US (Postal) ZIP codes: ZIP+4 vs. ZIP in web applications
- by FreekOne
Hi guys,
I am currently writing a web application intended for US users that asks them to input their ZIP code and I just found out about the ZIP+4 code. Since I am not from the US and getting a user's correct ZIP code is important, I have no idea which format I should use.
Could anyone (preferably from the US) please clarify what's the deal with the +4 digits and how important are they ? Is it safe to use only the plain 5-digit ZIP ?
Thank you in advance !