USPS's new policy requires ID verification

By: Doc Louallen
USA Today

..... The United States Postal Service has implemented a new address verification policy, which can be done Online, in person at a retail office, or by mail.
..... The new policy requires customers to verify their identity before submitting a "change of address" request for packages.
..... According to the USPS website, the changes described were made sometime in August. [2023] James McKean, a senior public relations representative, stated in an interview with FOX Business that if a customer fails to present proper identification or activate the received code at a retail location, their change of address will not be processed.
..... "There are three ways to initiate a change of address request; Online, visiting a local retail office, or submitting the request by mail," McKean reiterated to FOX Business.
..... This policy aims to prevent fraudulent request made in your name Online.
..... Now, that process is more involved. You must follow the necessary steps. Once complete, you'll receive an email containing a QR code. You will then need to bring your ID and the code in person to your local post office to update your address.
..... To stay informed on any disruptions in services provided by the United States Postal Service, you can visit the designated service alerts page on their website. To track your packages you can use the tracking number provided to you and access the USPS tracking system.
..... Scammers sue fake tracking IDs, like "us9514961195221", to direct you to a fake USPS website where you're asked to update your address. The website looks official but is designed to trick you.

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