UPS Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/tag/ups/ Powerful shipping, simplified. eBay, Amazon, Magento eCommerce shipping Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:52:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.shipstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/cropped-shipstation-favicon-270x270-1-32x32.png UPS Archives - ShipStation https://www.shipstation.com/blog/tag/ups/ 32 32 Ecommerce Returns: How to Turn Returns into Revenue This Holiday Season https://www.shipstation.com/blog/ecommerce-returns-holiday-revenue/ Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:52:47 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=71948 Returns are one of the most misunderstood aspects of ecommerce. While many retailers view them as a necessary cost of doing business, the smartest brands are recognizing something different: returns are actually a critical touchpoint that can make or break customer loyalty. The numbers tell a compelling story. According to the National Retail Federation, approximately […]

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]]> Carrier Flexibility is the New Competitive Edge https://www.shipstation.com/blog/carrier-flexibility-is-the-new-competitive-edge/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 23:07:58 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=71445 If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that shipping challenges are inevitable and often feel endless. From peak season volume surges and carrier capacity crunches, to geopolitical issues and rate volatility, shipping failures and disruptions are unfortunately consistent features of the delivery process. Now more than ever, businesses need a resilient shipping […]

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]]> US: 2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for UPS, USPS, and FedEx https://www.shipstation.com/blog/holiday-shipping-deadlines/ https://www.shipstation.com/blog/holiday-shipping-deadlines/#comments Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:46:37 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=19816 Holiday shoppers start earlier and finish later every year. Find out which services you’ll need to use the closer we get to Christmas.

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]]> https://www.shipstation.com/blog/holiday-shipping-deadlines/feed/ 27 What are Tariffs, Duties, Taxes, and De Minimis Thresholds?  https://www.shipstation.com/blog/what-are-customs-duties-taxes-and-tariffs/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:32:07 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=52388 Ongoing changes to tariffs are creating new challenges for cross-border shipping, affecting businesses that depend on international trade. We’re keeping a close eye on these developments to understand their impact on duties, de minimis thresholds, and overall shipping costs. For the latest official updates, we recommend reviewing the White House’s fact sheet here.  Anyone who […]

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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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]]> How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, and USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing https://www.shipstation.com/blog/dynamic-pricing-2/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 20:03:24 +0000 https://www.shipengine.com/?p=35654 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. 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 both […]

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]]> The Cheapest Way to Ship Packages 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 Looking for the cheapest way to ship a package in 2025? This guide breaks down the most affordable shipping methods by size, weight, speed, and destination. Explore USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and GlobalPost options, and learn how to access major discounts through ShipStation. Get expert tips on reducing costs, using rate comparisons, optimizing workflows, and finding the best shipping solution for your eCommerce or small business needs.

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]]> https://www.shipstation.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship/feed/ 6 How to Sell and Ship Car Parts https://www.shipstation.com/blog/how-to-sell-and-ship-car-parts/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 22:36:12 +0000 https://www.shipstation.com/?p=41934 Running an automotive business requires wrangling in a lot of moving parts. You may have parts for 100s of models and makes of vehicles of every size. Add navigating multiple warehouses, 3PLs, and workers, and it can lead to delays or mis-shipments. ShipStation’s High Volume plan provides a way to streamline processes, find affordable shipping […]

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]]> 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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