Plan for secure package delivery before you move so your shipments do not go missing at your new address.

Start by setting up United States Postal Service Informed Delivery to see incoming mail images and track expected packages; sign up at least two weeks before moving and verify your new address to get daily email previews and tracking numbers you can forward to carriers. Create accounts with major retailers and carriers and update your shipping address there first because many packages go missing due to orders sent to the old address; change the address in your account settings and confirm with order confirmations. Use delivery lockers such as Amazon Hub or private parcel lockers at your new building so packages do not sit on the porch; reserve a locker when possible and choose it at checkout or have carriers redirect deliveries. For higher value items request signature required delivery and provide a specific delivery window or arrange for delivery to a neighbor who will be home; most carriers will hold packages at a local facility for pickup if you call ahead. Consider installing a parcel box or a smart lock system that allows one-time access codes for couriers and make sure the box is bolted down and weatherproof; select a size appropriate for your typical shipments. Finally, notify frequent shippers like subscription services and family members of your move date and new address at least one week before moving so they can schedule shipments to coincide with your arrival.

A common mistake is assuming the carrier automatically updates your address which leads to shipments sent to the previous property; avoid this by proactively updating accounts and confirming address changes with senders. Another issue is leaving packages unattended on day one at a new house which increases theft risk; solve this by using lockers, signature-required delivery, or asking a neighbor to accept items for the first week. People often forget to set up electronic notifications which prevents timely interception of misdelivered packages; fix this by enabling text or email alerts through carrier websites and checking United States Postal Service Informed Delivery daily.

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