Shipping Questions

How to ship safely from home

How Do I Ship Safely From Home?

Shipping from home has become increasingly important during the expansion of eCommerce. Learn how to ship safely from home without spending extra money.

Ground shipping to Canada

Can I Use Ground Services to Ship to Canada?

Unlike USPS, FedEx and UPS offer ground services to ship your packages to Canada for under $20, depending on the dimensions and the weight of the package.

you can ship hand sanitizer with USPS, but only via surface transportation

Can I Use USPS to Ship Hand Sanitizer?

You can ship hand sanitizer with USPS, but you'll be restricted to using ground services, and you'll need to affix the proper labelings onto your package.

international returns with usps aren't an option for online shippers

Does USPS Offer International Returns?

Unfortunately, USPS doesn't offer international returns for online shippers. Therefore, we always suggest purchasing insurance on international shipments.

cut down USPS boxes

Can I Cut Down USPS Boxes to Get Cheaper Rates?

While we typically advise shippers to invest in their own custom packaging and not cut down USPS boxes, altering Priority Mail boxes is a feasible option.

ship fire extinguishers with any major carrier

Can I Ship Fire Extinguishers With USPS?

It is indeed legal to ship fire extinguishers with the US Postal Service, and you can use any of their air-based or surface transporation services to do so.

Special Handling

How Much Does Special Handling Cost?

The three major carriers each offer special handling for fragile items. The cost varies from carrier to carrier, and shippers pay for it on top of postage.

what should I charge for shipping

What Should I Charge for Shipping?

When starting up an online store, shippers often ask themselves, "What should I charge my customers for shipping?" Learn more about some proven strategies.

ship to every country in the world with USPS except Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria

Does USPS Ship to Every Country in the World?

While USPS ships to almost every country in the world, there are five sanctioned countries that shippers need to obtain export licenses in order to ship to.

shipping ammo with USPS is illegal

Is It Legal to Ship Ammo With USPS?

While USPS allows shipping firearms with the proper licensing, it is unfortunately illegal to ship ammo with USPS. You'll need to use either UPS or FedEx.

usps return labels can only be First Class Package, Priority Mail, or Parcel Select Ground

Can I Use a Different Service for USPS Return Labels?

USPS return labels are limited to First Class Package, Priority Mail services, and Parcel Select Ground (also known as "Retail Ground" at the Post Office).

Priority Mail Express International refund

Can I Get a Priority Mail Express International Refund?

If you paid to ship Priority Mail Express International Service, you can apply for a refund if your package wasn't delivered by the scheduled delivery date.