How to buy and print a shipping label online

1. Weigh and measure your package

Carriers price by weight and, for many services, by size. Use a kitchen or bathroom scale and round up to the next ounce. Measure the length, width and height of the box in inches. Not sure yet? You can still see estimated prices from your ZIP codes and the weight, and tools on the calculator can help you estimate the weight and pick a box size.

2. Compare shipping rates

Enter the “from” and “to” ZIP codes, your packaging (box, mailer or envelope) and the weight. LBLS shows the options available for that package, such as USPS, UPS or FedEx services, with prices and estimated delivery times side by side. See how to compare shipping rates for tips on choosing.

3. Add the addresses and see your final price

Enter the sender and recipient addresses. The carrier then gives the final price for those exact addresses. It's often the same as the estimate, but it can change (for example, some carriers charge more to deliver to a home). You see the final price before you pay, and you're never charged more than the price you approve.

4. Pay once

Checkout is handled securely by Stripe. There's no account to create and no subscription. Each price already includes the carrier's postage and the LBLS service fee.

5. Print the label and ship

Your label is ready right after payment. Download it and print it on 4×6 label paper or on regular paper (trim it and tape it on). Tape it flat on the largest side of the box and don't cover the barcode. Then drop the package off with the carrier or schedule a pickup. We also email you the label and the tracking number.

Some USPS labels can come with a QR code instead, so a participating Post Office can print the label for you. When that's available for a label, it shows on your order page.

6. Track it

Tracking starts when the carrier scans your package. You can find your label and tracking any time on Track an order with your order number and email.