// Glossary
TCPA
The US law governing telemarketing calls, texts, and autodialers, requiring consent before contacting consumers.
Definition
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) is a US federal law that restricts telemarketing calls, prerecorded messages, autodialed calls, and text messages, generally requiring prior express consent before contacting a consumer, with heightened rules for mobile numbers. Violations can carry significant per-message damages. Businesses doing phone or SMS outreach must track consent, honor opt-outs, and respect Do-Not-Call rules to stay compliant.