Shipping packages from your home or office has never been easier. With USPS Click-N-Ship®, you can create and print your own shipping labels online, saving you time and trips to the Post Office. Whether you’re a small business owner or just sending a package to family, understanding How To Print A Label efficiently is key.
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Getting Started with Printing Labels Online
USPS Click-N-Ship offers a streamlined approach to preparing your shipments. By creating a free USPS.com account, you unlock a range of tools designed to simplify your shipping process.
Accessing Click-N-Ship Features
With your USPS account, you gain access to advanced Click-N-Ship features. This includes options for file uploads, which is perfect for businesses handling multiple shipments, and bulk editing capabilities to manage your shipping details efficiently.
Flat Rate Shipping: Simplicity and Savings
Unsure about weight and dimensions? USPS Flat Rate shipping is an excellent solution. If your item fits into a Flat Rate box or envelope, you pay a single rate regardless of the weight (up to 70 lbs) or destination within the United States. This eliminates the need for a scale and simplifies your cost calculations. “If It Fits, It Ships®” truly embodies the convenience of Flat Rate.
Schedule a Package Pickup for Ultimate Convenience
Skip the trip to the Post Office altogether! USPS offers free Package Pickup service right from your home or office. Schedule a pickup online, and your mail carrier will collect your packages during their regular delivery route. This service is a significant time-saver, especially for those with busy schedules or multiple packages to send.
Tailor Your Shipping Experience with Preferences
To further streamline your label printing process, Click-N-Ship allows you to set personalized shipping preferences.
Setting Your Shipping Defaults
Do you frequently ship the same type of package? Click-N-Ship preferences let you save default package types, printing options, return addresses, and even reference numbers. This means less repetitive data entry each time you create a shipping label, accelerating your workflow. You can also manage notification preferences to stay informed about your shipments and keep recipients in the loop.
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Enhance Security with Insurance and Extra Services
When printing your shipping label, consider adding extra protection and services. USPS Ground Advantage®, Priority Mail®, and Priority Mail Express® services include up to $100 of insurance coverage for free. For higher-value items or added security, you can easily purchase additional insurance and services like Return Receipt or Signature Confirmation™ during the label creation process.
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Provide Delivery Instructions for Smooth Delivery
Ensure seamless delivery by adding specific instructions for your carrier when you create your label. You can request packages to be left in a secure location if no one is available to receive them, or choose the Hold For Pickup service, allowing recipients to collect their packages at their local Post Office at their convenience.
Re-ship with Ease Using “Ship Again”
For businesses or individuals who send recurring shipments, the “Ship Again” feature is invaluable. In your Shipping History, simply select “Ship Again” for a previous shipment. The system will automatically populate the label with the previous details, only updating the shipping date. This eliminates redundant data entry for repeat shipments.
Options for Printer-Free Label Printing
What if you need to ship but don’t have a printer at hand? Click-N-Ship provides solutions for printing shipping labels even without a printer:
- USPS Label Broker® Service: Complete your postage purchase online with Click-N-Ship and receive a Label Broker ID, typically in the form of a QR code. Take this ID to a participating Post Office™ location with Label Broker service or a self-service kiosk. USPS will print the label for you using your Label Broker ID.
- USPS Label Delivery Service: For a nominal fee of $1.55 per label, USPS will print and mail a physical shipping label directly to your address. Business account holders can also utilize this for prepaid return labels, which can be sent to customers for easy returns.
Unlock Business Savings with Click-N-Ship Business Rate Card
Businesses that utilize Click-N-Ship extensively can benefit from the Click-N-Ship Business Rate Card. By agreeing to the online terms, businesses gain immediate access to discounted, non-published rates on services like Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, Priority Mail Return®, and USPS Ground Advantage Return labels. These discounted rates offer significant savings and are among the lowest available without a Negotiated Service Agreement (NSA).
By leveraging USPS Click-N-Ship, printing shipping labels becomes an efficient and user-friendly process, whether you’re shipping occasionally or managing daily business shipments.
