Reader's Digest Asia

	Below are answers to the most frequently asked questions from our customers. If your question is not listed below, please don't hesitate to send us your questions to friends@rdasia.com.sg and we'll be pleased to help.

	Are Reader's Digest Sweepstakes genuine?
	In one word "Yes", with an independent auditor/lawyer supervising the procedures and prize draws.


	Why does Reader's Digest run Sweepstakes?
	We offer great products at very reasonable prices...and because most people appreciate the chance to win, we throw in Sweepstakes prizes as a special bonus. An extra incentive - if you like - for people to find out more about our products.

	How do Reader's Digest Sweepstakes work?
	Our Sweepstakes have been designed specifically to please you - our customer. We include the rules and operational dates of our Sweepstakes on every promotional mailing. Entry to the Sweepstakes is free and by invitation only. No purchase is required and every entry has the same chance of winning. Only entries received before the Sweepstakes closing date are eligible for the draw. Winning entries are randomly selected from all entries received (both YES and NO envelopes). The final draw is held in the presence of an independent auditor/lawyer.

	How often do you hold Sweepstakes?
	Every year, we come up with new prizes for you to win. We draw winning entries every 12 months for the main Sweepstakes, but hold special giveaways throughout the year that have been tailored to a particular offer. These extra prizes range from Hi-fi players to cars, or even CASH!

	How much money is given away in the Sweepstakes?
	Taking into consideration the merchandise prizes as well as the cash, we will distribute over S$600,000.00 in the next year in our Sweepstakes and giveaways.

	Are all Sweepstakes prizes given away?
	We guarantee that every single prize allocated for a Sweepstakes is given away.

	Will you contact me if I've won?
	Most definitely! All Reader's Digest Sweepstakes winners are officially notified in writing.

	Will the winners' names be published?
	All major prize winners' names will be published in The Straits Times in Singapore; the Min Sheng Daily in Taiwan; the South China Morning Post and the Apple Daily in Hong Kong; and the Philippine Daily Inquirer in the Philippines as they are drawn. We also feature our major winners on our website.

	Does Reader's Digest ever postpone the draws?
	Never! A prize draw always takes place on the day that has been specified. A brand new Sweepstakes begins a few weeks before the old one closes, ensuring that nobody misses out on the chance to win. It is quite possible for people to receive entries into both the old and the new Sweepstakes during this overlap period.

	Do I have to buy anything to be eligible to enter the Sweepstakes?
	Your chances of winning are equally good whether you purchase a product or not. However, we do offer extra prizes for customers who say 'yes'. It's our way of rewarding those who purchase our products.

	Am I better off if I buy a product?
	While you can enter the main Sweepstakes - and have an equal chance of winning - by saying YES or NO, saying YES to our offer can bring you an extra chance to win in a special prize draw.

	See our Fraud Prevention Tips to guard yourself.

	Be wary of phone calls claiming you've won a prize.
	Most reputable companies notify winners by mail or fax only. So if you receive a phone call like this, just ask one simple question: "Is it free?" If not, hang up.

	Be suspicious if people ask you for money to claim a prize.
	Most reputable companies notify winners by mail or fax only. So if you receive a phone call like this, just ask one simple question: "Is it free?" If not, hang up


	Never send money to someone you don't know.
	Con artists ask you to wire money or send it by overnight courier, or provide bank account information so they can debit your account. Don't be foolish with your cash. Never pay anything to receive a prize.

	Does it sound too good to be true?
	A simple rule of thumb...reputable companies are usually easy to track down. Try calling them.