How to Write a Security Deposit Demand Letter That Actually Works

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1/4/202617 min read

How to Write a Security Deposit Demand Letter That Actually Works

The moment you realize your landlord is not going to return your security deposit, something inside you shifts.

At first, it feels like confusion.
Then disbelief.
Then anger.
Then fear.

You replay the move-out in your head. You cleaned. You patched the nail holes. You returned the keys. You even took photos. And yet here you are, staring at an empty bank account and an inbox with nothing but silence.

For millions of renters in the United States, this moment is where the fight for their money truly begins.

And the weapon that decides whether you win or lose is not a phone call.
It is not a complaint.
It is not even a lawsuit.

It is a security deposit demand letter — written the right way, at the right time, with the right pressure.

This guide will show you how to write one that actually works.

Not a polite request.
Not a generic template.
Not a toothless email.

But a real, legally powerful, psychologically effective demand letter that forces landlords to pay because ignoring you becomes more expensive than paying you.

Why Most Security Deposit Demand Letters Fail

Landlords do not withhold deposits because they forgot.

They withhold them because they believe they can get away with it.

Most renters unknowingly prove them right.

Here is what landlords see every day:

  • Emotional emails

  • Angry texts

  • Threats with no legal backing

  • Vague complaints

  • Copy-paste templates

  • Empty “I’ll sue you” messages

From the landlord’s perspective, these are not threats. They are noise.

They know something most renters don’t:

Only one kind of message creates legal risk for them.

A properly written security deposit demand letter does four things:

  1. Establishes you know the law

  2. Shows you have evidence

  3. Puts them on a deadline

  4. Signals you are prepared to sue

When those four elements are present, landlords behave very differently.

Because suddenly, keeping your $1,500 deposit could cost them $4,500 in court.

What a Demand Letter Really Is

A security deposit demand letter is not a complaint.

It is a pre-lawsuit legal notice.

It tells the landlord:

“You violated the law. Here is how. Here is the proof. Here is the deadline. Pay me now or I will file a claim that will cost you more.”

This is the document judges expect you to send before filing in small claims or housing court.

And when written correctly, most cases end right here.

Because landlords know:

  • Judges side with tenants in deposit cases

  • Penalties can be double or triple the deposit

  • Their excuses usually collapse under evidence

Your letter forces them to do the math.

And when the math says “pay,” they pay.

When You Should Send a Security Deposit Demand Letter

Timing is everything.

Every state has a deadline for returning security deposits, usually between 14 and 45 days after you move out.

Here’s the rule:

Do not send your demand letter until that deadline has passed.

Why?

Because before that deadline, the landlord can legally say they are still processing it.

After the deadline, they are in violation of the law.

That is when your letter becomes powerful.

Example:

If your state requires deposits to be returned within 30 days and you moved out on June 1, the landlord must send your deposit or itemized deductions by July 1.

If July 2 arrives with nothing, that’s when your demand letter should be sent.

Not before.
Not much later.

Right then.

What Evidence You Need Before You Write

Before you write a single word, gather your ammunition.

You need:

  • Your lease

  • Proof of your deposit amount

  • Move-in photos

  • Move-out photos

  • Cleaning receipts

  • Repair receipts

  • Any emails or texts

  • Proof of when you returned keys

  • Proof of forwarding address

  • Proof of when you moved out

You don’t need everything to win.

But the more you have, the more terrifying your letter becomes to a landlord.

Because when you cite evidence in your demand letter, they know you can prove it in court.

The Structure That Makes Landlords Pay

Your demand letter must follow a precise structure.

Do not improvise.
Do not be creative.
Do not vent.

This is a legal and psychological tool.

Here is the structure that works:

  1. Your identity and the property

  2. The amount owed

  3. The law they violated

  4. The facts

  5. The evidence

  6. The demand

  7. The deadline

  8. The consequence

Let’s walk through each part.

1. Identify Yourself and the Rental

Start clean and professional.

Include:

  • Your full name

  • The rental property address

  • The dates you lived there

  • The date you moved out

Example:

“I am writing regarding the security deposit for my former rental at 123 Maple Street, Apartment 4B, which I rented from January 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025.”

This anchors the case.

2. State the Amount Owed

Be precise.

Example:

“I paid a security deposit of $1,800. To date, I have received $0. You currently owe me $1,800.”

Do not soften it.
Do not say “I believe.”
Do not say “approximately.”

State it as fact.

3. Cite the Law They Violated

This is where most renters fail.

You must name the statute in your state.

Examples:

  • California Civil Code §1950.5

  • New York General Obligations Law §7-108

  • Texas Property Code §92.103

  • Florida Statutes §83.49

Write:

“Under [Your State] law, landlords must return the security deposit or provide an itemized statement of deductions within [X] days of move-out.”

This tells the landlord you know exactly what they did wrong.

4. State the Violation

Now you show how they broke the law.

Example:

“I vacated the property on May 31, 2025 and returned the keys that same day. As of today, July 15, 2025, more than 45 days have passed and I have not received either my deposit or any written accounting of deductions.”

No emotion.
Just timeline and facts.

5. Reference Your Evidence

You don’t need to attach everything.

But you must show you have it.

Example:

“I have photographs of the unit at move-out, cleaning receipts, and records confirming the date keys were returned.”

This creates fear.

Because landlords know they can’t make up damages now.

6. Make the Demand

This is not a request.

Example:

“I hereby demand the immediate return of my full $1,800 security deposit.”

Clear. Firm. Unambiguous.

7. Set a Deadline

Always give a short, reasonable deadline.

7 to 10 days is ideal.

Example:

“If I do not receive payment within 7 days of this letter, I will pursue legal action.”

8. State the Consequences

This is where the power comes from.

Example:

“If I am forced to file a claim, I will seek the full amount of my deposit plus any statutory penalties, court costs, and interest as allowed under [State] law.”

You are not threatening.
You are stating legal reality.

The Tone That Wins

Your tone must be:

  • Calm

  • Confident

  • Professional

  • Unemotional

Do not insult.
Do not beg.
Do not explain your hardship.

Landlords don’t pay because they feel bad.

They pay because they feel legally trapped.

Where to Send the Letter

Always send it:

  • By certified mail with return receipt

  • And by email if you have it

Why?

Because in court, you will show the judge:

“Here is proof they received my demand.”

That matters.

What Happens After You Send It

Most landlords fall into one of three categories:

1. They Pay

Often within days.

They realize it’s not worth the fight.

2. They Try to Negotiate

They offer part of it.

You can accept or proceed to court.

3. They Ignore It

That’s when you file in small claims or housing court.

And now you look extremely reasonable to the judge.

Real-World Example

A tenant in California demanded $2,000.

The landlord ignored her.

She filed in small claims.

The judge awarded her $6,000 — triple damages — because the landlord violated the 21-day rule.

All because of one letter.

Why This Works So Well

Landlords know something renters don’t:

Security deposit law is brutal for landlords.

Judges assume:

  • Tenants are at a disadvantage

  • Deposits are often wrongfully withheld

  • Landlords abuse the system

Your demand letter triggers that fear.

The Biggest Mistakes That Kill Your Case

Never:

  • Wait months

  • Send angry emails

  • Threaten without law

  • Admit damage you didn’t cause

  • Accept verbal excuses

Everything must be in writing.

The Psychology of a Winning Letter

Your landlord is running a business.

When your letter arrives, they ask:

“What is my risk if I ignore this?”

A weak letter = low risk
A strong letter = high risk

Your job is to make the risk obvious.

What If They Claim Damages?

They must provide:

  • Itemized list

  • Receipts

  • Proof

No proof = illegal.

Your letter should point this out.

What If They Say They Already Sent It?

Ask for:

  • Check number

  • Date

  • Address

If they can’t prove it, they lose.

Why You Should Never Call First

Phone calls leave no paper trail.

Landlords love that.

Your demand letter creates evidence.

How This Fits Into the Bigger System

This letter is step one.

If it fails, step two is court.

But most cases never reach step two.

Because landlords know they will lose.

The Final Truth About Getting Your Deposit Back

The law is on your side.

But the law only works if you force it to.

Your demand letter is the trigger.

Without it, landlords keep your money.

With it, they give it back.

Your Next Step

If you want a ready-to-use, state-specific, legally formatted demand letter that has already been used by thousands of renters to recover their deposits, you don’t need to guess.

You need a system.

👉 Get the complete Security Deposit Recovery Toolkit — including fill-in-the-blank demand letters for every U.S. state, filing guides, evidence checklists, and court scripts — and stop letting landlords steal your money.

Because the only thing worse than losing your deposit…
is letting them think they can do it again.

And once you see how powerful a properly written demand letter is, you’ll never feel powerless in a rental dispute again.

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…again.

Because what most renters never realize is that the security deposit demand letter is not just a single document — it is the opening move in a legal chess match that landlords almost always lose if you play it correctly.

And the reason it works so well is simple:

Landlords are trained to ignore noise.
They are not trained to ignore legal exposure.

So now we are going to go even deeper.

We are going to break down exactly how landlords think when they receive your letter, how their attorneys advise them, what excuses they try next, and how you counter every one of them with precision.

This is where renters win.

What Happens Inside the Landlord’s Head When Your Letter Arrives

When your certified letter hits their desk, three things happen immediately.

1. They scan for legal language

They look for statute numbers, deadlines, and words like “demand,” “violation,” and “pursue legal action.”

If your letter contains these, their heart rate goes up.

2. They check their records

They pull your file.
They look for move-out photos.
They look for invoices.
They look for anything they can use against you.

Most of the time, they find almost nothing.

3. They calculate risk

They ask one question:

“How likely is this tenant to actually sue?”

Your letter is designed to answer that question with:
“Very likely.”

When that happens, most landlords fold.

Why Lawyers Tell Landlords to Pay

Here is something renters don’t know.

When a landlord sends your letter to their attorney, the attorney does not say:

“Let’s fight.”

They say:

“Do you have receipts? Photos? An itemized statement sent on time?”

If the answer is no — and it usually is — the attorney says:

“Pay them. You will lose in court.”

Because deposit laws are written to punish landlords who break deadlines or withhold without proof.

Your letter is how you force that conversation to happen.

The 7 Most Common Landlord Excuses — And How to Destroy Them

Once your letter is sent, landlords usually respond with one of these.

Let’s take them apart.

Excuse #1: “We are still processing it.”

This only works before the legal deadline.

After the deadline, it is meaningless.

Your response:

“Under [State] law, the deadline expired on [date]. You are now in violation.”

End of story.

Excuse #2: “We had damages.”

Great.

Ask for:

  • Itemized list

  • Invoices

  • Photos

  • Dates

If they don’t have them, they lose.

Your letter should already say this.

Excuse #3: “We mailed it.”

Ask for:

  • Date

  • Check number

  • Address

If they can’t prove it, courts assume it never happened.

Excuse #4: “The unit wasn’t clean.”

Cleaning is only deductible if:

  • It was beyond normal wear and tear

  • It was documented

  • It was invoiced

Most landlords fail all three.

Excuse #5: “You damaged something.”

Then they must prove:

  • You caused it

  • It wasn’t pre-existing

  • It wasn’t wear and tear

Photos destroy this excuse.

Excuse #6: “The check was returned.”

Their problem, not yours.

The law requires they get it to you.

Excuse #7: “We’ll send it soon.”

No.

Your deadline stands.

Why Your Letter Must Be Emotionless

Anger weakens your position.

Professional language strengthens it.

Landlords are used to emotional tenants.

They are afraid of calm, legally precise ones.

The Power of Certified Mail

Judges care about one thing:

Did the landlord get notice?

Certified mail proves they did.

That alone can win cases.

What to Do If They Offer a Partial Refund

This is a trap.

If you accept, you may waive your right to the rest.

Before accepting, ask:

  • What exactly are the deductions?

  • Where is the proof?

If they won’t provide it, proceed to court.

How Much You Can Win

In many states, you can recover:

  • Your full deposit

  • Plus double or triple damages

  • Plus court costs

Example:

Deposit: $1,500
Penalty: 2× = $3,000
Total: $4,500

That’s why landlords get scared.

Why This Works Even Against Big Property Companies

Corporate landlords fear patterns.

If you sue and win, you create a paper trail.

They don’t want regulators or attorneys seeing repeated violations.

So they pay.

The Step Most Renters Skip That Changes Everything

After you send your letter, start preparing your court case.

Even if you never file.

Because when landlords sense you’re ready, they fold.

What Judges Look For

Judges ask:

  • Was the deposit returned on time?

  • Was there an itemized statement?

  • Is there proof of damages?

If the answer is no, tenants win.

Your letter sets this up.

How to Write Your Letter So It Reads Like a Court Filing

Use:

  • Dates

  • Dollar amounts

  • Law citations

  • Neutral tone

This makes your letter look like it came from a lawyer.

Landlords respond differently.

A Real Case Breakdown

Tenant moved out April 30.
Deadline was May 30.
Nothing arrived.

Demand letter sent June 1.
Landlord ignored it.

Tenant filed June 10.

Judge awarded:

  • $1,200 deposit

  • $2,400 penalty

  • $75 filing fee

Total: $3,675.

All from one letter.

The Mistake That Kills Thousands of Cases

Waiting.

The longer you wait, the weaker your position.

Send the letter as soon as the deadline passes.

Why You Should Never Use a Generic Template

Generic letters look fake.

Landlords spot them instantly.

Your letter must be tailored to:

  • Your state

  • Your timeline

  • Your amount

That is what makes it real.

The Ultimate Strategy

  1. Wait for the deadline

  2. Gather evidence

  3. Send demand letter

  4. Prepare court filing

  5. Let landlord panic

That’s how you get paid.

And Now the Most Important Part

If you try to do this from scratch, you will miss things.

The law is technical.
Deadlines are strict.
Wording matters.

That is why renters who win don’t guess.

They use a proven system.

👉 Get the Security Deposit Recovery System — with state-specific demand letters, court-ready templates, evidence checklists, and filing guides — and force your landlord to return what is yours.

Because your deposit is not a gift.
It is your money.
And the law is waiting for you to claim it…

…and once you see how powerful this process is, you will never be intimidated by a landlord again, because every step you take from here on out builds more pressure, more legal leverage, and more certainty that the person who tried to keep your money will either pay you voluntarily or be ordered to do so by a judge, and in the next section we are going to go even deeper into the exact wording, sentence by sentence, that makes a demand letter feel so dangerous to a landlord that they write a check instead of writing an excuse, starting with the opening paragraph that silently communicates you know exactly what you are doing and that this is not your first time asserting your rights, because when you get that first paragraph right, everything that follows becomes almost inevitable, and that paragraph begins with…

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…a level of clarity and authority that immediately changes how the entire letter is perceived.

So now we are going to do something most guides never do.

We are going to dissect a real, high-impact security deposit demand letter, line by line, and explain exactly why each sentence works psychologically and legally.

Not a toy template.
Not a watered-down sample.
But the kind of letter that makes landlords call their lawyer before they reply.

The Opening Paragraph That Triggers Compliance

Your first paragraph is not about emotion.
It is about control.

Here is a powerful example:

“This letter serves as a formal demand for the immediate return of my $1,800 security deposit for the rental property located at 123 Maple Street, Apartment 4B, which I vacated on May 31, 2025.”

Why this works:

  • “This letter serves as” = legal tone

  • “Formal demand” = not a request

  • Dollar amount = precise

  • Address + date = factual anchor

From the very first sentence, the landlord knows this is not casual.

The Law Section That Creates Fear

Next, you invoke the statute.

Example:

“Under California Civil Code §1950.5, a landlord must return the tenant’s security deposit or provide an itemized statement of deductions within 21 days of move-out.”

This does two things:

  1. It proves you know the law

  2. It removes their ability to lie

They cannot pretend ignorance.

The Timeline That Eliminates Excuses

Now you show the violation.

“I vacated the unit and returned the keys on May 31, 2025. As of today, July 5, 2025, more than 21 days have passed and I have received neither my deposit nor any written accounting.”

This kills:

  • “We’re still working on it”

  • “It was delayed”

  • “We didn’t know”

Deadlines are absolute.

The Evidence Signal

You do not attach everything.

You signal it.

“I have documentation of the condition of the unit at move-out, including photographs, cleaning receipts, and confirmation of key return.”

This sentence terrifies landlords.

Because it tells them you can prove everything.

The Demand

No fluff.

“I hereby demand the full return of my $1,800 security deposit.”

Not “please.”
Not “I hope.”
Not “I think.”

Demand.

The Deadline That Forces Action

“If payment is not received within 7 days of this letter, I will proceed with filing a claim.”

This creates urgency.

No open-ended waiting.

The Penalty That Changes the Math

“In that action, I will seek all damages allowed under California law, including statutory penalties, interest, and court costs.”

Now the landlord does the math.

Deposit = $1,800
Penalty = $3,600
Costs = more

Suddenly, ignoring you is expensive.

The Signature

Use your full legal name.

Not a nickname.

Not an email signature.

This is a legal document.

Why This Letter Works When Others Don’t

Because it speaks the language of courts, not tenants.

Landlords operate in legal risk.

Your letter introduces it.

What If They Reply With an Itemized List After the Deadline?

Too late.

Many states require it to be sent by the deadline.

Late = invalid.

Your letter should note that.

What If They Deduct for Normal Wear and Tear?

Illegal.

Things like:

  • Faded paint

  • Minor scuffs

  • Worn carpet

Cannot be deducted.

Judges know this.

What If They Threaten to Countersue?

Almost never happens.

And when it does, they usually lose.

Because they have no proof.

How to Turn Their Reply Into More Leverage

Every email they send you becomes evidence.

Save it.

It often contradicts itself.

The Silent Power Move

Never argue.

Just repeat:

“Please provide receipts and documentation as required by law.”

They usually can’t.

Why You Should Never Settle Without Proof

Because without proof, they are bluffing.

And judges punish bluffing.

The Emotional Shift That Happens

When you send this letter, something changes.

You stop feeling like a victim.

You start acting like a litigant.

Landlords notice.

Why This Works Even If You Are Not a Lawyer

The law is written for renters.

You just have to use it.

The Difference Between a Demand Letter and a Lawsuit

A lawsuit costs them time and money.

A demand letter gives them a chance to escape it.

That’s why they pay.

The Moment You Should File

If the deadline passes and no payment arrives.

File.

No more warnings.

What Happens in Court

You bring:

  • Lease

  • Photos

  • Letter

  • Proof of mailing

They bring excuses.

Judges pick evidence.

Why Landlords Fear Tenants Who Write Like This

Because it means you are serious.

And serious tenants win.

The Last Secret

Most landlords don’t even read past the first page.

So the most important parts must be early.

Law.
Amount.
Deadline.
Penalty.

That’s the spine of your letter.

Now, Your Turn

If you want to stop guessing and start winning, you don’t need to write this from scratch.

You need the exact language, formatted correctly for your state, your court, and your situation.

👉 Download the Security Deposit Demand Letter Pack — with state-specific statutes, fill-in templates, evidence checklists, and court-ready formatting — and turn your landlord’s silence into a check.

Because every day you wait is a day they are holding your money.

And now you know exactly how to take it back…

…and in the next section we are going to go even deeper into how different states calculate penalties, how much you can realistically expect to recover beyond your deposit, and how to write your demand letter so it maximizes those penalties rather than accidentally giving them an escape hatch, because most renters unknowingly weaken their case with one innocent-sounding sentence that gives landlords a way out, and once you learn what that sentence is and how to remove it, your letters become dramatically more effective, starting with the way you describe the condition of the unit when you left, because that single description controls whether the judge sees you as careful or careless, and that description should always be written as…

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a statement of fact, not a confession.

This is one of the most subtle but devastating mistakes renters make.

They write things like:

“I left the apartment in pretty good condition.”

Or worse:

“There were a few small issues but nothing major.”

Those sentences feel harmless.

They are not.

They are legal poison.

Because the moment you admit even “a few small issues,” you give the landlord a door to argue deductions — even if those deductions are illegal.

So here is the rule:

You never describe the condition of the unit as “good.”
You never describe it as “clean.”
You never describe it as “okay.”

You describe it as:

“Returned in the same condition as received, minus ordinary wear and tear.”

That phrase comes straight from the law.

It closes the loophole.

How Judges Interpret That Phrase

Judges are trained to recognize it.

“Ordinary wear and tear” is a legal standard.

It includes:

  • Minor scuffs

  • Faded paint

  • Light carpet wear

  • Small nail holes

  • Normal use

When you write that phrase, you are telling the court:

“I complied with my legal duty.”

Landlords hate it because they can’t deduct against it.

The Sentence That Wrecks Thousands of Claims

Here it is.

“I know there was some damage, but…”

Never write this.

Never say this.

Never imply this.

Even if something broke.

Even if something cracked.

Why?

Because the burden of proof is on the landlord, not you.

You do not help them.

How to Mention Repairs Without Harming Yourself

If you paid for cleaning or repairs, say:

“I performed and paid for professional cleaning and returned the unit in legally required condition.”

That’s it.

Do not list flaws.

Why This Matters So Much

In deposit cases, the entire fight is about who has proof.

Your job is not to explain.

Your job is to force the landlord to prove.

Every extra word you add gives them something to twist.

How Landlords Try to Trap You

They will reply with something like:

“We had to repaint because there were marks.”

You reply:

“Please provide dated photographs and invoices showing tenant-caused damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.”

Do not argue.

Just demand proof.

The Trap of “Being Reasonable”

Tenants try to sound fair.

Landlords use that against them.

You are not here to be nice.

You are here to enforce the law.

The Phrase That Makes Judges Nod

Use this in your letter:

“The unit was returned in the same condition as received, minus ordinary wear and tear.”

It is powerful because it is precise.

Why This Phrase Alone Can Win Your Case

Because if the landlord cannot prove otherwise, the law requires your deposit to be returned.

That is the entire case.

How to Write the Condition Section in Your Letter

Here is how it should look:

“The unit was returned in the same condition as received, minus ordinary wear and tear. I have photographic documentation of the condition of the unit at move-out, along with receipts for professional cleaning.”

That’s it.

No drama.

No details.

Just legal strength.

Now Let’s Talk About Penalties

This is where things get very interesting.

Most renters think they can only get their deposit back.

That is wrong.

In many states, you can get:

  • 2× the deposit

  • 3× the deposit

  • Plus costs

Let’s look at a few examples.

California

Up to 2× the deposit if withheld in bad faith.

New York

Up to 2× the deposit for willful violation.

Illinois

Up to 2× the deposit plus attorney’s fees.

Texas

$100 + 3× the wrongfully withheld amount.

Florida

Attorney’s fees if you win.

This is why landlords panic.

How to Hint at Penalties Without Sounding Threatening

In your letter, write:

“I will seek all statutory damages available under [State] law.”

You don’t have to list them.

They know.

The One Sentence That Makes Landlords Pay Faster

Here it is:

“Courts routinely award tenants double or triple damages for violations like this.”

That sentence changes everything.

Why You Should Never Tell Them Exactly How Much You’ll Sue For

Let them worry.

Uncertainty is pressure.

The Silent Deadline Strategy

When you give a 7-day deadline, you are not being kind.

You are creating urgency.

Landlords procrastinate.

Deadlines force action.

What If They Miss Your Deadline by One Day?

File.

Do not extend.

Extensions weaken your case.

Why Judges Love Tenants Who Set Deadlines

Because it shows you acted reasonably.

The “We Need More Time” Trick

Ignore it.

They already had time.

The Emotional Relief When You File

Most renters are scared of court.

Landlords are more scared.

Because they lose more.

Why Small Claims Is Built for This

Deposit cases are perfect for small claims.

Simple.
Document-based.
Tenant-friendly.

The Myth That You Need a Lawyer

You don’t.

The law is simple.

Deadlines + proof = win.

The Real Power of Your Demand Letter

It is not the paper.

It is the signal.

It tells the landlord:

“I am not going away.”

That is what gets you paid.

And Now, the Final Piece

There is one last thing that separates winning letters from ignored ones.

Formatting.

Yes — formatting.

Margins.
Headings.
Spacing.
Structure.

Landlords and judges subconsciously trust documents that look legal.

And that trust matters.

Why Sloppy Letters Get Ignored

Because they look like rants.

Professional formatting looks like litigation.

The Format That Commands Respect

Your letter should include:

  • Date

  • Your address

  • Their address

  • Re: Security Deposit Demand

  • Paragraphs

  • Signature

This is not optional.

It is part of the psychology.

The Truth

Most renters lose because they look unprepared.

You will look ready.

Now, Take the Next Step

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