“℅” also lets the caretaker know that the mail isn’t for them, even if it has their address on it, and they shouldn’t open it themselves.

If you want to be sure the address is legible, type and print it onto a printable address label.

John Smith ℅ wikiHow In the above example, John Smith is the intended recipient, and wikiHow is the caretaker. This means the letter will come to the wikiHow office first, where John works, and someone at the office will then deliver the letter to John.

John Smith ℅ wikiHow 123 Technology Way Los Angeles, CA 90001

In the United States, thin envelopes of up to 8. 5 by 11 inches (220 mm × 280 mm) can be mailed for $0. 60, or with a single Forever Stamp. [7] X Research source

Maya Robinson ℅ Rose Hospital 495 Wellness Way Frankfort, KY 40003

It’s polite to also invite the caretaker of the letter, so that they don’t feel left out or overlooked. [Friend’s Name] ℅ [Person who knows friend’s address] 7703 Acquaintance Road Augusta, ME 04538

Finn O’Lear ℅ Sunnyside Inn 8056 Magnolia St. Helena, MT 45678

[Your Name] ℅ [Your Attorney’s Name] 901 Evergreen Lane Salt Lake City, UT 84044