{"id":49022,"date":"2022-11-29T11:25:57","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T17:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/?p=49022"},"modified":"2025-10-14T14:21:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T19:21:04","slug":"how-to-reduce-shipping-costs-for-a-small-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/how-to-reduce-shipping-costs-for-a-small-business\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways to Reduce Shipping Costs for Small Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Finding ways to reduce shipping costs is crucial for all small businesses. There are enough expenses required to run a successful business that you shouldn\u2019t have to worry about paying too much for shipping. You can look at cutting costs in four areas: Finding lower shipping rates, using the right shipping services, affordable packaging, and streamlining shipping workflow. If you can do these things, more cost-effective shipping will follow. Trust us! Afterall, affordable shipping is what ShipStation does best. With this guide, we\u2019ll help you find ways to decrease spending and make shipping quicker and more efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style='border: 1px solid #E2E8F0; border-left: 6px solid #20EE88; padding: 1.5rem; background-color: #F9FAFB; margin: 2rem 0;'><strong>Considerations for Reduced Shipping Costs:<\/strong><ul style='margin-top: 0.75rem; padding-left: 1.25rem; line-height: 1.6;'><li>Utilize shipping discounts to save up to 87% on USPS, UPS, and DHL Express.<\/li><li>Optimize the choice of shipping services for cost efficiency, comparing rates for different carriers.<\/li><li>Invest in affordable packaging options such as poly mailers to reduce shipping costs.<\/li><li>Streamline shipping processes through automation to save time and resources.<\/li><li>Implement effective return policies to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id49022_bbc599-31 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id49022_bbc599-31 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id49022_bbc599-31 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id49022_bbc599-31 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find Lower Shipping Rates&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The simplest way to reduce shipping costs is to make shipping labels more affordable. Don\u2019t pay retail rates you\u2019d find at the post office. There\u2019s plenty of discounts out there and simple to get. Additionally, customers are increasingly cost conscious especially when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/holiday-shopping-trends-report\/\">delivery charges<\/a>. Growing your business will require you to keep shipping costs low. But it\u2019s easier than you may think. Instead of negotiating volume-based pricing, you can access deep savings on the services you already use! We offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/ups-fedex-and-usps-shipping-discounts\/\">shipping discounts of up to 87%<\/a> for USPS, UPS, DHL Express, and many more carriers thanks to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/carrier-services\/\">ShipStation Carrier Services<\/a>. We\u2019ll get into how ShipStation\u2019s shipping and fulfillment features help you reduce shipping costs later, but for now, let\u2019s go on and talk about shipping discounts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-usps-shipping-discounts-nbsp\">USPS Shipping Discounts&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The USPS is a leading carrier for all US merchants. Everyone uses the USPS. And if you need to print shipping labels, ShipStation users can access the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/usps-rates-2022\/\">lowest USPS postage rates<\/a> in the industry. All you have to do is sign up for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/start-a-free-trial\/\">free 30-day trial<\/a> account. Get instant savings such as:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up to 87% off USPS retail prices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mail Express\u00ae \u2013 Save up to 17% off Post Office rates on all Priority Mail Express shipments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Priority Mail\u00ae \u2013 Save up to 35% off Post Office rates on all Priority Mail shipments, depending on weight and distance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First Class Package Service \u2013 Save up to 26% off Post Office rates on all First Class Parcels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International Shipping \u2013 Save up to 5% on Priority Mail International shipments, up to 8% for Priority Mail Express International and up to 5% on First Class Package International Service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*CPP rates are usually reserved for business shipping at least 50,000 units a year. Pay up to 15% lower than these CPP rates simply by signing up for ShipStation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ups-shipping-discounts\">UPS\u00ae Shipping Discounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UPS offers fantastic services and rates for parcels of all shapes, sizes, and delivery needs. This is made even better with ShipStation\u2019s shipping discounts offered through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/partners\/ups\/\">UPS\u00ae from ShipStation<\/a>. The rate you see at checkout is what you pay, and these UPS\u00ae discounts are incredible.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up to 78% off UPS\u00ae Ground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to 87\u00ae off UPS\u00ae&nbsp;International Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to 72% off UPS 2nd Day Air\u00ae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/ups-discount-shipstation\/\">many more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dhl-express-shipping-discounts-for-international-orders\">DHL Express Shipping Discounts for International Orders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>DHL Express is a world leader in international logistics. With ShipStation, you can save up to 75% on shipping costs. ShipStation users can <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115015539888-Create-a-DHL-Express-account-in-ShipStation\">create a new DHL Express account<\/a>, save on shipping, and use a single postage balance for shipping labels for DHL, UPS, USPS, and more. Having options like DHL Express at your disposal help grow your business internationally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-consolidation-insurance-and-freight-shipping-discounts\">Consolidation, Insurance, and Freight Shipping Discounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are ways to ship beyond major carriers. You can diversify your shipping strategy and account for edge cases and bulk delivery needs. Accounts are easy to set up and shipping is as simple as any other carrier. Here are some that you can use through ShipStation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ltl-freight-discounts-through-seko-ltl\">LTL Freight Discounts through Seko LTL<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>ShipStation offers other great ways to save on shipping costs, too. For instance, if you want to deliver LTL freight, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/partners\/seko-ltl\/\">Seko LTL<\/a> is also offered through ShipStation Carrier Services. All you need to start shipping large items or pallets across the country is in our carrier services.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shipping-consolidator-discounts\">Shipping Consolidator Discounts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/partners\/globalpost\/\">GlobalPost <\/a>is a cost-effective way to ship your domestic and international orders. With hubs and last-mile carrier partners in 220+ countries, GlobalPost can help you grow your business with affordable shipping rates and efficient tracking and consolidation options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GP Economy = 78% off<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GP Standard = 72% off<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GP Plus = 74% off<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-insurance-shipping-discounts-from-shipsurance\">Insurance Shipping Discounts from Shipsurance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/partners\/shipsurance\/\">Shipsurance<\/a> from ShipStation allows you to provide insurance coverage for your customers\u2019 parcels for less money than the carriers. It even provides coverage for services that carrier coverage won\u2019t allow! A seller who insures 10 packages per day for a value of $100 each could save $4,375 annually. Additionally, our Stamps.com USPS integration offers parcel coverage at a rate of 40% lower than you\u2019d find from the carrier.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the Right Shipping Services Reduce Shipping Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with the best shipping discounts, using the best service for each shipping is a must. No one\u2014from the newest business to the biggest corporation\u2014wants to throw money away. Sometimes, merchants feel locked into certain carriers and don\u2019t know that they have more affordable options. For instance, you may think a parcel weighing 1.5 lbs would be most affordable with USPS Priority Mail, but UPS\u00ae Ground may be more affordable. Carrier rates change, incentives come around, and you may be stuck using the same old service. Over time, this adds up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not using the most optimal carrier or service for your shipments can cause slower delivery and wasted money. Additionally, using the best shipping service saves you more than just money, it can save you time too! Anyone running a business knows that the simplest math equation is&nbsp; <em>Time = Money<\/em>. No company is too big or too small to optimize shipping. There are scenarios that are tried and true and others that can change based on a few criteria.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-standard-shipping-usps-first-class-mail-vs-usps-priority-mail\">Standard Shipping: USPS First Class Mail\u00ae vs USPS Priority Mail\u00ae<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The question of when to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/usps-first-class-mail-vs-priority-mail\/\">USPS First Class Mail\u00ae or Priority Mail<\/a>\u00ae usually comes down to if the parcel weighs less than 16 ounces. Any package under a pound will usually ship most affordably with USPS First Class Mail. While First Class can take a day or two longer to reach its destination, the savings are substantial enough to make it worth it for economical or standard shipping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ups-ground-vs-usps-priority-mail\">UPS\u00ae Ground vs USPS Priority Mail\u00ae<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UPS\u00ae Ground and USPS Priority Mail\u00ae are two of the most important shipping services for merchants shipping parcels. They both offer detailed tracking and similar 1\u20134 day shipping timeframes. The old rule of thumb is: They offer competitive rates for small, light parcels. But as you move up in weight and size, UPS\u00ae takes the lead. But this is more for retail rates. With UPS\u00ae from ShipStation, you can save up to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/ups\/\">78% on UPS\u00ae Ground<\/a>. Shipping rates this low can change which shipping service you choose\u2014especially for small, light parcels that USPS historically wins on. Comparing rates to find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/cheapest-way-to-ship\/\">cheapest way to ship<\/a> is crucial for reducing shipping costs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-express-shipping-what-to-use-for-fast-shipping\">Express Shipping: What to Use For Fast Shipping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For express shipping, you have a few options to choose from. With ShipStation, you can save big on both UPS\u00ae and USPS express shipping services. For instance, UPS\u00ae 2nd Day Air is available at a discount of up to 72% off. But there are other options, too. USPS Priority Mail Express offers great rates, particularly for lightweight parcels. As with other shipping services, rate shopping tools like a <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360026157611-Calculate-Rates\">shipping calculator<\/a> will give you the best idea of when to use a specific service as well as a better delivery timeframe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-affordable-overnight-shipping-options\">Affordable Overnight Shipping Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/overnight-shipping-options\/\">Next-day shipping<\/a> is a separate beast. These services are expensive and you have to ship them by a certain time of day in order to even have it be accepted. Depending on the delivery area, carrier or service, overnight shipping rates can accrue additional carrier surcharges. This is why it is good to use a service like UPS from ShipStation. The rate you pay at checkout is much more likely to be the final price you pay. This helps you avoid end-of-month surprises on your invoice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-usps-media-mail-reduces-shipping-costs-for-books-movies-and-music-nbsp\">USPS Media Mail Reduces Shipping Costs For Books, Movies, and Music&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/media-mails-rates\/\">USPS Media Mail<\/a> helps merchants reduce shipping costs when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/shipping-books\/\">shipping books<\/a>, movies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-vinyl-records\/\">music<\/a>, and other physical media. If you are sending qualified materials, Media Mail helps reduce shipping costs. Media Mail allows you to ship parcels weighing up to 70 lbs. anywhere in the US, so you can ship volumes of encyclopedias for cheap!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-flat-rate-shipping-best-for-reducing-shipping-costs-nbsp\">Is Flat Rate Shipping Best For Reducing Shipping Costs?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-stop-overpaying-on-shipping\/\">Flat-rate packaging<\/a> can be an easy way to save money on shipping. However, there are situations where standard packaging is more affordable. This is especially true if you\u2019re shipping lightweight items. The USPS hopes you ship a sweater in a flat rate box! Flat rate services work because carriers have specially designed the packages to fit neatly into their trucks, pass through facilities, and be delivered with ease. Flat-rate boxes are most affordable when shipping heavy items (that fit in the box, of course).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-reduce-international-shipping-costs\">How to Reduce International Shipping Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/cheapest-international-shipping\/\">International shipping<\/a> is notoriously expensive. But, there are always places to trim costs. There is no tried and true option for <a href=\"\/features\/international-shipping\/\">cheapest international shipping options<\/a> unless you use First Class Mail International. But, with no tracking or delivery timeframe, it\u2019s not going to win any awards. Factors like country, size, and speed play heavily into which service will work best. That\u2019s why it\u2019s recommended to have access to as many carriers as possible to find the best way to ship. Having DHL Express, UPS, USPS, Global Post, and FedEx accounts will allow you to keep costs as low as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Affordable Packaging Reduces Shipping Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reduce-packaging-costs-with-poly-mailers-and-bubble-mailers\">Reduce Packaging Costs With Poly Mailers and Bubble Mailers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipstation.com\/blog\/4-reasons-to-ship-with-poly-mailers\/\">Poly mailers and bubble mailers<\/a> are affordable packaging options that work with most parcel shipping services. Parcel delivery services consider these bags to be packages, not envelopes. But, they\u2019re pliable, can fit into nooks in delivery vehicles, and can usually fit in mailboxes. They\u2019re also much more affordable to buy in bulk than boxes. Just be sure that you\u2019re not putting items too fragile or pointy into these bags. They can break easily or puncture the mailer. This can cause additional handling fees.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-free-shipping-supplies\">How to Get Free Shipping Supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best place to get free shipping supplies is from the carrier. You can usually get free shipping boxes, labels, etc. if you know where to look. Commonly offered free shipping supplies you can get from carriers include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hazmat labels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry Ice Labels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flat Rate boxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airway bills&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shipping tubes&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Express envelopes&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>ShipStation also partners with <a href=\"https:\/\/onyxproducts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Onyx Products<\/a> for shipping supplies like printers and scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-free-carrier-provided-shipping-supplies\">Free Carrier-Provided Shipping Supplies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Free carrier-provided shipping supplies go far beyond flat rate packaging. You can find many free accessories, supplies, and packaging to fit many different situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>How to get free shipping supplies from carriers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ups.com\/us\/en\/help-center\/packaging-and-supplies\/supplies-forms.page\">UPS Free Supplies<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/store.usps.com\/store\/results\/free-shipping-supplies\/shipping-supplies\/_\/N-alnx4jZ7d0v8v?Nrpp=48\">USPS Free Supplies<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/us\/fcl\/pckgenvlp\/ordersupplies\/\">FedEx Free Supplies<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/mydhl.express.dhl\/sz\/en\/ship\/order-supplies.html\">DHL Express Free Supplies<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buy-cheaper-shipping-supplies\">Buy Cheaper Shipping Supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all shipping supplies are going to be free. If you find yourself having to supply your own shipping materials, there are always affordable options like <a href=\"http:\/\/uline.com\">Uline<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\">Amazon<\/a>, or even stores like Staples. But, if items are already in rigid, cardboard boxes, they could be ready to ship on their own! Keep in mind, though, that information that lets you know what contents are inside\u2014brand name, content types, pictures\u2014can increase the risk of items being stolen. And this, in turn, can cause shipping insurance claims to be rejected.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Streamline Shipping and Fulfillment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rate-shop-with-a-rate-comparison-tool-nbsp\">Rate Shop With a Rate Comparison Tool&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to reduce shipping costs is to see all the different carrier rates available for any given order. ShipStation\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360026157611-Calculate-Rates\">rate calculator<\/a> lets you make sure that you are using the best service every time you print a label. Comparing shipping services allows you to protect your profit margins. Just saving a few cents on every shipment can really add up!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shipping-automation-shortens-fulfillment-time\">Shipping Automation Shortens Fulfillment Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shipping and fulfillment is more than putting items in a box and slapping a label on it. Automated shipping workflows from ShipStation help you avoid manual tasks and allow you to reduce the time and money it takes to ship. Many ShipStation customers automate their workflow to the point that all they have to do is click \u201cCreate Label.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-automatically-configure-shipments\">Automatically Configure Shipments<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>ShipStation lets you apply specific actions to orders as soon as they import. You can configure <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025870192-Automation-Basics\">import automations<\/a> to your specific needs. There are countless configurations available for you to set up. For instance, any domestic order weighing under 1 lb needs to use USPS First Class Mail, you can configure that! So anything you find yourself repeating throughout the day can likely be automated. Taking this a step further, we can even bring <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025870232-Service-Mapping\">this shipping service information<\/a> over from your stores.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scan-based-workflows-let-you-ship-the-right-items-every-time\">Scan-Based Workflows Let You Ship The Right Items Every Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be a major headache if you send out duplicate items or wrong items to a customer. It adds work, causes negative customer experiences, and hurts your bottom line. Luckily, there is a solution! <a href=\"https:\/\/help.shipstation.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360031021831\">Scan to Verify<\/a> ensures that a shipping label cannot be created until you scan the UPC or SKU barcodes on every item in an order. This customizable feature verifies that ALL items in and ONLY the items in an order are accounted for when you print the label. Features like this are available at no extra cost through ShipStation. If you were to find a standalone solution like this, it can become quite expensive. It is also an extra program to have to integrate your stores or order management system to. With ShipStation, it fits right into your shipping workflow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class='schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block' style='max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 2rem 1rem;'><h2 style='font-size: 2rem; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 2rem; padding-top: 2rem; border-top: 1px solid #eee;'>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><div class='schema-faq-section' style='margin-bottom: 2rem;'><h3 class='schema-faq-question' style='font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #0A7547; padding-left: 0.75rem;'>How can I find lower shipping rates for my small business?<\/h3><p class='schema-faq-answer' style='font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;'>You can access lower shipping rates by utilizing services like ShipStation, which offers discounts of up to 87% on USPS, UPS, and DHL Express, available through their Carrier Services.<\/p><\/div><div class='schema-faq-section' style='margin-bottom: 2rem;'><h3 class='schema-faq-question' style='font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #0A7547; padding-left: 0.75rem;'>What packaging options can help reduce shipping costs?<\/h3><p class='schema-faq-answer' style='font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;'>Affordable packaging options like poly mailers and bubble mailers are recommended as they are lighter and can help reduce shipping costs while maintaining package integrity.<\/p><\/div><div class='schema-faq-section' style='margin-bottom: 2rem;'><h3 class='schema-faq-question' style='font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #0A7547; padding-left: 0.75rem;'>How does shipping automation help my business?<\/h3><p class='schema-faq-answer' style='font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;'>Shipping automation simplifies the fulfillment process by reducing manual tasks, allowing you to create shipping labels with just one click and saving time and resources.<\/p><\/div><div class='schema-faq-section' style='margin-bottom: 2rem;'><h3 class='schema-faq-question' style='font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #0A7547; padding-left: 0.75rem;'>What are the best practices for choosing shipping carriers?<\/h3><p class='schema-faq-answer' style='font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;'>Evaluate shipping rates, delivery speed, and service reliability among different carriers. Use tools like ShipStation\u2019s rate calculator to compare costs and choose the best option for each shipment.<\/p><\/div><div class='schema-faq-section' style='margin-bottom: 2rem;'><h3 class='schema-faq-question' style='font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: 700; margin-bottom: 0.5rem; border-left: 4px solid #0A7547; padding-left: 0.75rem;'>How can I handle returns effectively?<\/h3><p class='schema-faq-answer' style='font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;'>Implement a clear return policy and utilize ShipStation\u2019s tools to manage returns efficiently, turning potential losses into opportunities for customer retention and satisfaction.<\/p><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion-how-to-keep-shipping-costs-low\">Conclusion: How to Keep Shipping Costs Low<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Shipping is a necessary expense of running an online business. But it doesn\u2019t have to be difficult, and it doesn\u2019t have to be expensive. Finding ways to charge for shipping, streamline your workflow, and keep costs low will protect your profit margins and help you grow your business. ShipStation wants to help you do all of these things. 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