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USPS Shipping Types explained
USPS has several service levels, PostageEasy™ supports all of them. Each service level is detailed below.
Service |
Priority Mail Express® | Priority Mail® | USPS Ground Advantage® | First-Class Mail® |
| You're sending something urgent that must arrive next-day or 2-day.1 You need date-certain delivery with money-back guarantee. | You're sending important items that need to arrive in 1-3 business days. | Low rates for packages with expected delivery in 2-5 business days5 (also the primary option for HAZMAT items that can't travel by air). | You're sending a letter envelope (under 3.5 oz) or large envelope (under 13 oz) that's flat and bends easily. | |
Delivery Speed |
Next-Day to 2-Day | 1-3 Business Days | 2-5 Business Days | 1-5 Business Days |
Max Weight |
70 lbs | 70 lbs | 70 lbs | Letters: 3.5 oz Large Envelopes: 13 oz |
Tracking |
Included | Included | Included | No. (Delivery confirmation available if you add a service such as Certified Mail) |
Insurance |
Up to $100 included. | Up to $100 included. | Up to $100 included. | None for letters |