On August 29, the USPS is increasing rates for First-Class Letters. That said, you’ll pay less than you would at the post office for retail rates when you purchase postage on Etsy. The retail rates of postage for First-Class Letters is increasing from $0.55 to $0.58, but the First-Class Letters postage rate on Etsy is just $0.53.
Etsy regularly works with shipping carriers like the United States Postal Service to get competitive shipping rates. In fact, you can save up to 30% compared to retail rates when you purchase USPS postage on Etsy.
First-Class Letters can be used to ship stickers and other small flat, pliable items. Plus, they include tracking—giving you extra peace of mind and helping shoppers see when their order will arrive. Tracking for First-Class Letters is only available on Etsy and not offered through the post office. When you purchase a First-Class Letter label, you’ll see the associated tracking number on your orders page. We’ll also send shoppers an email with the tracking number and they can log into their Etsy account to see where their order is—helping you spend less time answering shipping questions.
In addition to increasing the rate for First-Class Letters, the USPS is increasing a few other rates. You’ll see all the new rates reflected in label prices on Etsy on August 29, 2021.
