Some listeners (DXers) will log certain details of a transmission and write a Reception Report, sending it along with a cover letter to the station, with the intent of receiving a Confirmation of the Reception on a QSL card.

A QSLs are station-issued cards confirming that the specific log by the listener matches their records, after checking their files. Some technical details of the station may be added and signed by a verifier. These cards are collected by the DXers.

The International stations keep a policy of confirming reception of programs, since the Reception Reports provide important data from which the staff can determine how well the signals are being heard.
In many cases, some stations will send one or more souvenirs items such as station banners, stickers, T-shirts and current schedules.
The World Radio & TV Handbook and Passport to World Band Radio guidebooks provide Domestic and International broadcaster contact addresses.

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