Address Change Service, also called ACS, automated processing provides change-of-address information to participating mailers who maintain computerized mailing lists. While the National Change of Address System, also called NCOA, is ideally used for lists that have not been updated in a long time, ACS has been designed to keep lists up to date throughout ongoing mailings once they have been put back on track.

Change Of Address Service Saves You Money!

The USPS Address Change Service sends you new addresses on electronic media, or through the secure USPS ACS Web page. This eliminates the cost of manually-returned mailing pieces. Each physically returned piece of mail costs you $0.75, or more. The returned mail also costs you valuable time, plus the additional expense and errors associated with manual address changes.

Remember! Return costs are only part of the manual return system. You'll pay much more for data entry personnel to make necessary address corrections. by . The really good news is - the US Postal Service charge for electronic processing address changes is only $0.20 for each new address.

We specialize in USPS Address Change Service processing. Call 503-684-4593 for immediate service, or send an email Yes, I need some help with ACS.

The Change Of Address Service Process Ensures Accurate Mailing

Mailers participating in the ACS program must print an identifying code on their mailing labels to tell the USPS who should receive the change information (e.g. “#BYNXNDS”). They must also print an ancillary service endorsement (e.g. “Change Service Requested”) on the mailing piece. You must also configure their address records to the Address Change Service format.

When To Use ACS or National Change of Address System

ACS processing is similar to National Change of Address System. They both use information from the same USPS National Database. Address Change Service designed to maintain current address quality on an ongoing basis. NCOA, however, should be used to process lists outdated lists, or lists mailed less than 3 times per year. ACS is more expensive than NCOA, too.

Do you mail to your list(s) more than three times a year? If you do - Address Change Service processing is by far the most cost-effective program for your business. ACS processing prevents excessive costs related to re-mailing in large numbers. Go to our -  Re-Mailing and how it increases your mailing list costs - page.

Northwest Database Services specializes in Business Management for ACS accounts. We have over 15 years experience working with the USPS Information Center. Contact us at 503-684-4593 for immediate service, or
Send an email to Yes, I need some help with ACS.