Getting Started
Quickly learn all the basics about what Pirate Ship is and how it works.
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15 articles in this collection
Written by Bjorn, Jameson Morris, Lexy and 1 other
Written by Bjorn, Jameson Morris, Lexy and 1 other
How to select your Package Type when creating a label
A visual example of choosing your Packaging Type and Services
Written by Ben Prindle
Updated over a week ago
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How to choose a shipping Service when creating a label
A visual example of choosing a Service before buying a label
Written by Ben Prindle
Updated over a week ago
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Does Pirate Ship have a referral program?
Do I get affiliate credit for referring friends?
Written by Lexy
Updated over a week ago
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How Do I Create a Label?
There are three options for creating a label.
Written by Bjorn
Updated over a week ago
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Why can't I sign up for a Pirate Ship account when it says invalid address?
Here's what to do if you can't create an account because it's saying your city/state/zipcode don't match.
Written by Lexy
Updated over a week ago
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How does Pirate Ship make money?
What's our business model? What's the catch? Is this too good to be true? Here's why you shouldn't worry about us, USPS® has got our back!
Written by Bjorn
Updated over a week ago
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What is Pirate Ship?
Learn more about our free shipping software
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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How much does Pirate Ship cost?
Pirate Ship is 100% free, with no markups, fees, or minimums
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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How do I sign up for Pirate Ship and start shipping?
Signing up is free and easy
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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Is there a free trial, or do I need to enter my credit card to create an account?
Pirate Ship is 100% free with no monthly fees or hidden costs
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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Do I need an account with USPS®, Stamps.com®, or Endicia® to use Pirate Ship?
You don’t need an account with any other company
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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I ship lots of packages, can I get better rates?
Learn about the deepest discounts USPS® offers
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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Is my data safe with Pirate Ship?
Data storage and privacy
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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How do I print labels? Do I need a special kind of printer?
Printing shipping labels and label printer recommendations
Written by Jameson Morris
Updated over a week ago
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Can I print a test label?
Test labels to verify your printer is working correctly
Written by Bjorn
Updated over a week ago
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