Step-by-Step Guide: How to Set Up Informed Delivery for Your Mailing

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Set Up Informed Delivery for Your Mailing

Have you ever wondered about the status of your package after sending it for delivery? Wouldn’t it be great to be informed about the delivery status of your package beforehand? Informed delivery service is designed to give you a preview of your incoming mail items and packages’ delivery status.

If you haven’t set up Informed Delivery for your mailing yet, this guide will walk you through the process step-by-step.

Step 1: Create a USPS Account

The first step to set up Informed Delivery is to create a USPS account. Go to the USPS official website and click on the “Sign In / Register” button in the upper right-hand corner.

If you are a new user, click on the “Sign Up” button and enter your personal information, such as name, address, and phone number, to create an account.

Step 2: Verify Your Identity

After creating a USPS account, the next step is to verify your identity. This is done to ensure the security of your account and protect your personal information.

USPS gives three options to verify your identity: mobile phone verification, credit card verification, or Informed Delivery® Informed Visibility (IDIV) verification. You can choose the option that is suitable for you.

Step 3: Check the Availability of Informed Delivery Service in Your Location

Once you have verified your identity, check if the Informed Delivery service is available in your location. Not all ZIP codes have access to this service. If it’s not available, you won’t be able to sign up for the service.

Step 4: Enroll in Informed Delivery

If Informed Delivery is available in your location, enroll in the service. Log in to your USPS account, go to the “Informed Delivery” option under the “My Preferences” tab, and follow the prompts to enroll.

Once you enroll, you will receive an email confirming your enrollment. You will start receiving a daily email with images of your mail items and packages that are on their way to you.

Step 5: Set Up Notifications

Informed Delivery also offers notification options for your incoming packages and mail items. You can choose to get notified via email, text, or both. To set up notifications, click on the “Notifications” option under the “My Preferences” tab and follow the prompts.

Conclusion

Informed Delivery by USPS is a free and convenient service designed to provide peace of mind to the customers by giving them access to the delivery status of mail items and packages. By following the simple steps outlined above, you can easily set up Informed Delivery and enjoy the benefits of this service. Sign up today and get ahead of the curve!