Starting January 1, 2026, TikTok Shop will only accept USPS labels that are purchased and generated through TikTok Shipping (TikTok’s in-house shipping platform). This means you won't be able to use Pirate Ship to buy USPS labels for orders on TikTok Shop from that date forward 🙈
However, you can still use UPS!
You won't be able to use USPS labels you buy on Pirate Ship for TikTok orders starting 1/1/2026
No third-party USPS labels on TikTok: TikTok Shop will not allow shippers to use USPS labels from third-party sources like Pirate Ship starting on 1/1/2026. If you want to fulfill TikTok Shop orders with USPS labels from that point on, your only option is to purchase USPS services through TikTok Shipping.
To avoid any shipping or fulfillment disruptions, TikTok recommends that sellers prepare to adjust any workflows by December 31st, 2025.
Simple Export Rate also won't be available for TikTok Shop orders
No Simple Export Rate for TikTok orders: Since USPS acts as Asendia's initial service provider before shipments leave the U.S., you won't be able to use Simple Export Rate® for TikTok Shop orders, either. Sorry, matey!
You can still use UPS labels you buy on Pirate Ship for TikTok Shop orders
UPS will still be available: While USPS and Simple Export Rate won't be available starting 1/1/2026, you can still use other carriers outside of USPS. That means any UPS labels you purchase on Pirate Ship are fair game 😉
How can I use Pirate Ship with TikTok Shop?
No TikTok Shop integration: Pirate Ship does not currently integrate with TikTok Shop. TikTok Shop sellers who want to use Pirate Ship must manually upload & enter the tracking number into TikTok for Seller Shipping after purchasing UPS labels.
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