How to Spot a Fake 1099-DIV in Seconds

How to verify a Form 1099-DIV and spot missing or false information. Financial institutions and employers rely on it. Pay per document, no subscription.

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Who sends this form and what it really means

The Form 1099-DIV comes from any financial institution, brokerage, mutual fund company, or corporation that paid dividend income to a person during the calendar year. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires these payers to report what they distributed.

When you see this form, someone is telling you (or the IRS) that they received investment income. It's not optional reporting. If the payer issued it, they've already sent a copy to the tax authorities.

  • Issued by payers, not by the IRS

    Banks, brokerages, investment firms, and corporations that paid dividends send this form to the recipient. The IRS simply requires them to do it.

  • Covers ordinary and qualified dividends

    The form breaks down different types of dividend income: ordinary dividends, qualified dividends (which may receive preferential tax treatment), capital gain distributions, and other investment payouts.

  • Always filed with the tax authorities

    When someone presents this form to you, know that an identical copy has already been sent to the IRS. The payer must report it, and reconciliation happens automatically during tax season.

  • Contains both payer and recipient identification

    Look for the payer's name, address, and Tax Identification Number (TIN), as well as the recipient's details. This ensures the IRS can match the income reported to the person who earned it.

What you'll always find on a real Form 1099-DIV

A 1099-DIV is an annual information return that reports dividend and distribution income. Here's what separates a legitimate form from a fake one. Run through this checklist before you file your taxes or respond to any 1099-DIV you receive.

  • IRS stamp or notice at the top

    Look for the statement 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS.' Real forms display this language prominently. Fakes often skip it or reword it awkwardly.

  • Payer's name, address, and TIN

    The company or fund that paid you must list its legal name, full mailing address, and Tax Identification Number (TIN). If any of these are missing or vague, that's a red flag.

  • Your name, address, and TIN (or SSN)

    Your side of the form includes your full legal name, address, and Social Security Number or TIN. On your copy, the SSN may be truncated for security. If it looks completely wrong or doesn't match your records, don't ignore it.

  • Box 1a (ordinary dividends) or Box 1b (qualified dividends)

    If you received any dividends during the year, at least one of these boxes must have a dollar amount. Box 1a shows ordinary dividends, Box 1b shows qualified dividends. Empty boxes for dividend income when you know you received distributions is suspicious.

  • Box 2a (capital gain distributions)

    This box reports any capital gains you received from the investment company or mutual fund. It may be blank if you had no gains, but the box itself must be present and labeled correctly.

  • Clear box labels and IRS form number

    The form must show 'Form 1099-DIV' clearly printed at the top. All dollar boxes must be numbered and labeled (1a, 1b, 2a, etc.). Blurry text, missing labels, or wrong form numbers mean it's not legitimate.

  • Matching dollar amounts between recipient and payer

    The form you receive should match the copy the IRS receives. If your bank or brokerage sent you a 1099-DIV but the dollars don't line up with your account statements, request a correction immediately.

Why you need to verify this form before accepting it as proof

A Form 1099-DIV is a tax record that shows dividend and distribution income. When someone presents it to you as proof of income, investment history, or financial standing, you're looking at a document that directly affects their tax liability and credibility. Forged or altered 1099-DIVs are used to inflate income claims in loan applications, rental screening, and employment verification. Your job is to catch mismatches and red flags before they cost you money or legal exposure.

Dividend income doesn't lie, but people do. Lenders, landlords, and hiring teams rely on these forms to validate what a person claims they earn. A fake 1099-DIV can mask financial instability, hide undisclosed liabilities, or misrepresent investment returns. Banks and credit agencies cross-reference these with IRS records during background checks. If you miss a forgery upfront, you're the one explaining why you accepted false documentation.

Is this really a 1099-DIV? Here's how to spot the real thing in 120 seconds

A fake 1099-DIV can look convincing at first glance. Tax scammers know the IRS format inside out. But there are five quick checks that separate the genuine article from a forgery every single time.

  1. Check who actually sent it

    A real 1099-DIV arrives from the financial institution or brokerage that paid your dividends (your bank, investment firm, etc.), not a random email or unfamiliar sender. The payer's name, address, and Tax ID number appear in the top left. Cross-reference this against your actual account statements or call the institution directly using the phone number on your latest statement, not one provided in the email.

  2. Verify the timing against the IRS calendar

    Here's the hard deadline: recipients must receive the 1099-DIV by January 31 of the year following the tax year in question. The IRS itself receives copies by February 28 (or March 31 if filed electronically). If you get one in March claiming it covers last year's dividends, something's off. Legitimate forms arrive in late January or very early February.

  3. Look for mandatory fields that scammers miss

    Every authentic 1099-DIV contains: payer name and address, your name and address, both Tax ID numbers (EIN for the payer, SSN for you), box amounts for ordinary dividends (1a), qualified dividends (1b), capital gain distributions (2a), and other income as applicable. Fakes often skip boxes, leave fields blank, or use placeholder numbers. Also look for the statement 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS' at the bottom of the form. No statement, no legitimacy.

  4. Test the numbers against your records

    Pull up your brokerage or bank account statements for the calendar year. Add up all dividends paid to you. The total in box 1a (ordinary dividends) plus any amounts in other boxes should roughly match what you see in your account history. If the 1099-DIV shows $5,000 in dividends but your statements show $500, the form is fake. Round numbers ($1,000 exactly, $10,000 exactly) with no cents are another red flag.

  5. Verify format details the IRS publishes

    The IRS publishes official instructions for Form 1099-DIV every year (most recent: January 2024). The form uses specific formatting, fonts, and box layouts. If the PDF looks pixelated, uses Comic Sans, or has misaligned fields, it's a forgery. Download the official form from IRS.gov (Instructions for Form 1099-DIV) and compare it side-by-side with what you received.

  6. Run the final check: contact the issuer independently

    Don't click links in emails or texts. Instead, log into your account directly via the official website or call the payer's main phone number (from their official website or a statement you already have). Ask: 'Did you send me a 1099-DIV for [tax year]?' A genuine financial institution will confirm within seconds. If they have no record of sending it, you've found your fake.

Still unsure? Report it to the IRS.

If you believe you've received a fraudulent 1099-DIV, the IRS wants to know. Phishing scams using tax forms are part of their enforcement priority. File a report and keep the fake form for your records.

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What tipped me off that this 1099-DIV wasn't real

A fake Form 1099-DIV usually stumbles on one of these points. The IRS and payers follow strict formatting rules, and fakes almost always miss the technical details. Here's what to check first.

  • Missing or mismatched TINs

    Both the payer's and your Tax Identification Number must be present and correctly formatted (9 digits with a hyphen). A fake often leaves these blank, uses a placeholder like 123-45-6789, or swaps numbers. Your copy may show a truncated recipient TIN for privacy, but the payer's TIN should always be fully visible.

  • Wrong box amounts or missing required boxes

    Box 1a (ordinary dividends) and Box 1b (qualified dividends) are nearly always filled on a legitimate form if any dividend income was paid. Box 1b should never exceed Box 1a. Fakes often leave key boxes blank or put negative numbers where they don't belong. If you received distributions, at least one dividend box should have a figure.

  • Payer name and address don't match known institutions

    The payer's legal name, street address, and city/state/ZIP code must match IRS records. Run the name and address against your brokerage or fund company's official website. A misspelled company name, fake street address, or non-existent ZIP code is a hard red flag. The IRS publishes payer information you can cross-check.

  • Missing the required IRS statement

    Every 1099-DIV must print this exact statement: 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS.' If that line is absent or worded differently, the form is fake. It's a mandatory disclaimer that appears on all official copies.

  • Boxes filled for distributions you never received

    If you own shares in a specific mutual fund or stock and the 1099-DIV shows dividend amounts you didn't recognize, check your brokerage account statement for that tax year. A fake often inflates figures or invents income from companies you don't own. Your account history is the ground truth.

  • Arrived before January 31 or after tax season

    The IRS requires payers to send 1099-DIV forms to recipients by January 31 of the following year. If you get one in November or March (outside the filing window), verify it with the payer directly. Legitimate forms follow this calendar rule without exception.

  • No payer contact information or copy indicator

    A real 1099-DIV includes a payer phone number and/or account number where you can reach them. It also clearly marks which copy you're holding (Copy B for recipient, Copy A for IRS, etc.). A generic printout without these labels and contact details is likely counterfeit.

  • Numbers don't align with your investment records

    Cross-check the total dividend amount against your year-end brokerage statement or the fund's official 1099-DIV documentation. Fakes often use round numbers (exactly $1,000 or $5,000) rather than the precise cents-and-all figures real dividends carry. Real distributions include exact penny amounts.

What separates a genuine Form 1099-DIV from a convincing fake

When someone presents a Form 1099-DIV to you, your job is to spot the telltale signs of authenticity. Financial institutions, employers, and legal professionals rely on this IRS document to verify dividend income and compliance. Fraudsters know what a real one looks like, but they rarely nail every detail.

Genuine Form 1099-DIV

An authentic Form 1099-DIV contains precise formatting and specific IRS language that passes basic scrutiny.

  • Payer's name, address, and Tax Identification Number (TIN) appear in the top-left box with consistent typography and standard formatting.
  • Recipient's name, address, and TIN are clearly printed in the middle section. The TIN on the recipient's copy may be partially masked for privacy, but the full TIN appears on the IRS copy.
  • The form displays boxes labeled 1a (ordinary dividends), 1b (qualified dividends), 2a (capital gain distributions), and additional boxes as applicable. Numbers align neatly within their boxes with no overflow or misalignment.
  • The footer includes the statement: 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS.' This exact wording appears in all legitimate copies.
  • Tax year is printed clearly at the top right. The form uses the standard IRS layout with the red 'VOID' watermark visible when you hold it to light (on original paper copies).

Suspected or Fraudulent Form 1099-DIV

Forged or altered 1099-DIVs often contain inconsistencies that reveal their origin.

  • Payer information looks hastily typed or uses a different font style than standard IRS templates. TINs may be incomplete, misformatted (e.g., missing hyphens in 12-3456789 format), or don't match the payer's legal business registration.
  • Recipient's TIN contains errors, unusual spacing, or appears in the wrong position. On a digital reproduction, the TIN is fully visible when it should be truncated on certain copies.
  • Box amounts are misaligned, text overflows into adjacent cells, or dollar figures use inconsistent decimal placement. Boxes may be labeled incorrectly or omit required fields entirely.
  • The statement at the bottom reads differently—missing the exact IRS wording, containing typos like 'This is importent tax information,' or using alternate language that does not match official instructions.
  • The document appears as a clean digital printout with no security features. Scanned or photocopied versions lack the subtle grain or texture of authentic IRS paper stock.

How widespread are fake 1099-DIV forms really?

The IRS does not publish public statistics on the volume of counterfeit or fraudulent Form 1099-DIV documents in circulation. This absence of data makes it difficult to quantify how common fake dividend income forms actually are.

What we do know is that Form 1099-DIV is a high-value target for document fraud. Because it reports investment income and shapes tax liability, someone presenting a false 1099-DIV to a lender, employer, or other financial institution can create a false impression of wealth and income stability. The form carries the weight of official IRS reporting, which makes forgery attractive to fraudsters.

The IRS addresses 1099-DIV fraud primarily through its matching program, cross-referencing forms filed by payers against income reported by recipients. Discrepancies trigger audits. However, the agency does not release figures on how many fraudulent 1099-DIV forms are intercepted each year, how many individuals attempt to use fakes, or what financial impact these schemes cause.

How forgers still get Form 1099-DIV wrong

When someone hands you a Form 1099-DIV, your job is to spot whether it actually came from a real brokerage or investment firm. Forgers rely on a few common shortcuts that reveal their work. Here's what to watch for.

  • TIN mismatches between boxes

    A genuine Form 1099-DIV has the payer's Tax Identification Number (TIN) in one place and the recipient's TIN in another, and they must be consistent across all copies. Forgers often copy a template and change only one set of numbers, leaving the recipient's TIN different on the back copy or in the internal reference fields. Check that both the payer TIN and recipient TIN appear correctly on every copy the person shows you. If one number shifts between pages, the form never left the forger's printer.

  • Missing or generic payer details

    The IRS requires a genuine payer name, street address, and TIN on every Form 1099-DIV. A forged version often lists a vague company name, a P.O. box only, or an address that doesn't match any real brokerage. Cross-reference the payer name and address with the SEC's FINRA database or call the firm directly. If the address is incomplete or the firm name sounds generic, the document likely came from someone's home computer, not a regulated financial institution.

  • Wrong box entries for distribution types

    Box 1a should show ordinary dividends, Box 1b qualified dividends, and Box 2a capital gain distributions. A common forgery mistake is filling in amounts in the wrong boxes or using identical figures across multiple boxes when that makes no economic sense. For instance, if the total in Box 1a and Box 1b add up to more than the total in Box 1a alone, the math is broken. Real payers use accounting software that prevents such errors.

  • Missing the IRS disclosure statement

    Every genuine Form 1099-DIV must include the statement: 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS.' This text appears in a fixed location on the official form. If the person's copy omits this sentence, or it's been hand-written or looks photoshopped in, the document was not generated by IRS-compliant software. This is one of the easiest red flags to catch.

  • Truncated recipient TIN that doesn't match their ID

    The IRS allows payers to truncate (shorten) the recipient's TIN on the copies given to the recipient, but not on the copy filed with the IRS. A forger often either omits the truncation entirely or truncates it incorrectly. If the person shows you a form with a full nine-digit TIN and claims it's their copy, ask them why it wasn't shortened. A genuine copy will show only the last four digits of the Social Security Number or EIN.

  • Blurry, pixelated, or obviously edited text

    Forms printed by official payer systems have crisp, uniform fonts and consistent spacing. If the document shows pixelated boxes, fonts that shift size between fields, or clear evidence of cut-and-paste editing, it was assembled in a photo editor or low-quality scanner software. Zoom in on the box numbers and the fine print. Genuine IRS forms have razor-sharp definition. Forged ones often look like they were scanned five times.

  • Dates and year inconsistencies

    A Form 1099-DIV is filed for a specific calendar year and must show that year consistently across all fields. A forger might copy a 2023 form, change the date in one spot, but forget to update it elsewhere. Check the year printed in the form's header, in the filing deadline references, and anywhere the tax year is mentioned. All instances must match. If you see 2024 in one place and 2023 in another, the document was hastily altered.

  • No control or sequence number printed by the payer

    The IRS requires payers to assign a unique control or sequence number to each form they file, and this number appears on the official printout. Many forgers skip this step because they don't know it exists or can't generate a realistic number. If the document has no sequence number, or the number is handwritten, the form likely never passed through a payer's validation system. Ask the person for their payer's document control number and verify it with the firm.

Spotting a fake Form 1099-DIV and what to do next

When someone presents you with a Form 1099-DIV, your job is to verify it matches what the IRS actually sent. Fraudsters sometimes create convincing counterfeits to misrepresent income, dodge taxes, or qualify for benefits they don't deserve. Here's how to catch the red flags and act.

The IRS publishes strict formatting rules for this form. Any deviation from those rules is worth investigating.

  • Check the mandatory fields are all there and match the format

    A genuine Form 1099-DIV must display the payer's name, address, and Tax Identification Number (TIN). The recipient's information should also be present, though the TIN may be truncated on your copy. Look for boxes labeled 1a (ordinary dividends), 1b (qualified dividends), 2a (capital gain distributions), and others that apply. At the bottom, you should see the statement: 'This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS.' If any of these are missing, blurry, oddly formatted, or the language is slightly off, that's a warning sign.

  • Verify the payer information by contacting the source directly

    Call the financial institution or company listed as the payer. Don't use a phone number printed on the form itself (scammers can add fake contact details). Look up the company independently and ask whether they issued a 1099-DIV to the recipient for the year in question. Ask them to confirm the exact amount shown on the form. A legitimate payer will have records and be able to verify the filing.

  • Cross-reference the document with the IRS records

    The IRS has a record of every 1099-DIV filed in its name. If the person who presented the form has online access to their tax account via IRS.gov, they can log in and see what forms the IRS actually received for them. You can also advise them to contact the IRS directly at their main line or file a request to verify whether this specific form was reported to the agency. Mismatches between what's claimed and what the IRS has on file are a major red flag.

  • Look for physical and digital reproduction errors

    Examine the paper quality, ink consistency, and printing alignment. Counterfeit forms often have pixelated text, misaligned boxes, or colors that don't match IRS originals. Check the font and size. The form should match official IRS specifications. If you're viewing a digital copy, check whether it came directly from the issuing financial institution or through a secure channel. Forms forwarded through unofficial email addresses or downloaded from unverified websites are high risk.

  • Report the suspected fraud to the IRS

    If you believe the Form 1099-DIV is fraudulent, report it to the IRS using Form 3949-A (Information Regarding Questioned Return) or by calling the IRS. You can also file a report with the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at tigta.gov. Provide as much detail as possible: where the form came from, who presented it, the amounts shown, and why you suspect it's fake. Keep copies of all communications and the suspicious document.

Can you actually request a Form 1099-DIV from someone?

You may be wondering whether you can ask someone to hand over their Form 1099-DIV. The short answer: it depends on your role and why you need it. As a recruiter, lender, landlord, or other professional evaluating someone's financial situation, you have the right to request this document. The person presenting it has a legal obligation to provide truthful tax information if they claim income from dividends.

Here's what you need to know about when and how to ask for it, and what to watch for when it lands on your desk.

  • You can request it as part of financial verification

    If you're a financial institution, employer, or property manager who needs to assess someone's income and assets, asking for a Form 1099-DIV is standard practice. The person presenting it should provide it without hesitation if they receive dividends. This form shows dividend and capital gain income paid during the tax year, making it a legitimate record of investment earnings.

  • The person being asked has a duty to be honest

    If someone claims dividend income on a loan application, rental agreement, or employment verification, they're responsible for providing accurate documentation. Furnishing false tax documents or knowingly presenting a fake 1099-DIV is a federal crime. That said, they also have confidentiality protections under tax law, so handle their information with care.

  • Check the required details are actually there

    A genuine Form 1099-DIV must show the payer's name, address, and Tax ID (TIN), plus the recipient's name, address, and TIN. Look for boxes reporting ordinary dividends, qualified dividends, capital gain distributions, and any other applicable income. The form should also carry a statement saying it's important tax information being filed with the IRS. Missing any of these is a red flag.

  • Verify the dates match the filing windows

    The IRS requires payers to send this form to the recipient by January 31 of the following year. If someone hands you a 1099-DIV dated after that deadline or with no date at all, ask questions. A legitimate copy should come straight from a brokerage, investment firm, or dividend-paying corporation, not cobbled together by the person asking you to trust it.

  • Treat it as confidential tax information

    Once you receive a Form 1099-DIV, remember that tax returns and return information are confidential under Section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code. Store it securely, limit access to people who need to see it, and don't share it beyond what your role requires. Mishandling tax documents can expose you to liability.

How a brokerage or investment firm issues your Form 1099-DIV

A Form 1099-DIV is issued annually by the payer of dividends (typically a brokerage, mutual fund company, or investment firm) to report distributions you received. Here's how the process works from the issuer's side, and what you should expect when requesting or receiving one.

  1. The payer collects your tax identification information

    When you open an investment account, the payer gathers your name, address, and Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN, usually your Social Security Number). This information goes directly into their records. If the payer doesn't have your correct TIN on file, they may hold dividends or apply backup withholding, so it's worth verifying your details with them.

  2. The payer tracks all qualifying distributions during the calendar year

    Throughout the year, the payer records every dividend, capital gain distribution, and other qualifying payout made to your account. They separate ordinary dividends from qualified dividends, and flag capital gains or liquidation proceeds if applicable. This categorization matters for your tax filing.

  3. The payer prepares and mails your copy by the deadline

    By January 31st of the following year, the payer must send you a copy of the completed Form 1099-DIV showing all distributions for that calendar year. You'll typically receive it by mail or through your account portal if the firm offers electronic delivery.

  4. The payer files with the IRS and state tax authorities

    Simultaneously, the payer files copies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and any relevant state tax agencies. The IRS filing deadline is February 28th for paper submissions or March 31st for electronic filings. Your income information is cross-checked against your tax return.

  5. The form includes mandatory statement language

    Every Form 1099-DIV carries a standard statement: "This is important tax information and is being furnished to the IRS." This reminds you that the data is part of the official tax record. Your account information remains confidential under Internal Revenue Code Section 6103.

How Form 1099-DIV differs from Form 1099-INT and other dividend-related documents

You're reviewing paperwork someone handed over, and they claim it shows dividend income. But are you holding the right document? Form 1099-DIV tracks dividends and capital gains distributions from stocks and mutual funds, while other 1099 forms report completely different income streams. Getting this wrong means misreading what the person actually earned.

Here's how to spot which form you're really holding and what it actually tells you.

  • Form 1099-DIV versus Form 1099-INT: two separate income sources

    Form 1099-DIV reports dividends (cash payments from stocks or mutual funds) and capital gain distributions. Form 1099-INT reports interest income from savings accounts, bonds, and CDs. They track money earned in completely different ways. A person might receive both forms if they own both dividend-paying stocks and bond investments. The boxes don't overlap: you won't see interest reported on a 1099-DIV, and you won't see capital gains on a 1099-INT.

  • Form 1099-DIV versus Form 1099-B: the sale versus the payout

    Form 1099-DIV reports regular payouts the person received while holding their investment. Form 1099-B reports the sale or disposition of securities themselves. Think of it this way: 1099-DIV is the ongoing income stream; 1099-B is the one-time profit when they cashed out. Someone who owns Apple stock receives 1099-DIV every quarter for dividend payments, but only gets 1099-B if and when they sell those shares.

  • Form 1099-DIV versus Form K-1: individual versus partnership earnings

    Form 1099-DIV reports distributions to individual shareholders from corporations or mutual funds. Form K-1 reports a partner's share of partnership or S-corporation income. If the person is a passive investor in a mutual fund, they get 1099-DIV. If they're a partner in a business or own shares of an S-corp, they get K-1. These use different tax calculation rules and boxes entirely.

  • How to spot which form is actually in your hands

    Look at the top left corner of the document. It says "1099-DIV" in large print if it's reporting dividends. The form has labeled boxes for ordinary dividends (box 1a), qualified dividends (box 1b), and capital gain distributions (box 2a). If instead it says "1099-INT," you're looking at interest. If it says "K-1," that's partnership income. There's no ambiguity once you read the form type at the top. If someone can't immediately point you to that label, or if the boxes don't match what they're claiming, stop and ask for clarification.

  • Why this matters when you're checking someone's income

    If you're a lender reviewing a loan application or an employer verifying reported income, confusing document types leads to wrong conclusions. Someone might say they earned dividend income but hand you interest statements. If you're a property manager screening a tenant, you need to know whether the income is stable (dividends from blue-chip stocks) or volatile (capital gains distributions from speculative funds). The form type tells you what kind of investment generated the money and how reliable that income stream is.

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What you need to know about Form 1099-DIV

Form 1099-DIV reports dividend income and capital gains distributions you received from investments during the tax year. Your broker or fund company sends this form to you and the IRS so everyone's on the same page about what you earned. You'll need it to file your tax return accurately.

Any company that paid you dividends or capital gains distributions totaling $10 or more must send you a 1099-DIV. This includes banks, mutual fund companies, brokerages, and investment firms. They typically mail it by January 31st of the following year.

You should receive your 1099-DIV by January 31st following the tax year in which you earned the dividends. If you don't get it by early February, contact your broker or investment company directly to request a replacement or check your online account for an electronic copy.

If you earned dividends but didn't receive a 1099-DIV, call the company that paid them and request a copy. You can also file your taxes using the dividend amount you find in your account statements. The IRS has a copy too, so reporting the income keeps you in the clear.

Yes, you must report all dividend income from your 1099-DIV on your tax return, even if it's a small amount. The IRS already knows about it because they receive a copy of the form from your broker. Failing to report it could trigger an audit or penalty.

Box 1a shows ordinary dividends, and Box 1b shows qualified dividends (taxed at favorable rates). Box 2a has long-term capital gains, and Box 2b has unrecaptured Section 1250 gains. Different types of income go in different places on your return, so check the form's instructions or ask a tax pro if you're unsure which boxes apply to you.

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