Helpful Tips To Avoid Getting Your Packages Stolen During The Holidays

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Holiday shopping has commenced!

As you're online shopping and awaiting your packages this holiday season, here are a few tips to avoid getting your packages stolen:

  • Schedule your packages to arrive when you're home
  • Ask a neighbor, workplace, or someone close where someone can receive them in-[erson
  • Use an Amazon locker
  • Talk to your neighbors and look out for each other's packages
  • Ask the shipping company to hold your packages for pick-up at a facility
  • Track your deliveries online
  • Request a signature confirmation
  • Insure your packages, especially valuable items
  • Provide delivery instructions (places to hide packages, etc)

Stay alert and happy holidays!

List courtesy of KRON 4 & the Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety.


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