You cannot remove the parcel locker key yourself; it is designed to remain in the lock after you retrieve your package.
The key is secured by a key capture system to prevent unauthorized access to the locker and ensure the key remains available for the next delivery or pickup. Only a USPS mail carrier has the master key needed to remove the key from the parcel locker after you've opened it and retrieved your package. This system ensures that only you (using the provided key) and the mail carrier have access to the contents.
Here's a breakdown of why and how it works:
- Security: The key capture mechanism prevents the key from being accidentally or intentionally removed by anyone other than the postal carrier. This helps to protect your package and the security of the locker system.
- Functionality: After you've unlocked the locker and taken your parcel, the key remains locked in place.
- USPS Access Only: The USPS mail carrier uses a master key to remove the individual locker key, resetting the locker for the next delivery.
In summary, the key stays in the lock after you open the parcel locker as part of its security design. Only the postal carrier can remove it.
