Between work and errands, your customers may be gone for several hours throughout the day. The bad news is that their packages could be delivered and left unattended during this time. With 37% of customers being concerned about porch piracy, it’s crucial to offer more accessible pickup and delivery options.  UPS Access Point® locations are local businesses that offer a convenient option for your customers to receive their packages at an alternate delivery location when they can’t be home to accept a delivery, or if they’re concerned about leaving packages unattended. While your business m ..read more

Welcome to our United States Postal Service Updates blog, your guide to the changing postal scene. Here, we’ll share the latest news and rate updates from the USPS. Dive in as we break down the 2024 updates. January 2024 Highlights Effective January 21st, the USPS is rolling out changes to shipping rates, impacting various services and package categories. ShippingEasy remains committed to delivering top-notch service to its customers and is happy to announce that, through our partnership with USPS, customers can now enjoy enhanced discounts on Priority Mail® and Ground Advantage Rates compared ..read more

 Welcome to our United States Postal Service Updates blog, your compass through the dynamic postal landscape. This is where we unveil the most recent news and rate adjustments from the USPS. Take a deep dive with us as we unravel the intricacies of the 2023 updates. Table of Contents USPS Ground Advantage USPS HazMat Changes Key Takeaways for the USPS July Changes January 2023 USPS Rate Changes USPS 2023 Shipping Rate Changes Highlights Priority Mail Local Zones Regional Rate Shipping is Going Away Collapsing Canadian Pricing Groups November 2023 USPS Rate Changes On November 18, the US ..read more

Gift-giving and gift-returning go hand-in-hand. Siblings might accidentally buy their parents the same gift. A piece of clothing might not fit the way your customer wants it to. There could’ve been a mixup with which toy someone was supposed to get their niece or nephew. The reasons for returns are endless.  Don’t just take our word for it. In our recent study with Retail Economics, 24% of customers stated that a flexible return policy will be the most important factor when choosing where to shop this holiday season. Our study also shows that shoppers are projected to spend $253 billion g ..read more

It seems like we blinked, and it’s already time for the holiday season. Customers will start flocking to your site, especially if your business sells one of the top holiday products for 2023. From the 2023 Barbie Dreamhouse to UGG® slippers, we’ve scoured the internet for some of the top gift ideas and the products projected to be the most popular this holiday season. Now all that’s left to do is to refresh your memory on how to ship them. And don’t worry, in this blog, batteries are included.  Table of Contents What are the top holiday products for 2023? Toys Games Beauty Fashion Elect ..read more

In this edition of Shipping Unboxed, we’ll demystify the world of online marketplaces. Our recent study with Retail Economics projects that online marketplace sales will reach over $253 billion globally, with $183 billion of those profits coming from North America alone. Your business has the opportunity to capitalize on sales this holiday season, so it’s time to get your online marketplaces up and running. Without further ado, let’s dive into Shipping Unboxed: FAQs About Online Marketplaces. Question Quick Jump Why should I sell online? What is an online marketplace? How many customers make ..read more

The 2023 holiday shipping season is almost here (it’s crazy to us, too). Our recent study in partnership with Retail Economics shows that 44% of US customers are still concerned about inflation going into the holiday season. However, three in four customers still plan to spend the same amount on holiday presents they did last year (44%), with some planning to spend even more (22%). While some shoppers may be cautious with their spending, customers are still looking to spend money this holiday season. To ensure your products are included in these holiday purchases, it’s up to your business to a ..read more

Are you looking to expand your business to an international market? International shipping doesn’t have to be challenging, and with the help of our partner GlobalPost, it isn’t! In this session of our webinar series, The ShippingEasy SpeakEasy, we’ll discuss GlobalPost, how ShippingEasy can help you ship internationally, and tips for starting your own international shipping workflow. And don’t worry, as always, we’ll recap everything you need to know and drop the recording below. What is GlobalPost? GlobalPost strives to help growing shippers who are ready to deliver their products to more m ..read more

Small and medium-sized businesses that primarily ship lightweight packages can sometimes be stuck with the same rates as larger shippers. UPS® Ground Saver is a cost-efficient shipping solution specifically designed for these lightweight shipments, giving ShippingEasy customers even more ways to stay competitive. What is UPS® Ground Saver? UPS® Ground Saver utilizes the UPS® Ground network’s existing infrastructure to offer a more affordable shipping option for businesses that have lightweight, non-urgent shipments. This is a great option for SMBs that ship regularly and need to control their ..read more

Think of all the electronic devices you use throughout the day. You most likely wake up to the alarm on your phone. You work from a laptop and/or computer. You flip on the TV to decompress after work. Electronics play an important role in our lives, so knowing how to properly ship these products is crucial. Your customers will want to rip their new phone or Playstation out of the box for immediate use, not have to send it back because of a cracked screen or internal damages. That’s why we have tips, guidelines, and restrictions straight from carriers to prevent any lost or damaged electronics ..read more