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4 Ways SMBs Can Prepare for a Groundbreaking Holiday Season

It’s no surprise by now. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on e-commerce — from how, where, and when consumers are choosing to shop online. In order to better understand […]

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Best Shipping Company for Small Business

Small business owners have to tackle a lot with a small team. The fulfillment and shipping process can often be an afterthought, but it’s important that even small teams get […]


2021 USPS Parcel Select Ground Shipping Rates

2021 Parcel Select Ground Shipping Rates

As of July 9th, 2023, USPS launched a new service called USPS Ground Advantage that combined Parcel Select Ground, First Class Package Service, and Retail Ground. The new service creates […]

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What is the Cheapest Way to Ship for a Small Business?

Table of Contents Keeping the cost of logistics low is important for small businesses. Whether you’re looking to expand your customer base or simply offer shipping services to existing customers, […]


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What Are USPS Zones & How Do They Affect My Shipping?

With many carriers and services, sellers have options for how they ship. Understanding each carrier’s process can help you make the right decision for your unique business needs. If you […]

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How Splitting Orders Can Save On Shipping

Splitting orders for an e-commerce store can be a smart shipping strategy. It’s also something that is a crucial element of a robust shipping platform. ShippingEasy recently revamped our customers’ […]


How to Provide Package Tracking Updates

Shipment tracking has become a standard e-commerce feature. Providing package tracking is commonplace for all online orders— not just large retailers. Our recent study found that 84% of consumers said […]

USPS International Shipping Options

Imagine being able to sell your products to customers across the globe. Your small business could open itself up to an entirely new set of potential customers. You want to […]


FedEx Peak Surcharges for June, 2021: What to Know

FedEx peak surcharges impacting both Express and Ground services will go into effect on June 21st, 2021. Some of these are continuations of earlier surcharges while others are increased rates.  […]

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How to Ship Musical Instruments

If you sell musical supplies and/or instruments on a marketplace like Reverb, Amazon, or eBay, one of your biggest challenges is figuring out the best way to ship them. The […]