Generally, when I register for things and I don’t feel obligated to give my personal information, I use the name Robert Dobalina. If you remember Del The Funkee Homosapien, you’ll see the humor, albeit slight, in this. You can imagine my laughter when I got the following email:

Subject : Account activation
Date : Mon, 20 Oct 2003 09:45:45 -0400
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Dear Mr. Robert Dobalina,

Your account has been activated.

I think I need to start using Bob instead of Robert.

If you’re thinking of trying this practice yourself, get your own fake name. I have dibs on Dobalina. I have a friend who uses Johnny Depp all the time.