How to use in care of when mailing
When mailing a package or letter, you may need to include a "c/o" (care of) address to ensure it reaches the intended recipient. Here's how to use it correctly:
What is "c/o"?
"C/o" is short for "care of" and is used to indicate that the package or letter should be delivered to a specific person or department at a particular address. It's often used when the recipient's name is not the same as the person or organization at the address.
How to use "c/o"?
- Write the recipient's name: Start by writing the name of the person or organization you're sending the package or letter to.
- Add "c/o": Immediately after the recipient's name, write "c/o" (without a space).
- Add the address: Write the address of the person or organization where the package or letter should be delivered.
- Optional: Add a department or room number: If the recipient is part of a larger organization or department, you can add the department or room number to help ensure the package or letter reaches the correct person.
Example:
- John Smith c/o Marketing Department
- Jane Doe c/o 3rd Floor, Human Resources
- ABC Corporation c/o Reception Desk
Tips and variations
- You can also use "attn" (attention) instead of "c/o", but "c/o" is more commonly used.
- If you're sending a package to a specific person at a large organization, you can use the person's title (e.g., "Mr. John Smith, CEO") followed by "c/o" and the organization's address.
- If you're sending a package to a specific department within an organization, you can use the department name followed by "c/o" and the organization's address.
By using "c/o" correctly, you can ensure that your package or letter reaches the intended recipient, even if the recipient's name is not the same as the person or organization at the address.