How to Print USPS Labels in Bulk for WooCommerce Orders

For WooCommerce store owners experiencing growth, handling increased order volumes and managing shipping efficiently is crucial. Printing USPS shipping labels in bulk with Stamps.com offers a streamlined solution that simplifies this process. Stamps.com provides a convenient way for small to medium-sized businesses to purchase and print USPS postage directly from WooCommerce. This solution is especially valuable for businesses with growing order volumes, as it helps manage the increased demand effectively.

This article will guide you through bulk USPS label printing, helping you handle increased orders smoothly and maintain reliable service for your customers.

What is Bulk Label Printing and Its Benefits

Bulk label printing refers to the process of printing multiple shipping labels at once, rather than generating them individually. This method is especially useful for businesses that handle a medium to high volume of orders that need labels for multiple orders at a single click.

Here are the benefits:

• Time Efficiency: Speeds up the shipping process by printing labels for multiple orders quickly.
• Cut Costs: Lower labor costs and boost your profitability by automating this segment of your fulfillment process.
• Reduced Errors: Minimizes mistakes with consistent label creation.
• Enhanced Productivity: Improve your workflow and order processing efficiency with streamlined bulk printing.

Key Considerations Before Printing USPS (Stamps.com) Shipping Labels in Bulk

1. Download and Activate the Plugin:

Download the PluginHive’s WooCommerce Shipping Services plugin and activate the plugin through your WordPress plugins page.

After activating, Register the plugin and begin the setup process. For detailed instructions, refer to the Setup guide.

2. USPS (Stamps.com) Account Setup:

To set up a USPS(Stamps.com) carrier account, register directly on their website. Refer to this guide for assistance and to obtain your account details (User ID and password).

3. Label Size and Format:

To Configure the label type and size,

• Go to Shipping → Settings → Carriers → STAMPS USPS → Other Details.
• Adjust the Image Type and Paper Size for PDF according to your business requirements.

4. Order Status:

Ensure your WooCommerce orders are in the “Processing” stage, as only these will be imported into the plugin for label printing. If any orders are not in the “Processing” stage, manually change their status to “Processing.”

For information on displaying USPS (Stamps.com) live shipping rates at checkout while placing orders, check out this guide

How to Print USPS Shipping Labels in Bulk for WooCommerce Orders

To print USPS(Stamps.com) shipping labels,

1. Visit the Orders tab, select the orders for which you want to generate shipping labels, and click on Generate Labels, as shown below.

2. Select the orders again and click on Print Documents to get the shipping labels as shown in the below image.

The plugin will automatically redirect you to the printed shipping labels.

3. Once your orders are ready for shipping, the WooCommerce Shipping Services plugin allows you to request the pick-up from within your WooCommerce store.

Visit the Orders tab and select those orders again, now click on the Request Pickup option, as shown below.

4. After requesting the pickup of the order, Mark them as Fulfilled as shown below.

Once you mark the orders as fulfilled, they will automatically be updated to “Completed” in WooCommerce, and tracking details will be added.

5. To print the Manifests for all the fulfilled orders, head to the Manifest tab and click the Print icon on the latest order.

For details on tracking your WooCommerce orders with USPS (Stamps.com), refer to this guide.

Conclusion

By integrating the WooCommerce Shipping Services plugin with USPS (Stamps.com), you can efficiently manage high order volumes, save time, and reduce manual effort. This bulk label printing method not only boosts efficiency but also ensures timely and reliable service, keeping your customers satisfied and your operations running smoothly.

Need to print labels and fulfill individual orders? Refer to this guide for detailed instructions.