Traveling Mailbox is a popular email service that offers Virtual Mailbox to all interested parties. In this material I have gathered basic information about this company, sorted out the tariff plans and reviews from real users. As the name suggests, originally, this service was focused on travelers, but now there are offers for any needs.
Features
The company offers a standard set of services for its customers:
- scanning mail content (optional);
- forwarding of letters and parcels;
- storage of scans (no space limits);
- immediate notifications
- integration with Google Drive, Dropbox and a number of other services;
- mail management in your personal account;
- providing a street address;
- receiving parcels from all types of courier services;
- destruction of correspondence.
If you have any questions, there is a 24-hour chat room with technical support. You can use the phone or email to contact a specialist.
Advantages and disadvantages
If you analyze the strengths and weaknesses of Traveling Mailbox, it is one of the best companies on the market (in terms of value for money).
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
| Disposal or mail shredding is free of charge | The software from Traveling Mailbox is chargeable |
| Real physical address is provided | Advanced plans have higher pricing than similar offerings from competitors |
| Extensive integration options, specialized software for easy operation | |
| Good value for money (especially for private individuals with low demands) | |
| Allows sending and receiving faxes | |
| Proprietary mobile application for Android and iOS | |
| There is a system of discounts on delivery |
It should be said separately that the service offers favorable conditions for sending letters and parcels from the U.S. to other countries. When I read the reviews, I noted that the advantages are significant, and the disadvantages noted cannot be considered a serious problem. For example, there are virtually no complaints about lost mail or missing notifications among the hundreds of reviews.
Rate plans
The service offers a variety of service conditions, which can be chosen even at the initial stage of registration. It is possible to change the tariff plan at any time by switching to a more or less advanced one. Another option is to connect the necessary options. During the first month you can cancel the subscription, then the money will be refunded in full.
The following tariffs are available:
1. basic. Ideal option for beginners or those who do not expect large volumes of incoming mail. Includes 40 incoming mails and 35 scans monthly, up to three recipients allowed.
2. Advanced. Suitable for advanced users who need up to 100 emails per month and 80 scans. You can add up to 5 recipients to your account.
3. For small businesses. Recommended for those running their own business or a large household. Offer includes 200 inbound envelopes and 180 scans per month. You can add up to 10 users.
Traveling Mailbox service cooperates with medium and large organizations. For such customers there are special rates as well as the possibility to choose an individual plan.
FAQ
Is check deposit available?
Yes, for every plan, but there is an additional fee and postage costs.
What documents do I need to open a virtual mailbox?
USPS Form 1583.
What is the USPS Form 1583?
It is a special document from the U.S. Postal Service that gives permission for various services to receive customer mail. The form does not need to be certified.
Can I send all scans of the mail I receive to an email?
Yes, you can specify that in the settings.
What to do with spam in emails, do I have to pay for it?
No, the service handles it for free and does not count it in the receipt counter.
Can the Traveling Mailbox service sign the mail on behalf of the client?
Yes, such permission is granted at the conclusion of the contract.