How To Ship a Package

New to shipping or need a refresher? Learn how to ship a package with UPS from these easy steps.

Get Your Package Ready

First things first - you need to pack your items in a sturdy box. If you don’t have one, you can buy one at UPS Shipping Centers.

Seal your box with plastic or nylon tape at least two inches wide. Don’t use duct tape.
Wrap items separately and use cushioning material. Get packaging tips.
Keep in mind, there are additional rules for special-care and prohibited items.
You’ll need to know the dimensions and weight of your box.

You can weigh yourself while holding the package, and then weigh yourself alone. Subtract one from the other to get the weight of your package.

You could always take your package to UPS Shipping Centers, but it’s easy to make a label online, too. You can:

If you don’t have a printer, you can always:

Almost done! You’ve got three options to get your package to UPS:

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