How to buy certified mail online

Buying certified mail online is a convenient and secure way to send important documents and packages. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you purchase certified mail online:

Option 1: USPS Website

1. Go to the official USPS website (www.usps.com).
2. Click on "Ship" at the top of the page.
3. Select "Certified Mail" from the drop-down menu.
4. Enter the recipient's address and your return address.
5. Choose the type of certified mail you want to purchase (e.g., Certified Mail with Return Receipt).
6. Pay for the service using a credit card or PayPal.
7. Print the certified mail label and attach it to your package.

Option 2: Online Shipping Platforms

1. Use online shipping platforms like Stamps.com, Endicia, or ShipStation.
2. Sign up for an account and follow these steps:
   • Enter the recipient's address and your return address.
   • Choose the type of certified mail you want to purchase.
   • Pay for the service using a credit card or PayPal.
   • Print the certified mail label and attach it to your package.

Tips and Considerations

• Make sure you have a printer and a scanner to print and scan the certified mail label and receipt.
• Keep a record of the tracking number and receipt for your records.
• Certified mail is only available for domestic mail within the United States.
• The cost of certified mail varies depending on the weight and size of the package, as well as the distance it needs to travel.
• You can also purchase certified mail at a local post office or through a private carrier like UPS or FedEx.

Fees and Prices

• Certified Mail (domestic): $3.95 (first ounce), $0.15 per additional ounce
• Certified Mail with Return Receipt (domestic): $5.95 (first ounce), $0.15 per additional ounce
• International Certified Mail: varies depending on the destination and weight of the package

Remember to always follow the guidelines and regulations set by the USPS and any other shipping carriers you use.