The UPS Store Randolph will be offering “Free Shredding Mondays” where customers can shred their documents for no charge. They are located behind the Randolph Diner at 517 Rt 10 E in Randolph.

“Securely destroying documents is a critical step in preventing identity theft,” said The UPS Store franchisee Nate Penn. “Recognizing that there is a need for this type of service, we added a secure shredding container at our location. Customers can drop their sensitive documents into the container and our secured shredding service provider Iron Mountain will pick up these documents and shred them at its secure shredding facility or in our parking lot using one of its patented mobile shredding trucks.”

The Federal Trade Commission encourages consumers to shred charge receipts, copies of credit applications, insurance forms, physician statements, checks and bank statements, expired charge cards that you’re discarding, and credit offers you get in the mail.

Another potential way identity thieves steal information is by stealing unsecured mail right out of consumers’ mailboxes. Keeping mail in a secure place can help consumers prevent identity thieves from getting their hands on personal information. To help customers do this, The UPS Store offers secure mailbox services, which include a real street address, package and mail receiving from all carriers, 24-hour mailbox access, and text and email notification when they have mail or packages to save them from unnecessary trips.

For additional information on consumer protection against identity theft and fraud, visit www.ftc.gov.

In addition to domestic and international shipping, The UPS Store offers full-service packaging; digital and online printing; black-and-white and color copies; document finishing (binding, laminating, etc.); printing services (business cards, letterhead, rubber stamps, etc.); notary; custom crating and shipping for large items (furniture, artwork, motorcycles, etc.); mailbox and postal services; office and packaging supplies; and more.

The UPS Store is located at 517 Rt10E and is open 7 days a week. The hours are Mon-Fri: 8am-6:30pm, Sat 9am-5pm, and Sun 10am-3pm.  For additional information visit https://locations.theupsstore.com/nj/randolph/517-rt-10-e/ or call 973-891-1199.