How to cancel mail

Canceling mail can be a bit of a process, but I'm here to guide you through it. Here are the steps to cancel mail:

Method 1: Online

1. Go to the United States Postal Service (USPS) website (www.usps.com).
2. Click on "Hold or Forward Mail" under the "Mail & Shipping" tab.
3. Fill out the online form with your name, address, and the reason for canceling mail.
4. Choose the date you want the mail to be canceled.
5. Review and submit the form.

Method 2: By Phone

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
2. Tell the representative that you want to cancel your mail.
3. Provide your name, address, and the reason for canceling mail.
4. Choose the date you want the mail to be canceled.
5. Follow the representative's instructions to complete the cancellation.

Method 3: In Person

1. Visit your local post office.
2. Tell the postal clerk that you want to cancel your mail.
3. Provide your name, address, and the reason for canceling mail.
4. Choose the date you want the mail to be canceled.
5. The clerk will assist you with the cancellation process.

Additional Tips

• If you're moving, you'll need to update your address with the USPS to ensure that your mail is forwarded to your new address.
• If you're canceling mail due to a change in address, you may need to fill out a change of address form (PS Form 3575) and submit it to the USPS.
• If you're canceling mail due to a temporary absence, you may want to consider holding your mail instead of canceling it. This way, your mail will be held at the post office for a specified period of time.

Remember to cancel your mail at least 7-10 days before you want the cancellation to take effect. This will ensure that any mail sent to your address after the cancellation date is not delivered to you.