Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Informed Delivery Mobile app gets a boost
The new features include notifications, package management and a dark mode
The Postal Service has recently added new features to its USPS Informed Delivery Mobile app.
Informed Delivery is a free feature that allows customers to preview their incoming letter-size mail and manage their package deliveries. In addition to the app, customers can access Informed Delivery notifications from their email and on informeddelivery.usps.com.
The app’s new features include:
• An option for notifications about mail delivery, package updates and other messages to appear on a customer’s mobile device;
• Package management, including seeing USPS Smart Locker packages, editing delivery instructions and redelivery scheduling;
• Ability to update Informed Delivery settings and preferences;
• An option to switch between addresses and accounts; and
• A dark-viewing mode.
The app was released in 2025 and is available in the Apple and Google Play stores.
The USPS Informed Delivery Mobile app page on usps.com has more information.
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Pause before scanning that QR code
Scammers use quishing attacks to try to steal information
The Postal Service is reminding employees and contractors to take precautions before scanning QR codes with USPS-issued mobile devices.
QR codes can provide quick access to information, but they can also be a tool for cybercriminals.
In cyberattacks known as “quishing,” scammers use fake QR codes to trick people into visiting fraudulent websites or downloading malicious software to steal sensitive information, money or personal identities.
These best practices will help protect Postal Service devices from quishing attacks:
• Scan QR codes from trusted sources only.
• Preview the website address before opening any links, if possible.
• Avoid sharing USPS credentials if a login screen or password prompt appears.
• Look for stickers or labels that might have been placed over legitimate codes.
• Report suspicious QR codes or websites.
The CyberSafe at USPS Blue and LiteBlue pages have additional tips and guidance on avoiding cybersecurity scams.
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS leadership announcements
The Postal Service recently made the following managerial and supervisory announcements:
• Philadelphia Postmaster Christina M. Balliro was named Delaware-Pennsylvania 2 District’s acting manager.
• Timothy N. Brust was named labor relations policies and programs director. He previously served as Central Area’s acting labor relations director.
• Ashley S. Holmes Mullenix, field liaison communications team lead, was named communications content and strategy manager.
• Fernando Mello, retail technology programs manager, was named retail technology modernization in applied engineering acting director.
• Post Office Operations Manager Kourosh A. Najimi was named Philadelphia Post Office’s acting officer in charge.
• Kison E. Shin, retail technology modernization manager, was named delivery and retail modernization in applied engineering acting senior director.
• Michael J. Taylor, strategic initiative project manager, was named logistics policy and standardization acting director.
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PMG remarks to Board of Governors available
The Postal Service has released Postmaster General David Steiner’s remarks at the USPS Board of Governors’ Aug. 7 meeting.
The topics include service performance, the Postal Service’s financial quarterly financial results, and legislative proposals to address challenges facing the organization. The message is available on the USPS Newsroom website.
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Informed Delivery Mobile app gets a boost
The new features include notifications, package management and a dark mode
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Pause before scanning that QR code
Scammers use quishing attacks to try to steal information
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Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS leadership announcements
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PMG remarks to Board of Governors available