{"id":2734,"date":"2020-09-22T05:59:46","date_gmt":"2020-09-22T12:59:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/?p=2734"},"modified":"2023-04-26T05:23:05","modified_gmt":"2023-04-26T12:23:05","slug":"reasons-you-should-rent-po-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.postscanmail.com\/blog\/reasons-you-should-rent-po-box.html","title":{"rendered":"Reasons You Should Rent a PO Box?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

A PO box is a perfect option if you have the basic need for a mailbox that will ease your mailing affairs, protect your privacy and provide you with an address you’ll use for mailing address purposes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is also a secure way to receive postal mail and packages that aren’t limited to your residential or business address. So whether you’re an individual, a business owner, or live in a remote location, a PO box has a lot to offer you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Before we look at the benefits of a PO box,<\/a> let’s look at what a PO box is, its different sizes and prices, how to rent one, and the better alternative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a PO Box?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A Postal box, also known as a Post office or PO box, \u00a0is a rented lockable mailbox at the post office.<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditionally, PO boxes are used to receive mail when you reside in areas where mail isn’t delivered directly to your homes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are over 30,0000 post offices in the United States. Many people rent PO boxes because they live in remote areas where mail isn’t delivered, travel a lot, or want privacy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Another reason why people rent PO boxes is that they’re running a home-based business, and they don’t want to be receiving mail and packages at their residential address for security reasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can rent a PO box for 3, 6, or 12 months. You’ll be given access to the box 24\/7. There’s also a wide range of options in the size you choose to rent; the XS size accommodates a small number of letters to the XL size is spacious enough for packages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How do PO Boxes work? <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Renting a Post office box is a simple and quick process that can be done online or in the post office in three easy steps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You’ll need to verify your identity using a Photo ID and put your residential address in the second form for both cases.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step #1: Pick your Post Office:<\/h3>\n

First, you need to pick a post office. Then, you’ll rent a PO box in. After that, you can easily check the <\/span>USPS website<\/span><\/a> and search your address or zip code to find the nearest post office from your location.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure you choose a Post office near your home or workplace so that you can regularly stop by and check if you’ve new mails. You check your PO box at least once a week so that mail doesn’t pile up.<\/span><\/p>\n