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How to cut down your boxes to size
How to cut down your boxes to size

Learn some fast techniques for cutting your box down that can help lower your shipping costs

Updated over a week ago

Watch this video to see how you can cut down YARRrrr box to save booty:

  • Cut Your Boxes to Save Costs: When your box is too big for the items you're shipping, you may find it best to cut the box to size. Recycling boxes and making minor customizations is a great way to reduce and reuse materials, while also saving tons of treasAAaarrr!

  • Smaller Boxes Get Cheaper Rates: If your package qualifies for Priority Mail Cubic, cutting down the size of your box can often help you get your package into a cheaper cubic tier. Read more about Priority Mail Cubic here.

Double-check insurance requirements before cutting your boxes

  • Shipping Insurance Won't Cover Altered Packaging: Before you cut down your boxes, keep in mind that any third-party insurance claims may be denied if your package arrives damaged at its final destination.

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