USPS delivery changes in 2026 (observation)
Summary: The discussion, led by ypdc_dennis, revolves around observed changes to USPS delivery services in 2026. Both john_koenig99 and reallynicestamps contributed, but their responses were not publicly visible, leaving the specifics of their observations or comments unclear.
This is from a January 30 newsletter (Robrt's Anime Corner Store):
"Last week I talked about how USPS is changing their first scan policy -- not scanning accepted parcels until they get to the first sort center. I wanted to mention that we've also noticed another US Postal trend where a parcel may get scanned as 'delivered' the day before it actually goes out for delivery. I think some of these are mis-scans, and some of these are carriers trying to economize their route time by not having to actually scan each parcel when it's delivered. ... 70% of the time these parcels end up being delivered the next day."
reallynicestamps
·8 months agoAll the more reason to respond immediately to any Claim with the tracking number.
You may also want to Message the complaining buyer with polite, professional, and soothing words, including once again that tracking number.
You want to show that you are actively cooperating.
And if it gets as far as the Claim, also immediately send the Return Shipping. You can send USPS labels from Canada through Shippo.
Active cooperation.
Soothing professional messages.
Then.
No refund without return.
No refund until you have your product back in your hands.
john_koenig99
·8 months agoImagine the mess for the seller...Marking the shipment as "Delivered" the day before actually getting into the hands of the buyer. Then something happens and it never gets to the destination.