Suspend mail service while on vacation

A well-deserved break! Suspending mail service while on vacation is a great way to reduce clutter and minimize the risk of mail theft or damage. Here's how to do it:

USPS (United States Postal Service)

1. Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and sign in to your account.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail Services" tab.
3. Enter your address and the dates you'd like to suspend mail service (e.g., "June 15th to July 15th").
4. Confirm your request and print the confirmation page.

Other Mail Services

If you use a private mail service or a mailbox rental service, you may need to contact them directly to suspend mail service. Here are some popular options:

1. Mailboxes Etc.: Visit their website (mailboxesetc.com) and sign in to your account. Click on "Hold Mail" and follow the prompts.
2. The UPS Store: Visit their website (theupsstore.com) and sign in to your account. Click on "Hold Mail" and follow the prompts.
3. FedEx: Visit their website (fedex.com) and sign in to your account. Click on "Hold Mail" and follow the prompts.

Tips

• Make sure to set up mail forwarding or have a trusted friend or family member collect your mail if you need to receive important documents or packages while you're away.
• Consider setting up a vacation hold with your bank and credit card companies to prevent any suspicious activity on your accounts.
• If you have a PO box, you may need to contact the post office directly to suspend mail service.

Enjoy your vacation!