Place a hold on mail

You can place a hold on your mail for a few reasons, such as:

1. Going out of town and don't want your mail to pile up
2. Moving to a new address and want to forward your mail
3. Taking a break from receiving mail for a while

Here are the steps to place a hold on your mail:

Online Hold

1. Go to the United States Postal Service (USPS) website at usps.com.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
3. Sign in to your USPS account or create one if you don't have one.
4. Enter your name, address, and the dates you want to hold your mail.
5. Choose the type of hold you want: "Hold Mail" or "Forward Mail".
6. Confirm your request.

Phone Hold

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
2. Tell the representative you want to place a hold on your mail.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you want to hold your mail.
4. Choose the type of hold you want: "Hold Mail" or "Forward Mail".
5. Confirm your request.

In-Person Hold

1. Visit your local post office.
2. Let the postal clerk know you want to place a hold on your mail.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you want to hold your mail.
4. Choose the type of hold you want: "Hold Mail" or "Forward Mail".
5. Confirm your request.

Hold Mail Options

• Hold Mail: Your mail will be held at the post office for the specified dates. You can pick it up at the post office during business hours.
• Forward Mail: Your mail will be forwarded to a new address for the specified dates. You'll need to provide the new address and a forwarding period.

Remember to cancel your hold when you're ready to receive your mail again.