Does royal mail text you for delivery
Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, does offer text message updates for parcel deliveries, but it's not a standard service for all parcels. Here are the details:
Royal Mail Tracked 24 and Tracked 48 services:
For parcels sent with Royal Mail Tracked 24 and Tracked 48 services, you can opt-in to receive text updates on the delivery status. You'll receive a text message when your parcel is:
- Out for delivery
- Delivered
To opt-in, you need to provide your mobile phone number when you book your parcel online or at a Post Office branch. You can also add your mobile number to your Royal Mail account online.
Royal Mail Special Delivery and Signed For services:
For parcels sent with Royal Mail Special Delivery and Signed For services, you won't receive text updates. These services provide a signature upon delivery, but no text notifications.
Other services:
For other Royal Mail services, such as 1st Class and 2nd Class mail, you won't receive text updates. These services don't offer tracking or text notifications.
Important notes:
- Text updates are only available for parcels sent within the UK.
- You need to have a valid mobile phone number and a Royal Mail account to receive text updates.
- Royal Mail may not be able to send text updates if your parcel is delayed or lost in transit.
If you're unsure about the delivery status of your parcel or want to opt-in for text updates, you can contact Royal Mail customer service or check your parcel tracking online.