Placing hold on mail
Placing a hold on your mail, also known as mail hold or mail suspension, is a service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that allows you to temporarily stop mail delivery to your address. Here's how it works:
Why would you want to place a hold on your mail?
There are several reasons why you might want to place a hold on your mail:
- Vacation or travel: If you're going to be away from your home for an extended period, you can place a hold on your mail to prevent it from accumulating and potentially being stolen or damaged.
- Moving: If you're moving to a new address, you can place a hold on your mail to ensure that it's not delivered to your old address.
- Home renovation: If you're having work done on your home, you might want to place a hold on your mail to prevent it from being delivered to a construction site or a temporary address.
- Security: If you're concerned about mail theft or identity theft, placing a hold on your mail can help prevent unauthorized access to your mail.
How to place a hold on your mail
To place a hold on your mail, you can follow these steps:
- Visit the USPS website: Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Shipping" tab.
- Sign in: Sign in to your USPS account or create a new one if you don't have one.
- Enter your address: Enter your address and the dates you want to place the hold on your mail.
- Choose your hold options: You can choose to hold your mail for a specific number of days or until a specific date.
- Confirm: Review and confirm your hold request.
What happens when you place a hold on your mail
When you place a hold on your mail, the USPS will:
- Stop delivering mail: Mail delivery will be suspended to your address for the specified period.
- Hold your mail: Your mail will be held at your local post office or a designated mail facility.
- Notify you: You'll receive a confirmation email or letter from the USPS when your hold is placed.
- Release your mail: When the hold period ends, your mail will be released and delivered to your address.
Tips and reminders
- You can place a hold on your mail up to 30 days in advance.
- You can also place a hold on your mail online or by visiting your local post office.
- If you're placing a hold on your mail due to a move, be sure to update your address with the USPS and other relevant parties.
- If you're experiencing issues with your mail delivery, you can contact the USPS customer service at 1-800-275-8777.