How to put hold on mail

There are several ways to put a hold on your mail, depending on your location and the type of mail you want to hold. Here are a few options:

  1. USPS Hold Mail: You can request to hold your mail at your local post office. To do this, you'll need to visit the post office in person and fill out a "Hold Mail" form. You can also request to hold your mail online through the USPS website.
    • Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and sign in to your account.
    • Click on "Manage Your Account" and then "Hold Mail."
    • Fill out the form with your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
    • You can also request to have your mail held for a specific period of time, such as a week or a month.
  2. USPS Vacation Hold: If you're going on vacation, you can request a vacation hold on your mail. This will hold your mail for up to 30 days.
    • Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and sign in to your account.
    • Click on "Manage Your Account" and then "Vacation Hold."
    • Fill out the form with your name, address, and the dates you'll be away.
    • You can also request to have your mail held at a post office near your destination.
  3. Local Post Office: You can also visit your local post office in person and request to hold your mail. Just let the postal worker know that you'd like to put a hold on your mail and they'll take care of it for you.
  4. Online Hold Mail Services: There are also online services that allow you to hold your mail, such as Hold Mail (holdmail.com) or Mail Hold (mailhold.com). These services typically charge a fee and may not be as secure as holding your mail through the USPS.

Remember to always keep your mail safe and secure, especially if you're going to be away for an extended period of time. You may also want to consider asking a trusted neighbor or friend to collect your mail for you while you're away.