMETHING I WAS A VICTIM OF. 
These are the account numbers. 
XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation