Shipping Carriers

DDU shipping
DDU Shipping: What is Delivery Duty Unpaid Shipping?
DDU, or "Delivery Duty Unpaid" shipping, means that your international recipients are responsible for paying customs duties and import fees. Learn more about DDU shipping here!
Best practices for shipping tires
Can I Ship Tires?
UPS offers the best rates and services for shipping tires, and you'll need to designate them as "irregular packages." Learn more about packing and shipping tires!
ship a cell phone with UPS
How to Ship a Cell Phone with UPS
Shipping a cell phone? UPS is the one of the most reliable carrier options for sending a phone, offering quick delivery and affordable rates.
ship a suitcase
Can I Ship a Suitcase?
You can ship a suitcase without any external packaging, and depending on the size of your luggage, both USPS and UPS offer affordable options! Learn more about sending a suitcase with a shipping carrier.
Signature Confirmation for international shipments
Can I Get Signature Confirmation for International Shipments?
Some carriers offer signature confirmation for international shipments, while others don't. Learn more about the carriers that offer it!
ship a Christmas tree
How to Ship a Christmas Tree
Christmas trees are too big to ship with USPS, so you'll need to rely on another carrier that specializes in delivering oversized packages. Learn more about sending a Christmas tree!
shipping labels expire at different times, depending on the carrier
When Do Shipping Labels Expire?
Different shipping labels expire at different times, depending on the carrier providing the postage. Learn more about when labels expire!
Ground service to Puerto Rico
Does Ground Service Go to Puerto Rico?
USPS Ground is the only ground shipping service that goes to Puerto Rico, as UPS & FedEx both consider Puerto Rico an international destination. Learn more about USPS ground service to Puerto Rico and other U.S. Territories!
Shipping heavy items
What is the Best Carrier for Shipping Heavy Items?
UPS offers the best rates of all the carriers for shipping heavy items, but you should be aware of potential surcharges you may be subject to.
UPS brokerage fees for shipments going to Canada and Mexico
UPS Brokerage Fees: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
UPS brokerage fees are a type of customs clearance tax that UPS applies to many shipments sent with their international services. Read more about international brokerage fees from UPS and how to avoid paying them!
UPS Digital Access Program
What is the UPS Digital Access Program?
Launched in 2019, the UPS Digital Access Program offer UPS discounts at pre-negotiated rates to shipping software companies and their users.
use storage bins to ship
Can I Use Plastic Storage Bins to Ship?
You can use plastic storage bins to ship your items, as long as you package them sufficiently and are aware of potential DIM weight charges.