Do mail companies check your packages

The short answer is: it depends on the mail company and the type of package.

Here's a breakdown:

USPS (United States Postal Service)

• USPS does not typically inspect packages for contents, but they may open packages to verify the contents or to check for suspicious items.
• If a package is deemed suspicious or contains prohibited items, USPS may open it and inspect its contents.
• USPS has a "reasonable suspicion" policy, which allows them to open packages if they have a reasonable suspicion that the package contains illegal or prohibited items.

UPS (United Parcel Service)

• UPS has a "package inspection" policy, which allows them to inspect packages if they have a reasonable suspicion that the package contains illegal or prohibited items.
• UPS may open packages to verify the contents or to check for suspicious items, but they typically do not inspect packages without a valid reason.
• UPS has a "suspicious package" protocol, which involves contacting local law enforcement if a package is deemed suspicious.

FedEx

• FedEx has a "package inspection" policy, which allows them to inspect packages if they have a reasonable suspicion that the package contains illegal or prohibited items.
• FedEx may open packages to verify the contents or to check for suspicious items, but they typically do not inspect packages without a valid reason.
• FedEx has a "suspicious package" protocol, which involves contacting local law enforcement if a package is deemed suspicious.

Other factors that may influence package inspection

• Package size and weight: Larger or heavier packages may be more likely to be inspected.
• Package contents: Packages containing unusual or suspicious items may be more likely to be inspected.
• Shipping address: Packages shipped to unusual or suspicious addresses may be more likely to be inspected.
• Shipping method: Packages shipped via air or expedited services may be more likely to be inspected than those shipped via ground services.

It's worth noting that mail companies are not obligated to inspect packages, and they may not always inspect packages even if they have a reasonable suspicion that they contain illegal or prohibited items. If you're concerned about the security of your packages, you may want to consider using a secure shipping method, such as a signature required delivery or a package tracking service.