Do UPS Couriers Leave Deliveries When You're Not Home?

Learn when UPS leaves packages at your doorstep and when a signature is required. Understand UPS delivery policies for missed deliveries.

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Yes, UPS typically leaves deliveries at your doorstep if you're not home to receive them, especially if it's a small package or if you've previously authorized them to do so for all deliveries. For larger or more expensive items, or when specifically requested by the sender, they might require a signature or decide to leave a notice instead, informing you of alternative delivery or pickup options.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Does UPS leave packages if no one is home? Yes, UPS typically leaves packages at your doorstep if no one is home, especially for smaller items or unless a signature is required.
  2. When does UPS require a signature for deliveries? UPS requires a signature for larger, more expensive packages or when the sender requests it to ensure secure delivery.
  3. What happens if UPS doesn't leave my package? If UPS can't leave your package, they leave a delivery notice with options for pickup or rescheduling the delivery.

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