Electronic return receipt certified mail

The convenience of modern technology!

An Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) is a digital confirmation that a certified mail piece has been delivered to the recipient. It's an alternative to the traditional paper return receipt, which requires the recipient to sign and return a physical document to the sender.

Here's how it works:

  1. When you send a certified mail piece, you can opt for an Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) instead of a paper return receipt.
  2. The recipient receives the certified mail piece and signs for it electronically using a digital signature.
  3. The ERR is then sent back to you, the sender, via email or online access.
  4. The ERR includes the recipient's electronic signature, the date and time of delivery, and the tracking information for the certified mail piece.

Benefits of Electronic Return Receipt:

  1. Convenience: No need to wait for the recipient to sign and return a paper return receipt.
  2. Faster delivery: ERRs are typically sent back to you within minutes of delivery.
  3. Environmentally friendly: Reduces paper waste and minimizes the need for physical storage.
  4. Secure: ERRs are digitally signed and encrypted to ensure the authenticity and integrity of the delivery confirmation.

To use an Electronic Return Receipt, you'll need to:

  1. Check with your local post office or mail carrier to see if they offer ERR services.
  2. Ensure that the recipient has a valid email address or online access.
  3. Request an ERR when sending the certified mail piece.

Keep in mind that not all certified mail pieces can be tracked electronically, so it's essential to check with your local post office or mail carrier to confirm their ERR capabilities.