Why can't I print a postage label on eBay?
If the status of the label remains as Generating Labels for more than 3 minutes, try to refresh the page using the F5 key. Most of the times, refreshing the page will fix this issue and the shipping documents will be available for download.
You will NOT be able to print shipping labels if:
If the sum of product's weights on the customs form is greater than the parcel/package weight. You have a 'Delivery Confirmation' option selected. For USPS via Endicia, there is no Contents Type provided OR for USPS via Pitney Bowes, there is no Reason for Export ...
Go to your Sold items - opens in new window or tab, and select Print postage label next to the item. Enter the weight of your item, including any packaging, and select the package size and service. When you've paid, you'll be prompted to print your label, which you can do from your laptop or desktop PC.
A disconnected cable is one of the most common reasons why a label printer will stop working properly. However, if you find your cables are all plugged in, you'll then need to check the driver software. If it's an issue with the driver and the computer not communicating, you'll simply need to re-install the driver.
We'll scan the ID and print the shipping label at the counter. Or customers can print their shipping label from USPS.com when they have access to a printer.
How to reprint a shipping label. You can reprint your shipping label at no extra cost within 7 days of purchasing it. Simply go to Manage shipping labels - opens in new window or tab and select Reprint.
- Select Upload a shipping label and then the upload image icon.
- Choose the label you want to send to your buyer.
- Select your carrier and enter the tracking number.
Printer required
If the above message is displayed, it is mandatory to print and attach the label to the parcel. If you do not have adhesive paper, you can also print the label on a normal sheet of paper and apply it to the package with adhesive tape. We recommend using a transparent plastic bag.
Whether you sell through your own website, a single marketplace or multiple seller channels, you can print shipping labels from all the major carriers from your phone or mobile device. You might run a small business from home, but that doesn't mean you have to be stuck in the house.
Can I handwrite a shipping label? Absolutely (as long as your writing is legible), however, some information, such as the barcode, will need to be generated from the carrier prior to shipping. Because of this, online tools are much more efficient.
What printer setting for shipping labels?
Label DPI: Select the correct DPI setting, 203 DPI or 300 DPI, for your printer. If you are unsure which DPI you should choose, check your printer documentation. In most cases, you can leave the setting at 300 DPI. However, some printers (such as the Zebra 2844 thermal printer) require the setting to be set at 203 DPI.
Can I handwrite a shipping label? You can handwrite the shipping address (as long as it's eligible), but you will still need a carrier barcode, which needs to be generated by the carrier. Depending on the volume of orders you're fulfilling, handwriting shipping addresses can become time-consuming.
If I have my item, but need the label printed, do you offer this service? Yes, with our Printing Services, you can come in with the label saved on a USB, or Email us the label when you at our store, and we can print and attach it on your item.
UPS will supply branded boxes, shipping tags, customs forms, label pouches, and best of all, blank thermal printing labels, free of charge, to the address you gave when you set up your UPS account.
You can print pre-paid and No Postage Necessary (e.g. Returns) shipping labels at most Post Office® locations and at USPS.com.
A. You can print an online label without postage and use stamps or a postage meter - or you can print a label with postage purchased right from our Web site. To do this, you will need to register at www.usps.com and pay by credit card for PC Postage® service.
Need to send a package from your home or office, but don't have a printer? You can use Click-N-Ship to create your label online and request USPS Label Delivery service for a $1.25 fee (per label). We'll print the physical label and deliver it to your address.
You can postdate a shipping label by using the Mailing Date feature. If you have already printed the shipping label but will be unable to mail it on the mailing date, request a refund for that shipping label and print a new shipping label with the appropriate date.
Label Expiration
Each label is valid for use for 7 days from the time of your order. If your label expires, you will need to place a new order on eBay to use our Services.
Generally speaking, you can ship a package after the ship date you selected when you purchased your label. That's at least the case when it comes to USPS. If the current date is after the ship date on your postage, your package will still be accepted at your local Post Office.
How do I add postage on eBay after selling?
- Go to your Sold - opens in new window or tab items.
- From More actions, choose Send invoice.
- Enter the new postage charge and select Send.
In the section Send item, at the bottom right of the page, click Cancel and purchase new label. A new window will be automatically displayed, asking if you want to cancel and purchase a new label. Click Yes to continue. In Order Details edit the information you need, then click Pay to confirm the new label.
eBay charges sellers two standard fees per listing: a listing insertion fee and a final value fee. The final value fee is a percentage of the final sale amount including shipping costs. It does not pay for shipping. This is covered by the buyer, and then - depending on the fulfilment method - by the seller.
Sometimes, first class is simply not available. You might try shipping on a weekend or have a package that exceeds the weight limit. You may also not have an account setup to print the labels. Ultimately, first class shipping has more barriers to printing than standard shipping options.
If there are no delivery scans in our system, and you know the package was delivered, the sender can request a refund for the USPS Tracking® fee (but not the postage).
Yes, with our Printing Services, you can come in with the label saved on a USB, or Email us the label when you at our store, and we can print and attach it on your item.
I can't print Etsy shipping labels
There are a few reasons you might not be able to purchase Etsy shipping labels: You're using the Sell on Etsy app instead of Etsy.com. You can only purchase shipping labels on Etsy.com. You may be located in a country where we don't offer shipping labels.
You can print pre-paid and No Postage Necessary (e.g. Returns) shipping labels at most Post Office® locations and at USPS.com.
Whether you sell through your own website, a single marketplace or multiple seller channels, you can print shipping labels from all the major carriers from your phone or mobile device. You might run a small business from home, but that doesn't mean you have to be stuck in the house.
USPS Informed Delivery scans are limited to letter-size or smaller items. Therefore, you will not be able to see magazines, larger ads, and catalogs on your ID notifications. Because this is a USPS service, you won't receive scans for items arriving via UPS, FedEx, or similar services.
How long does it take for USPS to scan a label?
UPS is typically pretty quick, but keep in mind that USPS can often take up to 24 hours to update tracking statuses. There are a few reasons why your package status may not be updated right away: If you drop your package off after hours, USPS or UPS won't scan it in until the next day.
The Benefits of USPS QR Codes
You can scan this code at any time, and it will tell you the location of your package. You will also be able to receive notifications when your package has been delivered or has been received.
When you use a UPS or USPS prepaid label, we'll give you a QR code to show to your carrier. There's no need for a printer. Just package your item and bring it to The UPS Store or USPS Post Office near you. They'll scan the QR code on your phone and ship off the package.
- From the History menu, select Shipping & Postage History.
- Select the desired USPS shipment.
- Select the Create Return Label button.
- Follow prompts to create the label.
When you purchase USPS shipping labels for your Etsy packages, you get discounted volume shipping rates: up to 30% lower than the USPS retail rates you would pay at the post office or elsewhere online. Aside from Etsy's standard fees, there are no additional membership fees to use Etsy Shipping Labels.
You can buy a shipping label from your Orders tab on Etsy.com. Select Get labels next to the order you want to buy a label for. You can't currently purchase labels through the Sell on Etsy app. Learn more about shipping labels.
