I agree, this type of texting is irritating. I replaced my phone's on the DoNotCall list 3 weeks ago and all of the sudden I am recieving telemarketing. I will place a compliant with DNC today.
I put myself on DNC list back in April specifically to avoid telemarketers & now it seems they are just reaching out via text. I got the text telling me to call a # and claim a $200 Target gift card. Didn't respond - Googled and found out it's been happening to other people too. It's a shame! Why can't they stop these people from this kind of harassment/solicitation??
I agree, this type of texting is irritating. I replaced my phone's on the DoNotCall list 3 weeks ago and all of the sudden I am recieving telemarketing. I will place a compliant with DNC today.
Here is an article from the NY times to help block cell phone SMS spam. Most mobile companies have blocking services you can activate to thwart internet SMS spam.