Postaláda

Postaláda is the Hungarian term for a mailbox, a device used to receive mail at a residence, business, or organization. It can be a wall‑mounted box built into a door or wall, a freestanding unit placed outside a building, or a shared unit in an apartment building. The primary function is to provide a secure and weatherproof receptacle where letters and small parcels can be deposited by the postal service or visitors.

Most postaládák have a mail slot or opening on the front or top and a secure compartment behind a door or panel that the owner can access with a key or combination. They are typically designed to be weather resistant and durable, made from metal or weatherproof plastic. Some models include compartments for sorting mail or for outgoing items, while others are simple, single‑compartment boxes.

In terms of installation, residential postaládák are usually mounted at a convenient height near the entrance for easy access by residents and postal workers. In multi‑unit buildings, a central or shared postaládasystem is common, with individual compartments assigned to tenants. Regular maintenance involves keeping the lock functional, clearing any debris, and ensuring the unit remains weatherproof.

A postaláda is distinct from a P.O. box or other centralized postal facilities, which are typically managed by the national postal service. The term remains widely used in everyday Hungarian to refer to personal or building mail receptacles.