What is an indirect signature?

An indirect signature is a delivery confirmation method used by shipping carriers to verify that a package has been received by someone at the designated address. Instead of physically signing for the package, the recipient may provide verbal confirmation, indicate their consent electronically, or provide some other form of acknowledgment.

Indirect signatures are commonly used for packages that do not require the recipient's actual signature, such as those with a lower value or less sensitive contents. This method helps to streamline the delivery process and reduce the amount of time spent waiting for a signature.

Some shipping carriers may require the recipient to be present at the time of delivery to provide an indirect signature, while others may leave the package at the door or with a neighbor if no one is available to receive it.

It is important to note that, while an indirect signature may provide some level of confirmation that a package was received, it is not as secure as obtaining a physical signature. Customers should consider the value and sensitivity of the contents of their packages when choosing a delivery confirmation method.