1-800-ASK-USPS: The Postal Service’s Interactive Voice Response System

The Postal Service’s customer care phone number, 1-800-ASK-USPS, is one of the primary channels for customers to connect with the Postal Service. When customers call 1-800-ASK-USPS, their call is initially handled by an Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system. Using voice commands or keypad inputs, customers can navigate the IVR system to get information or complete tasks, such as finding the location and hours of post offices or tracking a package. Survey results suggest that customer experiences with the Postal Service’s IVR system are improving. Between FY 2019 and FY 2020, customers reported improved satisfaction with the IVR experience and more customers reported their inquiry was resolved. However, opportunities exist for continued improvement. In FY 2020, roughly one-quarter of IVR survey respondents were very dissatisfied with their IVR experience.