What is the difference in UPS and USPS as far as the PayPal system is concerned? When I start selling, I want to use UPS, but seems like Paypal prefers USPS. Is there a cost difference "tween them?
New to all this, SuzyDsells

So I decide to not sell those items anymore because of that issue.

Eric ParadiseTreasure www.ParadiseTreasure.com

Hi ParadiseTreasure (26, 27),
Ah, I see, I should have been more clear in my answer. You can print first class mail for parcels, because delivery confirmation is available on this service, but you cannot print first class for letters or flats.

Hi timecatchers (#21)
Here's some information on SCAN forms (i.e) Shipment Confirmation Acceptance Notice.

The SCAN form is available to be printed out when you use the PayPal Multi-Order Shipping Solution (MOS). It contains a master barcode that represents all the packages in a shipment. When your packages are received by the Postal Service, this single scan enters all of your associated packages into the database as “Shipment Accepted”. This status will show up to buyers through the “Order Details” in my eBay.

You can check with your local Post Master about the availability of acceptance scans by your letter carrier.

Thanks,
--Anar

Hi timecatchers: (re: post 32)

Please see post # 31.

Thanks,

Deirdre
eBay Community Development

Hi paupershophopper, (#20)

Adding measurements and weight in the MultiOrder shipping tool works the same way it does with the single label application; you should have no trouble creating a label if you already are familiar with the single label tool. We include a reference number on each shipping label so you can match it back to the original eBay transaction in the MultiOrder tool.

Here's a reminder to our sellers that UPS rates will change on December 31 2007. You can click through on this link: http://www.ups.com/rates/ to learn more. The new rates will be available in the eBay shipping calculator and PayPal label printing solution effective December 31.

Hi SuzyDsells, (#25)

You are encouraged to user either UPS or USPS. PayPal does not assign preference to either option. Depending on the specific service type, package weight, and dimensions there will likely be a difference in price. The main reason for differences in price is some services are faster than others and may include additional features such as tracking and delivery confirmation.

Thanks everyone for the great questions and coming to visit with us!!! This concludes the "Shipping Tips for the Holiday Season!" workshop. Be sure to check the Workshop Calendar for upcoming workshops. Happy Holidays!!!! Deirdre eBay Community Development