Publishers Clearing House is a direct marketing company that offers sweepstakes and contests to promote magazine subscriptions and merchandise sales. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Jericho, New York. Publishers Clearing House operates through various channels, including direct mail, email, and online advertising. The company is known for its famous sweepstakes, where winners receive large cash prizes. Publishers Clearing House is a subsidiary of a larger company called PCH Media. The company has been the subject of controversy due to its marketing practices and allegations of deceptive advertising.