Cheapest Shipping for Facebook Marketplace Sellers
Ship your Marketplace sales for less than Facebook's labels
How Shipping Works on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace started as a local buy/sell platform but now supports nationwide shipping. When a seller opts to ship an item, Facebook provides a prepaid USPS shipping label. The shipping cost is either paid by the buyer or included in the item price. Facebook deducts a selling fee from the transaction. For many casual sellers, this is their first experience with shipping labels, and they often don't realize they have options beyond Facebook's default labels. The built-in system is simple but doesn't offer rate comparison across carriers or access to the deepest postal discounts.
Common Shipping Frustrations
Recommended Shipping Services
| Service | Best For | Est. Cost | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| USPS Ground AdvantageTop Pick | Lightweight items under 1 lb (clothing, small electronics, accessories) | $3-5 | 2-5 days |
| USPS Priority Mail | Items where faster delivery earns better buyer reviews | $7-12 | 1-3 days |
| FedEx Ground | Heavier items like small appliances, electronics, or home goods | $8-15 | 3-7 days |
| UPS Ground | Larger or heavier items that benefit from UPS pricing and handling | $9-16 | 3-7 days |
How to Use I'd Ship That for Facebook Marketplace
After selling an item on Facebook Marketplace, get the buyer's shipping address from the order details. Open I'd Ship That on your phone or computer, enter the destination and your package weight and dimensions, and compare rates across USPS, FedEx, and UPS. Pick the cheapest option, purchase the label, print it, and attach it to your package. Share the tracking number with your buyer through Messenger so they can follow the delivery.
Pro Tips for Facebook Marketplace Sellers
- Weigh and measure your item before listing so you can price shipping accurately and avoid losing money
- For items under 1 lb, USPS Ground Advantage is usually $2-4 cheaper than Facebook's prepaid labels
- Include the discounted shipping cost in your listing price and offer 'free shipping' to attract more buyers
- Ship promptly and share tracking via Messenger to build a positive seller reputation on Marketplace
Frequently Asked Questions
For transactions arranged outside Facebook's checkout system (like local meetup sales that switch to shipping), you can absolutely use your own label. For sales through Facebook's checkout, you typically use their label, but I'd Ship That is perfect for Marketplace sellers who also sell on other platforms.
Yes! Many Facebook Marketplace sellers are shipping for the first time. I'd Ship That makes it simple: enter the address, enter the package weight, and the app shows you rates from USPS, FedEx, and UPS. Pick the cheapest one, buy the label, and print it. No shipping expertise required.
Most sellers save $2-5 per package. Lightweight items under 1 lb see the biggest savings with USPS Ground Advantage at $3-5 versus Facebook's standard USPS rates. There are no monthly fees; you just pay the discounted postage.
I'd Ship That is available as an iOS app, Android app, and on the web. You can create labels from your phone right alongside your Marketplace conversations, or from your computer if you prefer.
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