Step-by-Step Guide: Printing Shipping Labels with Print Life Software via EasyPost

Step 1: Create an EasyPost Account

1. Visit EasyPost and sign up for an account.
2. Once registered, navigate to Account Settings in the left menu.

Step 2: Set Up Your EasyPost Wallet

1. To use EasyPost, you must add funds to your wallet.
2. Follow the prompts to load your wallet with funds.

Step 3: Obtain Your API Key

1. After funding your wallet, locate the API Key tab in your account settings.
2. If you don’t see it, contact EasyPost support to resolve the issue.
3. Copy your Production API Key (not the test key).

Step 4: Integrate EasyPost with Print Life

1. Open Print Life Software.
2. Navigate to the dashboard and locate the EasyPost integration field.
3. Paste your Production API Key into the designated field.
4. Check the box labeled Enable EasyPost to finalize the connection.

Step 5: Connect Carrier Accounts

1. Go back to EasyPost Account Settings.
2. Under Billing, find the Carriers tab.
3. Choose between:
   • EasyPost Carrier Accounts: Recommended for new users.
   • Your Own Carrier Accounts: If you already have USPS, UPS, or FedEx accounts, connect them here.
4. For the best rates, create a USPS account through EasyPost (60% off retail rates).

Step 6: Printing Shipping Labels

1. In Print Life, navigate to the Print Production status.
2. Click Create Labels.
3. If your carrier accounts are properly connected, you’ll see available shipping options (e.g., USPS Priority Mail).
4. Enter package details:
   • Box Dimensions (Width, Length, Height)
   • Box Weight
   • Add multiple boxes if needed.
5. Click Apply Shipping.
6. Once applied, the status will update from Print Production to Shipped.
7. A print dialog box will appear. Print the label using a 4x6 label printer.

Step 7: Shipping the Packages

1. Take the labeled packages to USPS or schedule a pickup with them.
2. If you have regular shipments, USPS can arrange scheduled pickups (e.g., every Friday).

Conclusion

Following these steps ensures smooth integration of EasyPost with Print Life, allowing you to efficiently generate and print shipping labels. If you encounter any issues, contact Print Life support.

This guide provides a clear process for setting up and using EasyPost for shipping labels in Print Life Software. Let me know if you need further refinements!