# Real-Time DNC Scrubbing: How It Works Before Each Dial > Plura AI scrubs every number against federal and state DNC registries before each dial. Support compliance and protect your campaigns. See how. **Published:** 2026-09-16 | **Updated:** 2026-10-03 | **Author:** plurasync **URL:** https://www.plura.ai/articles/real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai **Type:** post **Categories:** AI Contact Centers ![Real-Time DNC Scrubbing: How It Works Before Each Dial](https://plura.sites.aigrowthagent.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/75/2026/09/1789469692171-f07322cd9960-1024x572.webp) --- ## Content *Written by: Matt Beucler, CEO, Plura AI | Last updated: September 29, 2026* ## Key Takeaways - Real-time DNC scrubbing AI runs compliance checks at the moment of dial instead of only at list import. - The pre-dial gate sequence checks federal and state DNC registries, reassigned numbers, internal suppression, litigators, quiet hours, and consent before any call is placed. - Batch scrubbing at import and real-time scrubbing at dial serve different stages of the campaign lifecycle. Relying on batch alone leaves gaps when numbers change status mid-campaign. - Plura AI enforces this gate on its own FCC-licensed carrier with immutable consent logging and one-click audit exports across voice, SMS, and RCS. - Plura AI delivers real-time DNC scrubbing, TCPA litigator screening, and synchronized opt-out management in a single platform that supports compliance with TCPA, DNC, HIPAA, SOC 2, CAN-SPAM, and 50+ state rule sets.1 [See the pre-dial gate in action](https://www.plura.ai/plura-webchat?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) ## How Real-Time DNC Scrubbing Works Before Each Dial The pre-dial gate is an ordered sequence in which each step produces a binary decision: block or pass. Because the sequence is ordered, a dialer admin can map each step to their own stack and see exactly where a contact was stopped. 1. **Federal DNC Registry Check.** The number is compared against the National Do Not Call Registry, maintained by the FTC under the Telemarketing Sales Rule (16 CFR Part 310) and enforced in parallel by the FCC under [47 U.S.C. § 227](https://law.lawstack.com/usc/47/227) and [47 CFR § 64.1200](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/dnc-list-registry). Decision: block or pass. 2. **State DNC Registry Check.** The number is compared against any applicable state registry for the state being called. [Wipfli’s March 2026 analysis identifies 11 states that operate their own DNC programs](https://wipfli.com/insights/articles/state-do-not-call-lists-what-businesses-need-to-know)4 separate from the national registry. Decision: block or pass. 3. **Reassigned Numbers Database (RND) Check.** The RND, operated by Somos, Inc. under FCC contract and [updated daily](https://paytia.com/us/resources/blog/tcpa-compliance-payment-calls)4, returns a binary response indicating whether a number has been permanently disconnected and reassigned since the consent date on file. Decision: block or pass. 4. **Internal Suppression List Check.** The number is compared against the organization’s own do-not-call list, which must capture every opt-out request regardless of whether the number appears on any external registry. Decision: block or pass. 5. **TCPA Litigator Screening.** The number is compared against lists of known TCPA plaintiffs compiled from public court records. No government-mandated safe harbor exists for this check, but many outbound teams use it as a risk-reduction step. Decision: block or flag for review. 6. **Quiet-Hours and Time-Zone Check.** The called party’s local time is calculated from the destination number’s area code. [47 CFR § 64.1200(c)(1)](https://govregs.com/regulations/47/64.1200) bars telephone solicitations before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. local time at the called party’s location. Several states impose tighter windows. Decision: queue or dial. 7. **Consent and Opt-Out Verification.** The platform confirms that valid consent exists for the number and channel and that no revocation has been received. Under [47 CFR § 64.1200(a)(10)](https://govregs.com/regulations/47/64.1200), revocation requests must be honored within 10 business days. Decision: block or pass. 8. **Dial Decision and Log Write.** The platform dials or suppresses the contact, and the result is written to the immutable audit log with a timestamp. Decision: dial or suppress. Plura enforces this gate inside the platform before dial as part of the live workflow. The [AI Predictive Dialer](https://plura.ai/ai-predictive-dialer?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) and [AI SMS](https://plura.ai/ai-sms-leads?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) channels both pass through this sequence on every outbound contact. ![Plura Predictive Dialer dashboard showing AI-powered outbound dialing, intelligent call routing, and performance analytics.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779339309900-eefcb08741d1.png)**Plura Predictive Dialer uses AI-powered outbound dialing, intelligent routing, and real-time analytics to maximize call performance.** [Watch real-time DNC scrubbing on a live dial](https://plura.ai/ai-predictive-dialer?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) ## Federal And State DNC Registries In The Pre-Dial Gate The federal and state registries are sequential checks, and a number can clear one while being blocked by the other. Two of the gate steps, the federal and state registry checks, are the ones outbound teams most often configure incorrectly. The federal registry sets a national floor. [47 U.S.C. § 227(f)(1)](https://law.lawstack.com/usc/47/227) explicitly preserves state laws that impose more restrictive requirements.2 A number absent from the federal list may still be registered on a state list, and calling it can implicate state telemarketing law regardless of federal clearance. [A number can be clear on the federal Do Not Call Registry but still blocked by a state list](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/check-dnc-registry). The practical rule for any multistate outbound operation is straightforward. Scrub against both the national registry and any applicable state registry for every state called. [Wipfli identifies the most common operational cause of state DNC compliance failures as not realizing a state requires its own DNC list](https://wipfli.com/insights/articles/state-do-not-call-lists-what-businesses-need-to-know), followed by using outdated suppression data and misinterpreting exemptions. Consult the applicable state statutes and qualified counsel for jurisdiction-specific requirements. The table below summarizes the main suppression sources a pre-dial gate checks, how often each updates, and who operates it. | Registry Type | What It Covers | Update Cadence | Who Operates It | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Federal DNC registry | Residential and personal wireless numbers registered against telemarketing calls; [approximately 249 million numbers as of 2024](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/how-to-register-in-dnc-registry)3 | [Nightly](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/dnc-list-registry) | FTC under the Telemarketing Sales Rule, with the FCC enforcing parallel rules under TCPA | | State DNC registries | State-specific residential and, in some states, mobile numbers; [11 states operate separate programs as of March 2026](https://wipfli.com/insights/articles/state-do-not-call-lists-what-businesses-need-to-know) | Varies by state | State agencies (for example, FL Dept. of Agriculture, IN AG, PA PUC) | | Reassigned Numbers Database (RND) | Whether a number has been permanently disconnected and reassigned since a consent date; addresses [roughly 35 million US phone numbers reassigned each year](https://paytia.com/us/resources/blog/tcpa-compliance-payment-calls)3 | [Daily (per Somos)](https://paytia.com/us/resources/blog/tcpa-compliance-payment-calls) | Somos, Inc. under FCC contract | | Internal suppression lists | Numbers that asked the organization directly not to be called; [47 CFR § 64.1200(d)](https://govregs.com/regulations/47/64.1200) describes retention of these requests | Real time on request | The calling organization | | TCPA litigator lists | Numbers tied to known TCPA plaintiffs, compiled from public court records | Varies by vendor | Private vendors | ## Batch And Real-Time DNC Scrubbing In Your Campaign Lifecycle Batch scrubbing and real-time scrubbing are complementary stages in the campaign lifecycle. Treating them as interchangeable is a common configuration error in high-volume outbound operations because each stage catches numbers the other misses. Batch scrubbing belongs at list import and campaign setup. It removes known DNC-registered numbers before a campaign launches and satisfies the [FTC’s 31-day scrub window requirement](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/companies-must-view-the-dnc-registry-every) under the Telemarketing Sales Rule. A batch scrub older than 31 days does not satisfy the safe harbor. The [National DNC Registry updates nightly](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/dnc-list-registry), so a number added after a batch scrub runs is unprotected until the next check. Real-time scrubbing belongs at the moment of dial on every contact before the call leaves the platform. [Real-time per-dial DNC scrubbing is meaningfully safer than batch scrubbing because a number can land on a DNC list after a batch scrub runs but before a campaign ends.](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tools-and-processes/compliance-considerations-for-selecting-dialer-software) Plura runs real-time DNC scrubbing on every outbound contact before dial. This is a platform capability enforced at the carrier level, not a third-party add-on. The gate runs inside Plura’s own FCC-licensed infrastructure on every call placed through the [AI Predictive Dialer](https://plura.ai/ai-predictive-dialer?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai). ![Screenshot of Plura’s fully compliant AI communications platform showing business registration and phone number provisioning workflows for AI Voice, SMS, RCS, and Webchat communication automation.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779337911454-8c3a9645d906.png)**Plura’s FCC-licensed AI communications platform simplifies compliant business registration and phone number provisioning for AI Voice, SMS, RCS, and Webchat workflows.** ## DNC Scrubbing For SMS And RCS Campaigns The pre-dial gate described above applies to voice, but SMS and RCS add requirements that voice does not carry. The differences matter for how you configure consent and opt-out handling. ![Plura RCS messaging interface showing rich mobile communication with branded media, interactive messaging, and AI engagement tools.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779338832429-847c53c76db5.png)**Plura RCS enables rich mobile messaging with interactive media, branded customer experiences, and AI-powered conversational engagement.** [10DLC (10-Digit Long Code, the A2P application-to-person messaging registry) registration is required for business SMS](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tcpa-basics/tcpa-compliance-checklist-2026). Unregistered 10DLC traffic is blocked outright by major U.S. carriers before it reaches the network. 10DLC registration and TCPA consent are independent requirements. Registration does not substitute for legal consent, and legal consent does not substitute for registration. STOP and opt-out synchronization across channels is a distinct operational requirement. [Under the traditional TCPA framework, revocation through any channel revokes consent across all channels for that number](https://natlawreview.com/article/fcc-adopts-clarifying-changes-tcpa-revoke-all-rule-be-effective-30-days-after), though the FCC’s amended 2026 rules allow callers to designate an exclusive opt-out method and limit informational-message revocations to that category. A consumer who opts out via SMS has also revoked voice consent for that number. Propagation latency between systems is a documented TCPA risk. A revocation received in the morning and an outbound dial in the afternoon on the same number can still create exposure regardless of intent. Per-recipient time-zone quiet hours apply to SMS and RCS on the same basis as voice. [The TCPA bans calls before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. local time at the called party’s location](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tools-and-processes/tcpa-tools), and [the FCC treats text messages as calls under the TCPA](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/dnc-do-not-call-registry). Plura’s [AI SMS](https://plura.ai/ai-sms-leads?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) and AI RCS share a Stateful Conversation Database with AI Voice, so consent and opt-out state stays synchronized across channels. An opt-out received on any channel suppresses that number across all channels in the same platform. Plura’s [AI customer service texting](https://plura.ai/ai-sms-customer-service?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) channel inherits the same suppression logic. ![Plura SMS interface showing AI-powered business messaging, automated conversations, and real-time customer engagement tools.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779339391664-96e3974c3c7f.png)**Plura SMS powers AI-driven business texting with automated conversations, customer engagement, and real-time communication workflows.** ## How Plura Handles Mid-Campaign DNC Failures When a check in the pre-dial gate returns a block, Plura drops the record from the active dial queue and writes the suppression event to the audit log with a timestamp. The record does not dial. The result is logged whether the block came from the federal registry, a state registry, the RND, the internal suppression list, litigator screening, a quiet-hours rule, or a missing consent record. The audit trail produced by this sequence is what survives discovery. [In TCPA litigation, operators must produce four categories of records.](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tools-and-processes/tcpa-tools) Call logs need timestamp, number, system, and outcome. Consent records need timestamp, IP address, disclosure language, and channel. DNC scrub logs need dates and databases checked. Opt-out request logs need the date actioned. Retention floors under the TCPA statute of limitations at [28 U.S.C. § 1658](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tools-and-processes/tcpa-tools) run four years for call records. [Many compliance programs use five years for consent records and DNC scrub logs](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/tcpa-basics/tcpa-compliance-checklist-2026). Plura’s compliance engine supports TCPA, DNC, HIPAA, SOC 2, CAN-SPAM, and 50+ state rule sets, with real-time DNC scrubbing before dial and audit-ready exports in one click.1 For a full treatment of consent records, quiet hours, and audit trail configuration, consult Plura’s TCPA-compliant call center automation controls guide at [plura.ai/guides](https://plura.ai/guides?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai). Plura supports customer compliance; customers remain responsible for their own regulatory obligations and certifications. ![Plura Security & Compliance dashboard highlighting SOC 2, ISO, and GDPR standards with secure trust verification management.](https://cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co/1779339090994-980045ddacd2.png)**Plura Security & Compliance supports SOC 2, ISO, and GDPR standards with trust registration, verification management, and secure AI communications.** ## What DNC Scrubbing Does And Does Not Cover DNC scrubbing covers only registry suppression. Clearing a number against the federal and state registries does not satisfy TCPA consent requirements for autodialed or prerecorded calls to wireless numbers. [The TCPA at 47 U.S.C. § 227(b)(1)(A) addresses autodialed or prerecorded calls and texts to cell phones without prior express consent, regardless of DNC registration status.](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/how-to-register-in-dnc-registry) Exemptions, established business relationships, and calling-window rules all apply independently of registry status. A number may be exempt from DNC restrictions under an established business relationship while still requiring separate consent for autodialed outreach. [The FTC’s maximum civil penalty per TSR violation is $51,744 per violation as of 2024, adjusted for inflation, with each call counting separately.](https://leadcompliant.com/articles/dnc-lists/dnc-registry-report)3 Scrubbing does not operate as a guarantee against liability. Consult the applicable regulations and qualified counsel for the specific obligations that apply to your outbound program. ## Why Plura AI For Real-Time DNC Scrubbing Plura AI is its own FCC-licensed audio bridging carrier. It holds its own operating company number and runs STIR/SHAKEN authentication on every outbound call. STIR/SHAKEN is the FCC-mandated caller ID authentication framework. Branded caller ID is issued at the carrier level, not through a third-party reseller. Many AI voice platforms in this category are API resellers built on top of third-party CPaaS providers. Those platforms typically cannot issue caller ID under their own identity and cannot enforce compliance before the call leaves the network. Plura can enforce these controls inside its own carrier stack. Plura enforces real-time DNC scrubbing, TCPA litigator screening, automated quiet hours, and immutable consent logging inside the platform on every outbound contact. The compliance engine supports TCPA, DNC, HIPAA, SOC 2, CAN-SPAM, and 50+ state rule sets.1 Audit-ready exports are available in one click from the compliance dashboard. Plura’s AI Voice, [AI SMS](https://plura.ai/ai-sms-leads?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai), and AI RCS share a Stateful Conversation Database, so consent and opt-out state stays synchronized across all three channels by default. An opt-out on any channel suppresses the number across all channels in the same platform session. Review [plans and rates](https://plura.ai/pricing?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai), run the numbers through Plura’s [ROI calculator](https://plura.ai/calculator?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai), or explore the full [integrations](https://plura.ai/integrations?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) directory to see how Plura connects to the CRM and dialer stack you already run. [Get a walkthrough of Plura’s compliance engine](https://plura.ai/ai-predictive-dialer?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) ## Frequently Asked Questions About Real-Time DNC Scrubbing ### What Is Real-Time DNC Scrubbing AI? Real-time DNC scrubbing AI means automated enforcement of Do Not Call suppression checks at the moment of dial. The system uses artificial intelligence to sequence and execute each check before a call or text is sent. Unlike batch scrubbing, which compares a list against the registry at import time, real-time scrubbing runs on every individual contact at the point of dial. Plura runs this gate inside its own FCC-licensed platform before dial. The sequence covers the federal registry, state registries, the Reassigned Numbers Database, internal suppression, litigator screening, quiet hours, and consent verification. ### What Happens When A Number Is On A State List But Not The Federal List? The call is blocked at the state registry check, regardless of federal clearance. Federal law under 47 U.S.C. § 227(f)(1) explicitly preserves state laws that impose more restrictive requirements,2 so a number absent from the national registry may still be protected by a state list. Operators calling into any state with its own registry typically scrub that state’s list in addition to the federal registry. Consult qualified counsel for the specific requirements in each state your operation calls into. ### How Often Do DNC Registries Update? The National DNC Registry updates nightly, per FTC operations. The Reassigned Numbers Database, operated by Somos under FCC contract, updates daily. State DNC registries update on schedules that vary by state. Internal suppression lists should update in real time on every opt-out request. The 31-day scrub window described earlier sets a baseline for batch checks. ### Does DNC Scrubbing Cover SMS The Same Way It Covers Voice? The FCC treats text messages as calls under the TCPA, so DNC registry suppression applies to SMS and RCS outreach on the same basis as voice. SMS and RCS also carry additional requirements that voice does not, including 10DLC registration for A2P messaging, STOP keyword handling inside the sending platform, and per-recipient quiet-hours enforcement. Opt-out synchronization across channels is another requirement. A revocation received via SMS affects consent for voice outreach to the same number, and many programs mirror that behavior in the other direction. Plura’s AI SMS and AI RCS channels share a Stateful Conversation Database with AI Voice, so opt-out state propagates across all three channels within the same platform. ### Is DNC Scrubbing A Guarantee Of Compliance? DNC scrubbing is one layer of a multi-layer compliance posture, not a guarantee against liability. Clearing a number against the federal and state registries does not satisfy TCPA consent requirements for autodialed or prerecorded calls to wireless numbers, does not address calling-window restrictions, and does not substitute for valid consent documentation. [TCPA statutory damages can run $500 per negligent violation and up to $1,500 per willful violation with no aggregate cap](https://paytia.com/us/resources/blog/tcpa-compliance-payment-calls)3, and [the burden of proving consent sits with the caller](https://verfi.io/blog/lead-consent-documentation). Plura supports customer compliance; customers remain responsible for their own regulatory obligations. Consult the applicable regulations and qualified counsel for the full scope of requirements that apply to your program. ### What Is The Difference Between Batch And Real-Time DNC Scrubbing? Batch scrubbing compares a contact list against the DNC registry at a fixed point in time, typically at list import or campaign setup. Real-time scrubbing runs on every individual contact at the moment of dial before the call or text is sent. The two approaches work together in a mature outbound program. Batch scrubbing satisfies the FTC’s 31-day scrub window requirement at campaign launch. Real-time scrubbing closes the gap for numbers added to the registry after the batch scrub ran but before the campaign ends. A number can land on a DNC list between a batch scrub and a dial attempt, and only a real-time check at the point of dial catches it. [Run your numbers through Plura’s calculator to check your ROI in real time](https://plura.ai/calculator?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) 1 Plura AI maintains SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO, and GDPR posture as part of its platform infrastructure. References to compliance frameworks in this article describe Plura’s platform capabilities and do not constitute a guarantee that any customer using Plura will themselves be compliant with applicable laws or standards. Customers remain solely responsible for their own regulatory obligations, certifications, consent management, recordkeeping, and the claims they make to their own end users. Consult qualified legal counsel for guidance specific to your use case. 2 This article describes regulatory frameworks at a general level and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction, change over time, and apply differently depending on facts and circumstances. Readers should consult qualified legal counsel before making compliance decisions. 3 Performance figures, customer outcomes, and industry statistics referenced in this article are drawn from cited third-party sources or Plura customer case studies. Individual results vary based on implementation, use case, industry, audience, and execution. Past or aggregate performance is not a guarantee of future results. 4 References to third-party products, services, companies, or research are made for informational and comparative purposes only. Plura AI is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any third party named in this article unless explicitly stated. Trademarks and product names referenced remain the property of their respective owners. This article is provided for informational purposes only and reflects Plura AI’s understanding at the time of publication. Product capabilities, integrations, and specifications are subject to change. For the most current information, visit plura.ai. This article was produced with the assistance of AI tools and reviewed by Plura AI prior to publication. ## Read Next - [How To Implement Real-Time DNC Scrubbing Before Each Dial](https://www.plura.ai/articles/real-time-dnc-scrubbing-guide/?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) - [Predictive Dialer DNC Scrubbing: How It Works](https://www.plura.ai/articles/predictive-dialer-dnc-scrubbing/?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) - [DNC Scrubbing for AI SMS Leads: The Pre-Send Gate Guide](https://www.plura.ai/articles/dnc-scrubbing-ai-sms-leads/?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) - [AI Dialer DNC Compliance: Real-Time Registry Checks](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-tools-dnc-tcpa-compliance/?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) - [AI Appointment Scheduling DNC: The Pre-Dial Gate Sequence](https://www.plura.ai/articles/ai-appointment-scheduling-dnc-compliant/?utm_source=ai-growth-agent&utm_term=real-time-dnc-scrubbing-ai) --- ## Structured Data **@graph:** **FAQPage:** **MainEntity:** **Question:** - **Name:** What Is Real-Time DNC Scrubbing AI? **Answer:** - **Text:** Real-time DNC scrubbing AI means automated enforcement of Do Not Call suppression checks at the moment of dial. The system uses artificial intelligence to sequence and execute each check before a call or text is sent. Unlike batch scrubbing, which compares a list against the registry at import time, real-time scrubbing runs on every individual contact at the point of dial. Plura runs this gate inside its own FCC-licensed platform before dial. The sequence covers the federal registry, state registries, the Reassigned Numbers Database, internal suppression, litigator screening, quiet hours, and consent verification. **Question:** - **Name:** What Happens When A Number Is On A State List But Not The Federal List? **Answer:** - **Text:** The call is blocked at the state registry check, regardless of federal clearance. Federal law under 47 U.S.C. § 227(f)(1) explicitly preserves state laws that impose more restrictive requirements, so a number absent from the national registry may still be protected by a state list. Operators calling into any state with its own registry typically scrub that state's list in addition to the federal registry. Consult qualified counsel for the specific requirements in each state your operation calls into. **Question:** - **Name:** How Often Do DNC Registries Update? **Answer:** - **Text:** The National DNC Registry updates nightly, per FTC operations. The Reassigned Numbers Database, operated by Somos under FCC contract, updates daily. State DNC registries update on schedules that vary by state. Internal suppression lists should update in real time on every opt-out request. The 31-day scrub window described earlier sets a baseline for batch checks. **Question:** - **Name:** Does DNC Scrubbing Cover SMS The Same Way It Covers Voice? **Answer:** - **Text:** The FCC treats text messages as calls under the TCPA, so DNC registry suppression applies to SMS and RCS outreach on the same basis as voice. SMS and RCS also carry additional requirements that voice does not, including 10DLC registration for A2P messaging, STOP keyword handling inside the sending platform, and per-recipient quiet-hours enforcement. Opt-out synchronization across channels is another requirement. A revocation received via SMS affects consent for voice outreach to the same number, and many programs mirror that behavior in the other direction. Plura's AI SMS and AI RCS channels share a Stateful Conversation Database with AI Voice, so opt-out state propagates across all three channels within the same platform. **Question:** - **Name:** Is DNC Scrubbing A Guarantee Of Compliance? **Answer:** - **Text:** DNC scrubbing is one layer of a multi-layer compliance posture, not a guarantee against liability. Clearing a number against the federal and state registries does not satisfy TCPA consent requirements for autodialed or prerecorded calls to wireless numbers, does not address calling-window restrictions, and does not substitute for valid consent documentation. TCPA statutory damages can run $500 per negligent violation and up to $1,500 per willful violation with no aggregate cap, and the burden of proving consent sits with the caller. Plura supports customer compliance; customers remain responsible for their own regulatory obligations. Consult the applicable regulations and qualified counsel for the full scope of requirements that apply to your program. **Question:** - **Name:** What Is The Difference Between Batch And Real-Time DNC Scrubbing? **Answer:** - **Text:** Batch scrubbing compares a contact list against the DNC registry at a fixed point in time, typically at list import or campaign setup. Real-time scrubbing runs on every individual contact at the moment of dial before the call or text is sent. The two approaches work together in a mature outbound program. Batch scrubbing satisfies the FTC's 31-day scrub window requirement at campaign launch. Real-time scrubbing closes the gap for numbers added to the registry after the batch scrub ran but before the campaign ends. A number can land on a DNC list between a batch scrub and a dial attempt, and only a real-time check at the point of dial catches it. **BlogPosting:** - **Headline:** Real-Time DNC Scrubbing: How It Works Before Each Dial - **Description:** Plura AI scrubs every number against federal and state DNC registries before each dial. Support compliance and protect your campaigns. 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