Poshmark Shipping Labels: Everything You Need to Know

Poshmark Shipping Labels: Everything You Need to Know

Selling on Poshmark is an exciting way to clear out your closet and earn extra cash. But once you make that first sale, a critical question arises: how does shipping work?

The Poshmark shipping process is designed to be straightforward for sellers, but knowing the ins and outs can save you time, money, and potential headaches. A smooth shipping experience leads to happy customers and positive reviews, which are the lifeblood of a successful Poshmark closet.

This guide will cover everything you need to know about the Poshmark shipping label. We’ll walk through how to get it, how to print it, what kind of packaging to use, and how to handle every step of the process. Whether you're a new seller or a seasoned pro, you'll find valuable tips here to master your shipping workflow.

What is a Poshmark Shipping Label?

At its core, a Poshmark shipping label is your ticket to sending a sold item to its new owner. Poshmark has streamlined this process to make it as simple as possible for sellers.

When you make a sale, Poshmark immediately emails you a prepaid, pre-addressed USPS Priority Mail shipping label. The best part for you as the seller? The buyer pays for it. There are no stamps and no hassles involved.

Poshmark provides a flat-rate fee of $7.97 for expedited shipping on all orders, which is paid by the buyer. This fee covers 1-3 day USPS Priority Mail, ensuring a quick delivery for your customer.

This standard label covers a package of any size as long as its total weight is 5 pounds or less. This is generous enough for most clothing, shoes, and accessories. Buyers can even add multiple items from your closet to a single order and pay the same flat shipping fee, provided the total package weight stays under that 5 lb limit.

How to Get and Manage Your Shipping Label

Finding and managing your label is a simple process integrated directly into the Poshmark platform.

After the Sale

The moment a buyer purchases your item, you’ll receive a sale confirmation email. This email contains instructions for shipping and, most importantly, the attached pre-paid and pre-addressed shipping label.

What If You Can't Find the Label?

Sometimes emails get lost. If you can't find the email with your label, don't worry. Here are a few troubleshooting steps:

1. Check your Spam folder: First, take a look in your email’s Spam or Junk folder. Sometimes, automated emails can be miscategorized.
2. Verify your email address: Ensure Poshmark has your correct email address on file. You can check this in the app by navigating to your Account Tab and selecting Edit Profile.
3. Re-send the label: If your email is correct or you've just updated it, you can easily have the label sent again.

How to Re-send a Poshmark Shipping Label:

• Go to your Account Tab in the app.
• Select My Sales.
• Tap on the specific order you need the label for.
• Select Need new shipping label.

Poshmark will then email an updated shipping label with the current date to the address associated with your account.

How to Print Poshmark Shipping Label

Once you have your label, the next step is printing it. Poshmark offers flexibility here, accommodating different types of printers and paper. This is a crucial step in learning how to ship on Poshmark effectively.

Choosing Your Label Format

Before you print, you need to select your preferred label format. You can do this on the app or the web.

• In the App: Go to your Account Tab > My Seller Tools > Shipping Label Settings, and select your page dimension.
• On the Web: Click your profile picture > Account Settings > Shipping Label Settings, and select your page dimension.

You have two main choices for paper size:

• 8.5” x 11”: This is the standard letter-sized paper format that works with any regular home or office printer.
• 4” x 6”: This format is designed for thermal label printers that use self-adhesive paper, such as the Dymo LabelWriter 4XL or the Rollo Direct Thermal Printer. This is a great option for high-volume sellers who want to save time.

Printing on Special Labels (like Avery 2-per-sheet)

Many sellers like to use Avery shipping labels that come two to a sheet to save paper. However, Poshmark's default PDF layout places the single label in the center of the page, which isn't ideal for this format.

To print on these labels, you'll need to use a workaround. First, ensure your Poshmark Shipping Label Settings are set to 8.5"x11". Then, you can use one of the following methods:

1. The Custom Scale Method: When the print dialog box opens for your PDF label, look for "More Options" or similar settings. Choose "Custom Scale" and set it to 80%. This should shrink the label to fit properly onto one of the two sections of the sheet.
2. The Screenshot Method: Use a screen-capture tool (like the Snipping Tool on Windows or Grab on Mac) to take a screenshot of just the shipping label portion of the PDF. You can then paste this image into a program like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or Avery Design & Print Online to position it correctly on the page before printing.
3. The Adobe Creative Cloud Method: If you have the full version of Adobe Creative Cloud, you can use its PDF editing tools to manipulate the original PDF, moving the label to the top or bottom half of the page to align with your label sheet.

For more specific guidance, Poshmark recommends contacting their support or checking Avery's help articles on printing one label at a time if you plan to re-feed the sheet.

Printer-Free Option: The USPS QR Code

What if you don't have a printer at all? No problem. Poshmark offers a convenient, printer-free solution.

Simply take your packaged item to a USPS location. When you get there, show the clerk the Shipping QR Code from your Poshmark sale confirmation. They will scan the code, print the label for you, attach it to your package, and ship it off. It’s a completely seamless process.

Packaging Your Poshmark Orders Correctly

Your packaging protects the item and represents your brand as a seller. Poshmark's partnership with USPS gives you access to free supplies, but there are important rules to follow.

Using Free USPS Supplies

Thanks to Poshmark's partnership, you can use several types of free USPS boxes and mailers with your pre-paid label. These can be picked up at any USPS store or even delivered to your door for free.

Acceptable USPS boxes include:

• Priority Mail boxes and mailers
• Priority Flat Rate boxes and mailers
• Priority Regional Rate boxes and mailers

Crucially, you are NOT allowed to use USPS Express Mail boxes. Using an Express Mail box will result in shipping complications and potential extra charges.

A Note for Sellers in Canada

If you're a Poshmark seller in Canada, you can purchase any Priority envelopes or boxes for your Canada Post label. However, similar to the US rule, you cannot use Xpresspost boxes for your shipments.

Reusing Boxes

To be eco-friendly and save money, you can absolutely reuse a shipping box you have lying around. If you do, make sure you remove or completely cover up any previous shipping labels, barcodes, or addresses to avoid any confusion or routing errors at the post office.

Special Rule for Electronics

There's a specific rule for shipping electronics. You must package electronics in a non-Priority Mail box. Furthermore, any electronics that contain or are packed with lithium batteries have additional shipping requirements you must follow to comply with postal regulations.

Handling Packages Over 5 lbs

The standard Poshmark shipping label covers packages up to 5 lbs. But what happens if you sell a heavy coat, a pair of boots, or a large bundle that exceeds this weight?

Poshmark makes it easy to upgrade your shipping label directly within the app. It's vital to do this, as shipping an overweight package can lead to postage due fees for your buyer and a negative experience.

How to Upgrade Your Shipping Label for Heavier Weight:

1. Open the Poshmark app and go to your Account Tab.
2. Select My Sales.
3. Tap the order that needs a label upgrade.
4. Tap Need New Shipping Label.
5. From the menu, choose Need Heavier Weight Label.
6. Select Please Select Weight and input the new total weight of your package.
7. Tap Next, then Send New Label.

A new, upgraded label will be sent to your email. Any additional cost for the heavier weight will be deducted directly from your seller earnings or credits for that sale. This ensures your package is properly paid for and arrives without issue.

How to Ship on Poshmark: The Final Steps

You’ve made the sale, printed the label, and packaged your item. Now it’s time to get it on its way.

Drop-Off Options

You have a few convenient options for dropping off your package:

• Mailbox Drop: If your package is small enough to fit, you can simply drop it in a USPS or Canada Post mailbox.
• Post Office Drop-Off: You can take your package to any local USPS or Canada Post office and hand it over the counter.

Scheduling a Pickup

If you prefer not to leave home, you can schedule a pickup.

• In the US: You can schedule a free package pickup online via the USPS website.
• In Canada: You can register as a small business for free on the Canada Post website and schedule a pickup for a small fee.

Poshmark Shipping FAQ

Here are answers to a few more common questions sellers have about shipping on Poshmark.

Can I ship internationally with a Poshmark label?

No, Poshmark does not currently support international shipping. US sellers can only ship to US addresses, and Canadian sellers can only ship to Canadian addresses.

Can I ship to a PO Box?

Yes, Poshmark supports shipping to PO Boxes with their labels.

Can I bundle multiple items?

Yes, a buyer can purchase multiple items from your closet in a single order. You can ship them all in one package using one label, as long as the total weight does not exceed 5 pounds.

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Conclusion

The Poshmark shipping label system is designed to be one of the most seller-friendly options in e-commerce. By understanding how to get your label, how to print it, what packaging to use, and how to handle different scenarios like overweight items, you set yourself up for success.

A smooth shipping process leads to happy customers, great reviews, and repeat business. Following this guide will help you master every step of how to ship on Poshmark.

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