Can I print postage at home?

United States postage can be purchased and printed from your home easily using a computer with internet access, a regular printer, and printer paper. Printing your own postage is convenient and can save you a lot of time, especially if you run a small business or ship items frequently.

Can I print postage on plain paper?

You can print postage on regular paper if you are mailing packages. A package is a box or padded mailer at least 3/4 inches thick. Most of the included layouts (printing layouts) print to paper.

Is it cheaper to print your own stamps?

No, it actually costs less. At Stamps.com we don’t mark-up the postage you print. In fact, with our negotiated USPS and UPS discounts, rates are some of the most competitive rates available anywhere.

Is it cheaper to buy postage online?

Letters cost the same whether you’re buying your postage online, over the counter at a Post Office or using postage stamps. If you’re sending one or hundreds of small or medium parcels, you can find lower postage prices online with Click & Drop® at send.royalmail.com.

How do you print stamps at home?

Printing stamps at home is quite easy, once you’ve set up an account with an online postage provider. To start printing stamps from your home, you’ll need to log into your Stamps.com account or go to one of the other USPS authorized postage websites. Click the “Print Postage Options” You will be redirected to a new screen.

How much postage do you need to mail a letter?

A letter weighing 1 ounce will need one first-class stamp. As of January 2019 a first-class stamp costs $0.55, every additional ounce is charged at $0.15. So if you are sending a 2-ounce letter you will need $0.70 worth of postage stamps. Be aware that prices may vary depending on where you buy your stamps from.

How do you print first class mail?

Choose the Print button to print your first-class mail shipping label. Place and tape it to your package to complete the process and send it out. At this point, you have the option to hand it off to your mail delivery person or you can drop the package in any USPS mailbox.

Can I print postage stamps online?

Online Postage Made Easy. If you want to avoid trips to the post office and handle all your physical mail from home, you can print stamps online. You’ll save time and money by printing your own stamps from home and you will have access to all mail classes provided by the USPS, including certified mail.