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Tips for successful shipping
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These shipping tips are designed to help you ship like a pro.

Offer free or discounted shipping.
Listings with free or multiple-item discounts encourage buyers to purchase additional items from you. Select the Free shipping check box when you list your item for sale. When buyers search for items, they can sort results by price plus shipping. Items with free shipping or low shipping costs will rank higher.
Make sure your shipping rates are reasonable.
If you’re not sure, check our excessive shipping charges policy. You can check the actual cost of shipping your item directly from the US Postal Service or UPS.
Save time and hassle.
Save time with free package pickup services from the US Postal Service and UPS. There’s no need to leave your home or office. If you sell valuable items, consider purchasing insurance. Check with your shipping carrier for insurance options. You can also purchase shipping insurance when you print shipping labels on eBay.
Stock up on supplies.
Always have shipping supplies on hand by ordering free eBay US Postal Service supplies, or find shipping supplies from sellers on eBay.
Print shipping labels at home.
You can print shipping labels and custom forms right from your home printer. Look for the Print Shipping Label link in the listing. Learn more about creating your own shipping labels.
Provide tracking or Delivery Confirmation information when available
Tracking or Delivery Confirmation information is automatically included when you print eBay and PayPal shipping labels. You can also upload your own tracking or Delivery Confirmation information in My eBay.
Generate repeat business.
Include a business card or note with your eBay user ID to thank your buyer for their business.
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