EVERYTHING about PIRATE SHIP Shipping Tutorial How to Use it Step by Step How to Ship a Package

[@thecollegepicker]

You will need a shipping scale for printing shipping from home - amzn.to/2QPCyXh Under $20 👌

[@briibriiduhbreezy3634]

How do you do multiple labels & pay once all labels are done filled out.

[@thecollegepicker]

Hi, reach out to pirate ship chat and they will be happy to get it all situated for you.

[@parisattic]

I bought one (the shipping scale / Amazon link) a few years ago. Just this year I noticed the 'Hold' button. 😛 Saves time!

[@ivault3]

@@parisattic what is the hold button for?!

[@parisattic]

@@ivault3 When a package is so large that you cannot read the display. If you can't read the display, you press the hold button. You then take your package off of the scale, and read the display's weight. On a scale that doesn't have the hold function, you would then need to weigh each individual item, then add up the amounts weight, to determine the shipping weight.. including the shipping box and dunnage.

[@samcurto4793]

I went from paying around $12-15 per shipment to $3 a shipment plus I can do it from home! Had to buy a printer but totally worth it 👌

[@Dreadzy]

does it have to be a label printer or does a regular paper printer work ?

[@johndoe9843]

​@@Dreadzynormal printer will work. Just have to tape it on the box instead of it being a sticker you slap on

[@cheyenna666]

Wait how did you do this? Because my shipping label cost is like $6-$8 and I don’t wanna pay so much out of pocket, do I really need a specific printer to get a cheaper price?

[@samcurto4793]

@@cheyenna666 pirate ship

[@fastpray353]

I read online you can print from library if you don’t have a printer. and tape it on.

[@jarrodlong850]

Another small tip regarding the End of Day scan form. For those that may not be aware, you can print this form on a 4x6 and the barcode will still scan as it would a full sheet. Even though my carrier does not use the scan form (they are rural carriers and get more credit for individually scanning) my in the office USPS folks love it.

[@thecollegepicker]

Appreciate the tips! Yeah no need to print on a full sheet. 4x6 does it all!

[@_Vinyl-zs8fe]

Been using Pirate Ship for over two years now and it’s great. I recommend it highly!

[@GGtheDIVA]

I love PirateShip it saves my business so much money on shipping!

[@thecollegepicker]

It's a good service 😊

[@lifeofrk2099]

Can I ask you a question, so in the video I don’t know if you watched the whole thing but it was $9 to get to him and if I do that I will be losing money because my shipping is $5.99 but if I personally print it , from there will usps know it’s from there and charge cheaper shipping?

[@thecollegepicker]

It depends what you are shipping and how much your package weighs to find out the cost. It may be cheaper or it may be more expensive depending. If you lose a little money then you will learn for next time.

[@fastpray353]

@@lifeofrk2099May I ask what shipping do you have that is $5.99?

[@ethrift7932]

I sold a 3lb item and it was going to cost me $23 with eBay and over on PirateShip it cost me $8. 🤯

[@thecollegepicker]

That's an amazing savings 🤣👍👍 thanks for watching

[@KNOERLOKO76k]

How do you guys do it? I literally try to ship an item that’s 1 pound on pirate ship and it’s asking $8.42, mercari is $4.99 for 1 pound...

[@ethrift7932]

Carlos Cano they’re factors into play and can depend on the size of the box and it’s location! Remember it’s cubic shipping! For a 1lb item I wouldn’t use cubic shipping, I’ll use a flat rate envelope or padded flat rate; if it fits. In your case I’ll use Mercari bc at $4.99 for a pound its a great deal, that’s a first class rate 👌🏽I don’t sell on Mercari but I’m sure that’s a special price for them. My item was so compact and small is why I’m guessing I got the rate I got!

[@TheDwilliams1000]

That's so awesome! I've been using them for the past two months and they are amazing!

[@creolecherries]

@@TheDwilliams1000 does it send a tracking number to your customer

[@Ebaydays]

The box in a bag thing is pretty awesome I haven’t tried that yet but I have used them for regular large boxes and saved hundreds! Thanks for the video man lots of good info!

[@thecollegepicker]

^Watched on 40x speed 🤣

[@Ebaydays]

thecollegepicker hey man when I see a empty comment section I gotta be first 😂 😘

[@Mrs.H.January23]

Thank you so much for taking the time and going through the whole process, I am new to this and it was so helpful!!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are very welcome ☺️

[@perezemilio11]

Pirate ship has been a life saver for the past 6 months, on ebay something goes for $33 pirate ship only $10.95 🤯🤯

[@thecollegepicker]

Wow thats an amazing savings! I only usually have packages that are a few bucks but dang, thats awesome!

[@Jameson11ink]

@@thecollegepicker used pirate ship 2mo ago for an USA to AUS sale - 5lb item priority was $187 and it shipped on pirate for $89 pretty decent :P

[@lifeofrk2099]

I’m still kind of confused on how to work pirate ship, how does the prices get cheaper and how do they know you used pirate ship to lower the prices

[@woozymuse]

This tutorial is sorely needed! Thank you! The first week I used Pirate Ship I sent two orders to the same buyer 😑 You live and learn.

[@thecollegepicker]

Thanks for checking it out! How did you get those mixed up? Checking too many boxes and buying the shipping? It's not streamlined for large volume sellers with the integration from my experience ☹️

[@woozymuse]

thecollegepicker , to be honest I just didn’t look at the labels after I printed them. I thought that all I had to do was print all and the labels would come up with each buyers information and it didn’t. So by me not checking twice, I got myself in a pickle. I’m not a height volume seller either. I wouldn’t trust trying to spool all your sales in one group. That’s the only fall back I can see. Pirate ship is my go to shipping site. I don’t even bother with USPS or eBay labels anymore. I do use my Paypal business debit card as my payment form and I get 1% cash back on shipping 😉

[@AndySoMeta]

Yes Brothaman! What an amazing pirateship tutorial. This is archive material right here.

[@thecollegepicker]

Appreciate it dude! To the archive hahaha =)

[@SoulInspiredSeller]

Omg! I thought I knew all the hacks, but you have saved my life! I was always wondering how people got the scan form. This will be such a help with shipping times. Thank you!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome 😊. Glad to help.

[@WillowAustinGirl]

how do you print two separate end of day scans that have shipments going to 2 different post offices?

[@mizzysparrots4874]

I just started mailing decals, which are really light weight and simple, but shipping is still $4 for first class and $8 for priority. I tried looking into this, and ITS MORE EXPENSIVE than the post office. I came up as almost $6 for first class. WTH?

[@thecollegepicker]

If they are decals you should be able to use forever stamps and save a lot of money.

[@GEO-mania]

send it out just like a letter. put it in the envelope and use a forever stamp

[@dy9278]

Geez! College?

[@debbieholt8261]

@@thecollegepicker But No Tracking number, right?

[@thecollegepicker]

It wouldn't have tracking with a stamp no.

[@michaelwiebers9656]

Yes, this is very much needed vlog. It sure went by me quickly but I hopefully was able put it in my system. I just listed my first item on eBay after 50+ years. I know it’s easier with repeated exposures. Again, tnx for the lesson 😺.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are very welcome, let me know if you have any questions about it =) Thanks for checking out the video

[@intentionalness2222]

omg thaaaaaaank you this was so much simpler than the advice id been given before.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are very welcome ☺️

[@GavinRSullivan]

5:05 Dude that Walmart is a block from my house 🤯😂 That had me tripping for a second there seeing that address

[@thecollegepicker]

Lmaoooo

[@KevinLynchMusic]

21:29 - You didn't blur the address that you were shipping to!!!

[@TaraWagner]

You had me sold halfway through the video with the Simple Export tip! Thank you! You just saved me $10 on a package I'm about to ship and probably 100s a year compared to USPS. Kicking myself for not doing this sooner. lol

[@FaithfulListener315]

another question..... with poly bags do you shorten the bag measurement if you shorten the length when taping it? thanks!

[@thecollegepicker]

Yes I adjust the measurements accordingly. They charge by volume, it would be similar to cutting down a box as well.

[@screamingsvtcobra6220]

AWESOME Content man. Helped me understand Pirate Ship a lot

[@faithdeniah]

Thank you for this video, I just opened a small business and this was VERY HELPFUL!!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are very welcome. Hopefully some stuff you can utilize for your business 😅 appreciate you watching

[@bryanleyda6370]

Great video why cant other videos be this good!!! very helpful.

[@thecollegepicker]

Glad you enjoyed =)

[@timothythomas1626]

Been using them for almost 3 years and have saved thousands.

[@colgatetoothpaste4865]

I saved a trillions dollars 💵

[@tobyrodock7200]

That was an awesome video Eric I’m going to get this done and I just sold a cast iron skillet and I’m going to see what the difference in price is because it fits in a padded USPS envelope so will check it out

[@thecollegepicker]

Thanks for watching. Padded flat rate won't be any cheaper on pirateship, I actually think it's about 2% cheaper on eBay. Not exactly sure why. This is one of the outliers 🤣🙏

[@tacktemplates2591]

I have also noticed Priority packages shipped through PirateShip say they come w/ $100 insurance whereas normally Priority through USPS onlys come w/ $50 insurance standard. Do you know if this is an extra benefit offered through PirateShip? Or is this a typo in the rates?

[@kopnbop]

U did one great job bro. THANKYOU! 👌

[@tryingtolearnthis]

So glad I came across your channel. Your content is very informative.

[@thecollegepicker]

I appreciate it. Thanks for watching 😊.

[@chickwitthagoodies]

Omg I'm so happy to find out about this site

[@thecollegepicker]

Its a good service =)

[@mrs.marlons.blocker1220]

THIS WAS A LIFE SAVER!!!

[@meanjeand57]

Love this Thank you! I use Paypal credit card and get cash back deal. So much I didn't know could be done. You are awesome! Will be watching again. So much great information.

[@thecollegepicker]

Thats the way to do it! =) Thanks for checking out the video

[@raquelguerra226]

Wow it is just great and easy to use, thank you!!!! You save me from a lot of work, i was lost

[@MickieMuellerStudio]

Does Pirate Ship give all the tracking numbers to Etsy so that we don't have to go into Etsy and add that manually?

[@dojacatstan9806]

have a question. When you add pirate shipping to Etsy will the customer have to pay for the ups shipping because when you list your items it says ups will be the shipper. So overall do I pay for the pirate shipping and they pay for the ups shipping I’m so confused 🤣

[@tiffanyevans8801]

Did you find out the answer to this? I'd like to know as well

[@thecollegepicker]

Pirate ship is USPS only it won't work with UPS.

[@dojacatstan9806]

@@tiffanyevans8801 so it only works with usps but I think you have to charge the Etsy customer for shipping and pay pirate shipping but I don’t know because I didn’t use it.

[@tiffanyevans8801]

@@dojacatstan9806 Thx. Yes that seems to be right, I think. I've watched a cpl more videos. Trying to get this sorted out. I appreciate the reply!

[@dojacatstan9806]

@@tiffanyevans8801 you’re welcome 🙂

[@GerryPicker]

Thanks for this video & the indexing is great 👍👍

[@thecollegepicker]

Appreciate it =)

[@TheTonyAndreas]

This is an amazing tutorial bro! Thank you!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome. Happy to help 😊

[@jessicacaraballo9265]

thanks so much!! all your videos are fantastic!!

[@KeithJacobs-pr7oo]

Fantastic customer service, very user friendly, truly does save you money, highly recommended

[@thecollegepicker]

100%

[@Ijustpiddle]

Before the USPS went to the DIM rate last June, Pirateship was the bomb for me! After that Pirateship is rarely cheaper. I believe it is because they implemented ZONES and since I live in the middle of the country my pricing is different than someone more towards a coastal area. Example, before the DIM rate went into effect, you and I were charged the same rate for a 3lb. box to California. Now with the DIM weight - ZONES, your cost is higher than mine for the same box because you are further so Pirateship helps you out. I shipped some shoes to California yesterday, 3lb and 9 oz. Pirateship was a $1.04 more:) Every once in a while though I get to pull off the box in and tricks and save some money:)

[@thecollegepicker]

Pirate ship slacking!

[@Ijustpiddle]

@@thecollegepicker PS was actually cheaper the other day:)

[@BryanTitus22]

dude this was amazing video and i saved 17 bucks on shipment ...so thank you again!!!

[@thecollegepicker]

Glad I could help! Was thinking about doing an updated version of this video but I guess it still works in 2024

[@AK84-24]

THANK YOU for this amazing tutorial! It answered all of my questions & I will definitely check this service out.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome 😊

[@acquiredphysiques4705]

Great video brother. Very informational and great resource!

[@thecollegepicker]

Appreciate it 🙏

[@joepie221]

Very Thorough. Thanks.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome

[@lucygutierrez2968]

if I don't have a printer can I like go to a Walmart or Walgreens an hook my phone to thier photo computer and print out my labels there? or any suggestions on if or where I can print my labels off of pirate ship app if I don't have a printer?

[@gamingtheorist]

I use Shippo because it supports all the carriers, not just USPS and the rates are the same or cheaper than pirate ship because it supports the same cubic shipping rates for USPS. It has most the same integrations as pirate ship too but the trade off is it costs 5 cents per label. Worth it in my opinion.

[@joanamaas8767]

I’m torn before pirate ship & shippo. We’re a start up brand, in Australia and use UPS & auspost, we’re currently with ship station but I’ve seen a lot of complaints with ship station. Have you had any issues with shippo ?

[@gamingtheorist]

@@joanamaas8767 If you're not having any issues with ship station, it may not be worth the effort to switch if you're not having any issues with them. If you are changing providers, though, I recommend Shippo

[@terriswig493]

I thought you always had to download, boy that will save me a minute!

[@thecollegepicker]

Nah just on website, thanks for watching =)

[@PaniaThong]

Your voice is like the popular video game walkthrough channel with millions of subscribers. You should make a video game walkthrough KZbin channels. I’m sure it’ll be popular! Love your content!

[@thecollegepicker]

Appreciate it! What video game should I walk through?

[@PaniaThong]

@@thecollegepicker all the new videos games like this channel: kzbin.info But you have similar voice to Zack Scott here: kzbin.info I’m sure you will get hundreds of thousands of subs with your voice and the way you narrate.

[@jenniferwarhawk7301]

So when you print that label in Pirate Ship, because it's integrated with eBay, will eBay get notified that you printed the label and are in the process of shipping the item?

[@jesusmadero7353]

Thanks brother! Very educational and easy to learn video.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome dude 👍🙏 thanks for checking it out

[@Manlilow]

best tutorial I have seen in awhile. thanks!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome 😊

[@terepardo]

Thank you so much for this video, very well explained. MY question is: where do I buy the shipping envelopes and how do I know if the envelope I buy is the correct one with the one shown on the Pirate Ship website?

[@julietacarrillo1236]

Dis you get this info?? Cause i have the same question . please let me know.thanks

[@meeowdy]

Quick question: Do you calculate the shipping before listing it on ebay? Thanks for such a great video btw!

[@thecollegepicker]

I don't no. Thanks!

[@softfishy]

This was very informative thank you!

[@christiherring5877]

Thank you...love all of your videos! Newly subscribed!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome. I appreciate the support thank you ☺️

[@purplerube1038]

I love Pirate Ship I could not figure out how to combine shipments to same buyer , but I also had an issue with it on eBay 😂

[@thecollegepicker]

Hopefully you got it figured out =)

[@firstclassresell7234]

This is what i needed. Thanks!

[@thecollegepicker]

Thanks for watching, happy to help. =)

[@rollergoalie16]

Any suggestions on how to get the 3 customs forms to print larger when shipping with UPS internationally? The actual UPS label always seems to print the normal size (3.5" x 5.5"), but the customs forms print so tiny (3.25" x 4.0") that they are unreadable. I have tried to change settings within Pirate Ship as well as my printer and I cannot figure it out.

[@marilynrivera4327]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS AMAZING VIDEO! 🤗

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome 😊

[@tobyrodock7200]

Eric that was a great demo video I have not done pirate ship yet but now it seems as though I’m going to jump on the bandwagon and I might try today because I just sold a cast iron skillet that fits into a padded flat rate so let’s see what the difference in is that

[@thecollegepicker]

Glad you enjoyed! =) Padded flat rate for whatever reason is 2% cheaper on ebay. Pirate ship is good for small heavy things that do not fit in padded flat rate. Cubic rate =)

[@billkeithchannel]

USPS lets you hide the postage amount. This is not mentioned at all about Pirateship. Can that not be changed or is it hidden by default?

[@mari_agzz]

I want to start a small business, hopefully by 2021 but I have a question: do I have to pay for the shipping label that Pirate Ship develops with the money customers' will pay me for their products OR can I tell them that there is shipping costs included with my products (i.e. $14.99 plus $3 shipping

[@dzFades]

Somebody answer dis question was wondering the same thing

[@jessicagonzalez6765]

I would include the shipping cost because if you use the customers money that will take away your profit especially if the products you’re selling are

[@wendylluv8173]

Thanks for the video. Is this for everyone or for those with a business?

[@thecollegepicker]

Anybody can use their service.

[@its_elliemama]

THANK YOU!!! I learned so much, mind blown

[@thecollegepicker]

You're so welcome!

[@danielpereyra5049]

So well explained. Thank you so much!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome

[@ntang4922]

Is this only available to businesses? Can I use it if I am just an individual with an occasional package to send?

[@BlushandBloomCo.]

Does it automatically send the tracking number to eBay etc or do you have to put it in manually?

[@PolizeiPaul]

I noticed (when I used it) They are through Pitney Bose, So is this what became of that one service you could use years ago (but had to buy a special gizmo) that was advertised by the mail man from Cheers?

[@treninajohnson3304]

This might be a stupid question, so forgive me. Is this only for the seller that's paying for the shipping, or can the customer pay for the shipping upfront? I don't want to pay for shipping, unless it's over a certain total. Thanks in advance!

[@thecollegepicker]

Good question, Yes you pay for shipping when you create the label.

[@TheLordSamoht]

Fantastic video! Thanks for the walkthrough!!! 👍😎👍

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome 😊

[@chrisao1987]

I don’t get it how does this work when the customer buys the item and pays the shipping. How are you getting rates when the customer has already paid a rate?

[@UnlimitedEmeralds]

You are 100% being scammed as a customer. That $21 you paid in shipping on eBay, the seller paid $14 at most. The seller sucks up the remaining $7 and eBay will never know that they ripped you off. I never buy anything that has shipping costs over $10. Doesn’t matter what it is, I’m not paying those absurd rates.

[@coyotekillermiller]

Thank you Eric !! You are a Stallion !

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome🐎

[@bm7713]

Excellent information. Thanks.

[@thecollegepicker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deanc2000]

If I don't have a printer, can I take a picture of the label and go to the UPS store and they can scan the picture of the label and print a copy of the label there? Thanks.

[@scottymathieson9529]

I just started using Pirate Ship , its GREAT !!! Much more user friendly , Ebay is a mess and Paypal screws up the costs !!!!

[@josecamacho1394]

I have a question my friend what about fragrances can I use pirate ship for fragrances and can I put multiple items inside the box, I will appreciate any help 👍

[@exzoticbliss1784]

This is such a great video Thank you! New subscriber here 🥰

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome

[@ThisOLmaan]

want to reverse the shipping since the repair persons to Lazy to print out shipping Lable how would I do that? plus I don't have a print Lable printer? so I don't understand this Lazy persons request

[@sofiaelise616]

Question, about the package dimensions If I was using a poly mailer, do I put the dimensions of the package once it’s closed or the size of it when I purchased it

[@thecollegepicker]

I measure what it would be flat and closed.

[@brittanyzamora3541]

What type of shipping labels do you use? I’d like to be able to just print them and stick them on the packages? Also what kind of bags (for shipping items in) are you using?

[@angelawilloughby6680]

I had no idea about the simple export rates. I wish I would have known that. I would probably have saved a ton of money on a package I just shipped to Canada. Thank for the info.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome, yeah it was new to me too!

[@sharronroundtree6959]

Excellent vid! Now, if they would also service UPS, it would be an even better service.

[@creolecherries]

This video was amazing!!! Thank you Eric. New Subby here!! Not sure if you answered this or not. Does pirate ship email your custom a tracking update of their package?? You didn't cover that in the video

[@thecollegepicker]

Hi, I appreciate it =) I haven't used that email tracking feature yet but if you test it out please let me know =)

[@dadxfujifilmphotography4298]

Wow very informative! Thank you so much!!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are very welcome

[@johnhenderson7081]

I am getting ready to start using Pirate Ship with my eBay business. Can you use Pirate Ship for you personal items not related to eBay?

[@thecollegepicker]

Hi yes 3:45 I start to explain that. You'll love the service.

[@johnhenderson7081]

@@thecollegepicker That will be great around Christmas time for us instead of paying the expensive rate of going to the post office.

[@thecollegepicker]

Perfect example 👌 yes you will save time money and headache 😁 e

[@zaronkarlee6095]

I was your 1,000th LIKE!!!

[@thecollegepicker]

I appreciate it 🙏🙏

[@sonyasmith1004]

What do you do after you print the label? Do you take it to the post ofc

[@jccepillo6653]

Any advice with shipping stickers? I’m currently using forever stamps since majority of my packages are within two ounces, but some orders are taking 3 weeks to a month to arrive :/

[@cassiefenelon3849]

Can I use a regular printer to print shipping labels or do I need a shipping label printer ?

[@thecollegepicker]

Yes you can print from pirate ship with any printer.

[@jantrapnell01able]

Excellent!!! Much appreciated!

[@thecollegepicker]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching =)

[@FitnessKensho]

Great video man!!! Thank you for this tutorial!!! Just signed up and about the start using this on my next order. Thank you once again!!!

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome =)

[@Nana_Tink]

Good info for sure. Did you talk with them about putting a box into a polybag for a cheaper rate? I didn't think that was okay to do? I look forward to binge-watching more of your videos.

[@thecollegepicker]

Box in a polybag is the same as polybag rate. Appreciate the support =)

[@kimberlyjoy6451]

This video is insightful because I've been curious about Pirate Ship! I just need some clarification: Soooo does this mean if I would like to send out mail NOT affiliated with a small business or service, I can still purchase my labels through Pirate Ship as long as I have a label machine like Rollo?? I'm asking because I just want to skip the lines at the post office to get a label and just provide the weight and measurements myself and print at home

[@chansofancy]

Thank u! I didn’t know what that “end of the day” option meant

[@ARMANDOPING]

Hiii QUESTION.... If I use the poly bag instead of the box but the height is the same as the length or the width, still can use it? Let say its a 5 poud box but fits into a big poly bag, am I allowed to do that ? Thank you so much!

[@Rockthatjewerly]

Hello, they do take paypal for payments. just an FYI

[@rogermishler8794]

great info- thanks for posting.

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome

[@itsjazlyn156]

THIS WORKS I PUT IN AN ADRESS FOR A PAST CUSTOMER AND IT GAVE ME THE EXACT PRICE I PAID AS THE RETAIL PRICE AND GAVE ME THW ACTUAL PROCE AT $2 LESS IM SO USING THIS FOR MY BUSINESS IM SO GOAD I GOT AN AD FOR ONCE!

[@thecollegepicker]

Happy to help ☺️

[@fleamarketmixtape3793]

my label came out side ways on the 4x6..... only my address is on it.. i figured something would go wrong! i'll try to see what i can do before i gotta ship this thing out tomorrow morning...

[@shopclkla8758]

I may have missed it but do you still have to go back into eBay and add the tracking number?

[@Opkurlz]

I have spent so much money on shipping 😞 thank you for this

[@thecollegepicker]

You are welcome.

[@detroitpyro2859]

Great video