Carrier Rates Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/topics/carrier-rates/ Powerful shipping, simplified. eBay, Amazon, Magento eCommerce shipping Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:39:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.shipstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Carrier Rates Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/topics/carrier-rates/ 32 32 Meeting the Demands of Next-Gen Shoppers: How to Stay Relevant in 2025 https://www.shipstation.com/blog/meeting-the-demands-of-next-gen-shoppers/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 20:21:10 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=65020 Can your brand meet the demands of the next generation of retail customers? Gen Z and millennial shoppers expect more than ever before. They demand effortless, fast, and highly tailored shopping experiences. According to the 2025 ShipStation Ecommerce Delivery Benchmark Report, 64% of Gen Z shoppers plan to shop more often on marketplaces, and 74% […]

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]]> 2025 USPS Rate Changes and Service Updates https://www.shipstation.com/blog/2025-usps-rate-changes/ Mon, 13 Jan 2025 17:00:39 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=64001 Updated as of 1/20/25. The United States Postal Service (USPS®) updates its rates at least once a year, and sometimes more frequently. At ShipStation, we’re committed to keeping you informed and providing support every step of the way during these changes. The good news? We offer best-in-class discounted rates across USPS shipping services, along with […]

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]]> How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, & USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing https://www.shipstation.com/blog/dynamic-pricing/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 20:36:39 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=62713 In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is essential for success, especially in the shipping industry. As consumer expectations rise and market conditions shift, carriers are changing how they set prices and fixed-rate pricing is becoming outdated. Instead, dynamic pricing is on the rise, adjusting based on real-time supply and demand. Understanding this shift is essential for […]

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]]> Get Discounted FedEx Shipping Rates With ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/discounted-fedex-shipping-rates/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:01:07 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=63203 ShipStation now offers up to 90% off FedEx services,* giving you greater flexibility and access to significant savings on a variety of FedEx shipping options. How ShipStation and FedEx help you ship As a leader in shipping and a trusted choice for ecommerce merchants, we know smaller shippers often lack the volume needed to secure […]

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]]> What Are Demand Surcharges and How Do They Affect Your Shipping Costs? https://www.shipstation.com/blog/peak-demand-surcharges/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:16:06 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=62817 Have you ever wondered why your shipping costs seem to fluctuate, even for the same package to the same destination? One factor that can significantly impact your shipping expenses is demand surcharges. What are demand surcharges? Demand surcharges are additional fees imposed by shipping carriers during periods of peak demand. These surcharges are designed to […]

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]]> 2024 USPS Rate Changes and Service Updates https://www.shipstation.com/blog/usps-rate-changes/ Sun, 07 Jan 2024 19:32:00 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=50704 Welcome to our United States Postal Service Updates blog, your guide to the changing postal scene. Here, we’ll share the latest news and rate updates from the USPS. Dive in as we break down the 2024 updates. January 2024 Highlights  Effective January 21st, the USPS is implementing adjustments to its shipping rates, impacting various services […]

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]]> The Cheapest Way to Ship a Package in 2025 https://www.shipstation.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship/ https://www.shipstation.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship/#comments Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:57:00 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=21949 Shipping can be expensive. In this guide, we offer tips & solutions that show you how to save money on shipping, order fulfillment, & packaging.

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]]> https://www.shipstation.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship/feed/ 6 UPS® Ground Saver Now Available on ShipStation: The New Way to Reduce Shipping Costs https://www.shipstation.com/blog/ups-ground-saver/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:30:00 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=54998 Have you ever experienced shipping costs that exceed the value of what is being shipped? For small business owners, this makes very little sense. Saving merchants money on shipping is what we’re here to do. UPS® Ground Saver is designed to offer a premium shipping experience at an economy rate for residential, lightweight shipments.  This […]

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]]> How to Make Shipping Insurance More Efficient https://www.shipstation.com/blog/how-to-make-shipping-insurance-more-efficient/ https://www.shipstation.com/blog/how-to-make-shipping-insurance-more-efficient/#comments Tue, 27 Jun 2023 13:43:32 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=21538 Protecting shipments against damage and theft is necessary. Regardless of whether you or your customers want to shell out a little extra money, there’s just some things you can’t avoid. Insurance is one of them! However, insurance doesn’t have to be a hassle. And, of course, the best insurance is insurance you don’t have to […]

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