How to set up safe place royal mail
Setting up a SafePlace with Royal Mail allows you to have your mail and parcels delivered to a secure location when you're not at home. Here's a step-by-step guide to set up a SafePlace with Royal Mail:
Eligibility: To set up a SafePlace, you must be a Royal Mail customer and have a valid address.
Step 1: Check if your address is eligible
Before setting up a SafePlace, check if your address is eligible by visiting the Royal Mail website and using their SafePlace checker tool.
Step 2: Choose a SafePlace location
You can choose a SafePlace location from a list of participating retailers, such as:
- Newsagents
- Convenience stores
- Post offices
- Supermarkets
You can find a list of participating retailers on the Royal Mail website.
Step 3: Register for a SafePlace
To register for a SafePlace, follow these steps:
- Go to the Royal Mail website and click on "My Royal Mail" (if you're not already logged in).
- Click on "SafePlace" and then "Register for SafePlace".
- Enter your address and postcode.
- Choose a SafePlace location from the list of participating retailers.
- Confirm your SafePlace location and submit your registration.
Step 4: Update your delivery preferences
Once you've registered for a SafePlace, you'll need to update your delivery preferences:
- Log in to your Royal Mail account.
- Click on "My Royal Mail" and then "Delivery preferences".
- Select "SafePlace" as your preferred delivery option.
- Enter your SafePlace location and confirm.
Step 5: Confirm your SafePlace
After setting up your SafePlace, you'll need to confirm it with Royal Mail:
- Log in to your Royal Mail account.
- Click on "My Royal Mail" and then "SafePlace".
- Confirm your SafePlace location and submit.
Tips and reminders:
- Make sure to keep your SafePlace location up to date if you move or change your address.
- If you're not going to be at home, you can still use your SafePlace to collect your mail and parcels.
- If you're concerned about the security of your SafePlace, you can contact Royal Mail to discuss alternative arrangements.
By following these steps, you can set up a SafePlace with Royal Mail and ensure that your mail and parcels are delivered to a secure location when you're not at home.