From December 2, 2022 post.
This week Cyber Monday kicked off the online shopping season. We want to stress the importance of protecting yourself from a crime epidemic sweeping the nation called “Package Theft” or “Porch Piracy”.
• An estimated 43% of online shoppers in the US have reported a missing or stolen package.
• Last year packages worth approximately $9 billion were stolen or went missing.
Here are some ways you can protect yourself from package theft:
1.) Have packages delivered to your workplace or office
If work deliveries are not possible, consider shipping to a neighbor or family member you know will be home to receive the delivery.
2.) Require signature on delivery
If you’re not home the package will be available for you to pick up at the delivery service’s facility.
3.) Use Amazon or UPS counter pickup
4.) Sign up for alerts
When you place an order, sign up for alerts and know when your package arrives and ask a neighbor or friend to pick it up for you.
5.) Pick up packages in person
Fed-Ex, UPS, Amazon and DHL offer the option of pickup at their shipping facilities.
6.) Utilize smart technology
Ring or Google Nest smart video doorbells can aid law enforcement in arresting package thieves. Other smart technology like Amazon Key allow delivery drivers to place a package inside your home, garage or even vehicle trunks, providing you have installed smart locks that are compatible with Amazon Key.
Original source can be found here.
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