Survey: Up to $74 Billion in Packages May Be Vulnerable to Porch Pirates This Year

Here’s what to know to avoid setbacks and ensure you receive all your holiday packages this year.

Consumers' budgets for the shopping season predictably vary by household income, according to our CNET Money survey.

Our survey found that Americans will be out and about this holiday season.

Package theft can create headaches and spoil a gift-giving experience.

Fortunately, you have several options for reliably protecting your recent purchases.

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First, communicate with the retailer about a replacement.

“The problem is that insurance comes with a deductible.

If you’re filing a claim, you’ll also need to file a police report.

Local precincts vary widely in their non-emergency reporting processes, but clear online information is available for most.

Methodology: CNET commissioned YouGov PLC to conduct the survey.

All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov PLC.

The total sample size was 2,386 adults.

Fieldwork was undertaken Oct. 20-24, 2023.

The survey was carried out online.

The figures have been weighted and are representative of all US adults (aged 18+).