USPS Address Verification Or Third-Party Tools?
When you send packages to customers, you need them to reach their intended recipients at the correct address. Otherwise, you risk lost or returned mail and disappointed customers. Using USPS address verification helps you minimize delivery mishaps and improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. USPS Maintains an Extensive Database of addresses Across the Country The USPS database contains millions of standardized address records. This allows CASS certified software to verify that required elements are present, spelled correctly, and formatted properly for postage. In addition, it flags if an address is a rural route, general delivery, or a highway contract carrier. However, the USPS database doesn’t include some essential details that are relevant for e-commerce and shipping. For example, it doesn’t recognize apartments and condos, or distinguish between unit and suite numbers. It also doesn’t verify addresses that are imaginary or nonexistent, such as cemeteries, basebal...