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Author: Jenna Vasquez

LAST UPDATED: March 13th, 2022

iPostal1's digital mailbox technology enables postal mail centers to give businesses and consumers a way to view and manage their mail and packages remotely from anywhere using their phone or computer. 

Launched in 2015, iPostal1 provides users with various digital mailbox features and access to over 2,000 locations for their mail.

iPostal1 makes managing your mail extremely convenient with the following digital mailbox services:

  • Forward your mail and packages to any address
  • Request a scan of mail content
  • Recycle and shred unwanted mail
  • Deposit a check by mail
  • Add phone and fax numbers to your digital mailbox
  • Schedule a pickup

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The Good

  • 2,000+ U.S. and International Digital Mailbox Locations
  • Digital Mailbox Features
  • Affordable Plans
  • Manage Mail from Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer
  • Security

2,000+ U.S. and International Digital Mailbox Locations

iPostal1 has Digital Mailbox locations in all 50 states and abroad. 

There are over 2,000 U.S. and International Digital Mailbox locations and if that's not enough, new locations are being added every week. 

Digital Mailbox Features

iPostal1's various mailbox features are designed to meet the needs of its diverse customer base, whether a professional mailing address for business purposes, a safe place to receive mail and packages during travel, or the ability to preview postal mail remotely from anywhere. 

All of iPostal1's plans include the following features at no additional cost:

  • Real U.S. street address
  • Personal digital mailbox
  • Free app for Android and iPhone
  • 24/7 digital access to all mail items
  • 2 GB secure cloud storage
  • Flexible shipment scheduling
  • Your choice of carriers, ship dates, and service level
  • Shipping to unlimited addresses

This is not a complete list of everything iPostal1 offers with its plans. If you are interested in learning more, we recommend visiting the company's website for the entire list of features. 

Affordable Plans

iPostal1 offers four plan options: Green, Blue, Silver, and Gold

Green Blue Silver Gold
$9.99 per month $14.99 per month $24.99 per month $39.99 per month
30 mail items per month 60 mail items per month 120 mail items per month 240 mail items per month

 

All plans at all locations offer the same basic set of features, making it easy to select the right plan based on how much mail you receive. Plus, there are no contract or sign-up fees. 

If you're interested, iPostal1 allows customers to purchase an annual plan. While the yearly plans may seem like a lot of money upfront, they actually will end up saving you money. Listed below are the initial prices for the annual plans.

Green Blue Silver Gold
$99 per year $149 per year $249 per year $399 per year

 

Keep in mind that the plan pricing does vary by Standard, Select, Premium, or Prestige mailbox locations. That being said, iPostal1 is one of the most affordable virtual mailbox companies, as USPS P.O. boxes can cost twice as much as an iPostal digital mailbox.  

Security

According to iPostal1's website, "All mail is kept secure and confidential." iPostal1 will only open your letter mail if you specifically request the company to scan the contents. 

Similarly, iPostal1 will only open a package if you request a picture of the package content or to ensure compliance with international shipping regulations.

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The Bad

  • Subscription Does Not Cover Optional Services
  • Customers Need to Complete and Notarize USPS Form 1583

Subscription Does Not Cover Optional Services

iPostal1 lists several optional services, such as scanning, shredding, and forwarding, on its Pricing pages. Depending on the location, iPostal1 may also charge you a small fee to pick up your mail. You do get 30 days of free storage for all mail and smaller packages, but storage charges apply after that.

These services are not bundled into the subscription to keep the monthly mailbox price as low as possible.

Fortunately, iPostal1 includes all the optional services (and how much they cost) on its Pricing page. 

Customers Need to Complete and Notarize USPS Form 1583

The United States Postal Service (USPS) requires Form 1583 to verify the postal mailbox renter's identity and authorize the mailing address location, a Commercial Mail Receiving Agency (CMRA) to receive mail on behalf of the postal mailbox renter. 

A CMRA needs to have a properly signed and notarized Form 1583 and two forms of ID to give you access to or request tasks for your mail.

You cannot access or pick up your mail until the form is submitted and approved.

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The Bottom Line

iPostal1 offers more locations and more features than any other digital mailbox service, with consistent plans and pricing across the entire iPostal network of locations.

With more than 2,000 professionally staffed locations across the world, and a free app and website available 24/7, customers can view and manage their mail any time, anywhere, as soon as it's received. They can even manage mail received at multiple locations, all in one place, choosing whether to forward, scan, recycle, shred, or store their mail.

The least expensive iPostal1 plan starts at $9.99 per month for up to 30 pieces of mail. This is less expensive than what many of iPostal1's competitors charge for even fewer pieces of mail. And iPostal1 customers can save even more by paying for a year of services in advance. 

iPostal1's location offerings, low price, and mail management options make it an excellent choice for most people.

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Carla Lewis Walled Lake, MI

I appreciate the service allowing me to have a business mailing address that is distinct from my home. The benefit of it being monitored on my behalf is a lovely convenience. At the same time, I choose to not worry about the occasional Google inquiry that indicates I work out of the back of a Staples location.

4 years ago

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ROCHELLE SMITH Oklahoma City, OK

Being able to use the virtue business address was amazing. It helped me to establish an additional business without having to wait to find an actual location. Picking up mail and packages has been quick and easy. Awesome idea.

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rebecca n rick Nampa, ID

We are traveling medical staff, we move every 8,10,13 weeks. was having a friend ship me my mail and now i signed up for the digital mailbox and works great for the shipping and i am notified rt away when something comes in. i then go to app and have them send me my mail to where ever i am currently staying

4 years ago Edited December 1, 2021

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Reply from iPostal1

Hi Rebecca,

Thanks for your review. We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying the service and that it is working well for your needs.

Traveling medical workers play a critical role in delivering health care, especially in the past two years. We salute you and your colleagues for the work you do.

Thank you for being our valued customer.

Sincerely,
iPostal1

Dec. 1st, 2021

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Paul Susi Saugerties, NY

So far, iPostal1 has lived up to its publicity. The sign-up process was a bit tedious (having to get the USPS form notarized when you are on vacation was a bother) but I get notified as soon as mail arrives and can see what it is via the app. Pick up is a breeze - and it's a big plus that you can receive packages.

5 years ago

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Lorraine Mouton Roanoke, TX

Everything has been great! The response time is exceptional and they also transferred my mail to my home address when I was out of town and unable to pick it up! Best part is it got their within the next day or two. Awesome company!

5 years ago

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Thank you for your review Lorraine and happy we're meeting your expectations.

Jun. 8th, 2021

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Blaine Peacock Mercer Island, WA

Better than I expected. Staff members are really well trained and understand good customer service. Easy parking to pick up stuff. Preview emails are fantastic. Very well priced for this service.

4 years ago

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Kimistry Howard Chicago, IL

I am able to keep things simple and clutter free. I really enjoy the convenience of having a different mailing address for business purposes.

5 years ago

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Reply from iPostal1

Hi Kimistry,

Thank you for your review. Good luck with your business,

Best regards,
iPostal1

Apr. 7th, 2021

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Lauretha Ward Ypsilanti, MI

I'm notified immediately when the mail comes in for me. I just wish the mailbox pickup was closer to my home.

4 years ago

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Len Ross Ann Arbor, MI

Reliable, easy to work with. I like that they send scans of your mail. You decide what to do with the hard copy

5 years ago

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Robyn Zephirin Homestead, FL

Awesome company! They respond to my request and concerns fast! Easy to work with.

4 years ago

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CatchQ TV Lafayette, LA

Easy access & the service is great. My location is less than 5 miles from my home.

5 years ago

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antoinette 81 Chicago, IL

Works as expected in allowing me to have an office address for cheap

4 years ago

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Team Kreative Kreations LLC Brooklyn, NY

The staff was very polite and helpful with my first in person experience.

4 years ago

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Miles Jefferson Beaumont, CA

Great location of mail and had the best customer service provided help to me.

4 years ago

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Kay Trejo Woodland Hills, CA

My experience has been pleasant. Appreciate the ease of everything.

5 years ago

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Reply from iPostal1

Thanks Kay for your review. We are glad you have had a great experience.

Aug. 10th, 2021

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Kierra Young Decatur, GA

So far I have no complaints. I love the flexibility and the convenience.

5 years ago

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Reply from iPostal1

Thanks for your review Kierra and thank you for being our customer.

Jun. 8th, 2021

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Mark Perloe Atlanta, GA

This was a simple way to receive my mail when on the road.

4 years ago

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Rev. Jocelyn Lamb WA

This is a great service and everyone is so friendly!

4 years ago

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Lee Cape Town, WC

Easy to use, so far so good after 3 months.

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Adrian Silver Lovell, ME

Excellent people, great service to have.

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roniel sylvester Mansfield, TX

The lady was very polite and attentive. Thank You

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Willard McCusker Rock Springs, WY

Fast and efficient and a very good service

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TVLampsforless Orange County Fullerton, CA

Easy to setup, essential for a business mailing address.

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Produceprogress Chicago, IL

Great customer service thanks for good service

5 years ago