{"id":42472,"date":"2023-02-23T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/?p=42472"},"modified":"2024-03-27T12:25:47","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T17:25:47","slug":"small-business-shipping-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/small-business-shipping-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Shipping 101: Shipping Tips for Starting Your Own Small Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>This blog is part of a series! Be sure to check out <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/shipping-201-a-new-small-business-owners-guide-to-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Shipping 201<\/strong><\/a><strong> and <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/small-business-owners-guide-to-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Shipping 301.<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now is the perfect time to start the small business you\u2019ve always dreamt of. Your dream might not guide you on where to find shipping supplies, some of the most commonly used carrier services, and our free Starter plan. But, this blog does! For the first lesson in our Shipping 101 series, we\u2019re going to introduce you to the basics of shipping and ShippingEasy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Table of Contents <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#small\">Carrier service recommendations for small businesses<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#where\">Where to find shipping supplies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#finding\">Finding the best shipping rates for your small business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#solution\">The shipping solution for the small business owner<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#bookmarks\">Recommended Bookmarks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.shippingeasy.com\/register?promo=1MONTHFREE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/R9326JHQ2hnUKwKXE04wMC06zb4A6ObRHjKdDKe6Qcu1ER5mx5fQTNWEcl6a1tG_lGEMpcBYU9W0x1MrHuoHMK8W5ouE-Jl5lYjBUD-cCFCfCf9PO9i92axHnwu8jJDc3EytAVDCCinzGHhkMRtoYuc\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"small\">Carrier service recommendations for small businesses <\/h2>\n\n\n<p>One of the first steps when starting your business is learning <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-a-package\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to ship<\/a> your incoming orders. The best service available may vary from order to order, so it\u2019s beneficial to know some available carrier options ahead of time. When you\u2019re considering the best carrier service option for your package, here are a few things to keep in mind:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your shipment\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/faqs-about-shipment-dimensions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dimensions<\/a> (the weight, length, height, and width)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When your package needs to arrive at its destination&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The distance your shipment is traveling&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Like we mentioned, these factors might change based on your shipment. For example, a customer might need a package <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/shipping-unboxed-faqs-about-expedited-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">expedited<\/a> for a special occasion. Also, the holiday season will include <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/holiday-shipping-deadlines-for-the-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shipping deadlines<\/a>, so you\u2019ll have to ship packages within a certain timeframe for them to arrive to your customers in time. Those exceptions aside, let\u2019s discuss the most commonly used carrier services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6> Learn more about the world of expedited shipping in our  <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/shipping-unboxed-faqs-about-expedited-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> blog<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"usps-priority-mail%25c2%25ae\">USPS Priority Mail<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>One of the most commonly used USPS services is <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/faqs-about-usps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Priority Mail<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>. Priority Mail<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> provides you and your customers with <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/tracking-faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tracking information<\/a> and an estimated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usps.com\/ship\/priority-mail.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1-3 day delivery window<\/a>, with the exception of Sundays and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/about.usps.com\/newsroom\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holidays<\/a>. More benefits of Priority Mail include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shipping packages up to <a href=\"https:\/\/about.usps.com\/postal-bulletin\/2007\/html\/pb22218\/kit1_009.html#:~:text=Priority%20Mail%20items%20are%20First,Mail%20items%20is%2070%20lbs.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">70 pounds<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to $100 of built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usps.com\/ship\/insurance-extra-services.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">insurance<\/a> for eligible shipments&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407007483163-Schedule-USPS-Package-Pickup-How-To\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">schedule pickups<\/a> straight from your ShippingEasy account*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measurement allowance of up to 108 inches, between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usps.com\/ship\/packages.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">length<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4406993270299-Package-Sizes-and-Dimensions-USPS-Domestic-Overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">girth<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Note: Packages shipped using USPS Ground Advantage\u2122 aren\u2019t available to be scheduled for pickup through ShippingEasy and will have to be scheduled through <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/tools.usps.com\/schedule-pickup-steps.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>USPS directly.<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6> Dive into the world of USPS with our blog, <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/faqs-about-usps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Shipping Unboxed: FAQs about USPS<\/a>.<\/h6>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ups%25c2%25ae-ground\">UPS<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Ground<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ups.com\/us\/en\/support\/shipping-support\/shipping-services\/domestic.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPS<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Ground<\/a> gives you an affordable delivery option with a delivery window of 1-5 business days, and up to 90% of UPS<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>Ground packages are delivered in 3 days or less. You also have access to 24\/7 tracking information. Other features include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shipping for packages up to 150 pounds and up to 108 inches long&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delivery to both homes and businesses in all 50 states and Puerto Rico&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Residential delivery to more than 100 metro areas across the U.S. on Saturday at no additional cost for select UPS<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Ground Packages.**<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the UPS account included with ShippingEasy, your business can get discounts on domestic and international shipping, including up to 77% off on UPS<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>Ground shipments, up to 73% for UPS 2nd Day Air<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> service, 72% on UPS Next Day Air<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> service, and up to 82% off on international services. These rates include Fuel Surcharge and Residential Surcharge for all services and Delivery Area Surcharge for Domestic Services.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Discounts off UPS daily rates. Rates are limited to shipping from the U.S. only. Rates and any applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>**Select Ground Packages with a committed delivery day of Monday or Tuesday may be eligible to receive delivery on the Saturday prior to their committed delivery date in territories eligible for Saturday Residential delivery.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6> Find the answers to your UPS questions in <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/faqs-about-ups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Shipping Unboxed: FAQs about UPS and your UPS account<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fedex-ground%25c2%25ae\">FedEx Ground<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/ground.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx Ground<\/a><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/home-delivery.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx Home Delivery<\/a><sup>\u00ae<\/sup> are two of the most commonly used FedEx services. FedEx Ground<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> is used to ship when sending shipments to business\/commercial addresses while FedEx Home Delivery<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> is used for home addresses. Their advantages are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Both services allow for shipments of up to 150\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1-5 day delivery window for contiguous US states<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3-7 day delivery window for Hawaii and Alaska&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FedEx Home Delivery allows for shipments to be delivered on weekends&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eligible materials that are deemed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/service-guide\/hazardous-materials\/how-to-ship.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hazardous<\/a> can be shipped with FedEx Ground<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a ShippingEasy account won\u2019t automatically give access to their services. If you decide FedEx is your carrier of choice, you\u2019ll need to create an account with them directly and <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407026869403-FedEx-with-ShippingEasy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">integrate<\/a> it with your ShippingEasy account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/fuVvvfmuaVqi-r02V1CgEPsb6HzO1aeCExkTniakXRfICSBS8vCSuMzHrKLJlM23j23CC8U8Sn3W0R1WZz0ZEGNcxHQwuhfmlxkbD3cTO8LCQnrqQmDtuwQj2kF0nc5QyxVBSwI3sgnce7GUbS5x_cg\" alt=\"FedEx's rate calculator allows you to get an estimate of your shipping costs.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where\">Where to find shipping supplies <\/h2>\n\n\n<p>After you decide which carrier services are best for your business, you\u2019ll need to have shipping supplies at the ready. We recommend starting your collection with:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scissors&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear tape&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kraft paper, newspaper, and other paper products for fragile items&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bubble wrap&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shipping box, a few inches bigger than your products&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thank you notes for your customers&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, you may decide to invest in branded shipping supplies. However, for a new business just getting started, it\u2019s easier to get your supplies directly from carriers. Fortunately, some carriers offer free supplies for order on their websites for merchants and supply locators if you&#8217;d rather purchase supplies in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6> Did you know you can order USPS supplies from your ShippingEasy account? <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/onyx-products-shipping-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Learn how<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-find-usps-supplies\">Where to find USPS supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>You can buy supplies from <a href=\"https:\/\/store.usps.com\/store\/results\/shipping-supplies\/_\/N-7d0v8v?No=54&amp;Nrpp=18&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USPS directly<\/a> and have them delivered to your home or business. USPS offers <a href=\"https:\/\/store.usps.com\/store\/results\/shipping-supplies\/_\/N-7d0v8v?No=54&amp;Nrpp=18&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online supply ordering<\/a>, so you can have supplies shipped directly to your home or business. Your local post office isn\u2019t guaranteed to have these supplies in stock, so we recommend checking USPS\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/tools.usps.com\/find-location.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">locator tool<\/a> to see what supplies are available.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/1l374Z5x47mrsfTYGG8FKu2i1eJ7ohlQvRGN_UPd4D9xsnjIOQ9Fn2MwhMOS6OBIX13q5bbpgXckdqQmOWjLyvuDXgzII1TvDAfSb-Vo9QYiOzV3Tvjv_YKAoAhOvgVdDfi3Ot3ulKfyM6Ldk2KVdNA\" alt=\"USPS's location tracker helps you find the nearest drop off locaitons.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-find-ups-supplies\">Where to find UPS supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>UPS also offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ups.com\/us\/en\/shipping\/order-supplies.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online supply ordering<\/a>, and you\u2019ll need to log in or create a new username to start your order. Account signup is free, and once your account is created, you will be able to browse available supplies by supply type.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once a supply type is selected, UPS will send you to a landing page with a list of all of the options available for that specific supply type with descriptions and recommendations on how each option should be used. Supplies you can order include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shipping labels, forms, and stickers&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boxes and packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pouches&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Express envelopes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/Q709h9lKmg0XIfc7s8EElzyMmCRW2WSlYu-VYFHdZgyWtp7Ev1o6Fp-cDRMHdfVTvffKBanoAUHf1XWCaiHclTm-3DtkyXMctxze_WlFGwRGWgy9Di1mpkRf2JpTGKnwDUZ5EPzmq1QRpu3ST6-egWQ\" alt=\"Once your UPS account is created, you will be able to access numerous supplies on their website.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-find-fedex-supplies\">Where to find FedEx supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>FedEx also requires a login and a nine-digit FedEx account number to order shipping supplies from their online store. Account creation is free, but you\u2019ll need to have a credit card on file. For more information on creating those accounts, we recommend reaching out to FedEx <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/customer-support.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">directly<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d rather grab your supplies in person, FedEx has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/packing\/pledge.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx Office<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/fedex-authorized-ship-center.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx Authorized ShipCenters<\/a>. These locations have shipping supplies for purchase and employees to help pack and ship your items.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"finding\">Finding the best shipping rates for your small business <\/h2>\n\n\n<p>With shipping supplies and carrier options checked off your list, let\u2019s discuss the potential savings on your shipping rates. No matter what product or products you choose to sell, you&#8217;ll need to compare shipping rates. Researching on your own means having to manually enter a package\u2019s weight, dimensions, and other information on a variety of sites. But, our <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4406965922459-Browse-Rates-Rate-Calculator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rate calculator<\/a> allows you and your business to enter your shipment\u2019s information and compare rates on the same screen, regardless of plan level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"solution\">The shipping solution for the small business owner <\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Speaking of plan levels, ShippingEasy has multiple <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/pricing\/?se-ref=ppc-g-sitelinks_937293985&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_campaign=937293985&amp;utm_content=c_49628499554_602257687895&amp;utm_term=shipping%20easy&amp;&amp;ds_lpt_start&amp;ds_lpt_param0=&amp;ds_lpt_end&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA_P6dBhD1ARIsAAGI7HBbSd-dpIRiE7iLjfUYtFYaseIDFSG-xqQxzGJr5dngGH3992vq9hQaAlbIEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\">plan levels<\/a> available, including a Starter plan that\u2019s perfect for new business owners. Merchants on the Starter plan can:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ship up to 25 shipments per month&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have 1 user on their account&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy savings of up to 78% off UPS<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Ground*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilize the rate calculator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>*Discounts off UPS daily rates. Rates are limited to shipping from the U.S. only. Rates and any applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/9g4dmomitkujdPJicorAtFc8nER5cxS1Iiz8JYQBQBcYmC_xGqfJx828aHW1r-GNHp4KWv_ye6kTXcI7zZ646rWGeLCo78JKtW9C-QuCBvXSuZeycujnc8YjM5UakcX2GPlD_nXaf0GxHc2Z68M3qM4\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>This is how the rate calculator will appear in your ShippingEasy account.&nbsp;<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"store-integrations\">Store integrations<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>As long as the store integration* of your choice is supported in ShippingEasy, up to 3 marketplaces can be directly integrated into your Starter account. Eligible orders will also pull into your dashboard <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4405557127707-Syncing-New-Orders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">automatically<\/a>, so they will appear on your order screen soon after they are placed. Some of the most popular store integrations we support are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4404425873563-Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4404420219291-BigCommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BigCommerce<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4405498068379-Shopify\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shopify<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4405329626779-WooCommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooCommerce<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4405325025179#UUID-41023774-3cfd-df29-283d-066654e4ada0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eBay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4405325026459#UUID-821e6886-03f4-8ea5-60c9-a625d8743414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Etsy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*We\u2019ll go over these integrations in more detail in the next blog in our series.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"carrier-integrations\">Carrier integrations<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d prefer to use a carrier outside of USPS or UPS, you can integrate some of your personal <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407015655579-Set-Up-My-Carrier-Accounts-in-ShippingEasy-How-To\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carrier integrations<\/a> with ShippingEasy. Once connected, the rates attached to your specific carrier accounts will show in ShippingEasy when creating labels. If those rates seem incorrect, we recommend reaching out to your carrier representative directly. These integrations will also be invoiced to you instead of automatically deducted from your One Balance account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/AJ-dgLbMQYfbRll-WMqK9b4C5FMlcuKRpCh2Is8rHInsIMjOlxB74xLBVT2Nt33Wa2MDQllhLb1Da5mpGPTTgFw_QTuz1FOmJVR5KCqR8J4X7MrErpdHiIEDiOLPTfNnRcOt2uQ1UKFf00Nst8mInmg\" alt=\"FedEx accounts can be integrated into ShippingEasy for use.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The dream of starting your small business can be a reality. Consolidate all of your carrier options and rates onto one screen and use the rate calculator in your ShippingEasy account instead of bouncing from tab to tab. Start your shipping supply collection now, so you can quickly package your orders when they start coming in. Most importantly, sign up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/app4.shippingeasy.com\/register?promo=1MONTHFREE&amp;_gl=1*19f865u*_ga*MTM3MjE5NDA4Mi4xNTkxMTE0ODE0*_ga_N50KSXG9H6*MTY2ODUzMzI1OC40NDIuMC4xNjY4NTMzMjU4LjYwLjAuMA..\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ShippingEasy account<\/a> if you haven\u2019t already and start your 30-day free trial. Stay tuned for the next installment in our series, <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/shipping-201-a-new-small-business-owners-guide-to-shipping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shipping 201<\/a>, where we\u2019ll guide you through the next steps in establishing your small business. 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For non-ShippingEasy merchants or for packages that can\u2019t be shipped through ShippingEasy, we recommend reaching out to your carrier directly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Which type of packaging should I use for shipping?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of packaging will depend on the service and\/or carrier selected and the items being shipped. For more guidance, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-a-package\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Ship a Package<\/a> blog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is my plan automatically upgraded if I surpass 25 shipments?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If more than 25 shipments are sent through ShippingEasy during a 30-day timespan, you\u2019ll automatically be upgraded to the <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Growth plan<\/a>. 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