{"id":34893,"date":"2021-05-21T10:54:33","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T02:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/easyparcel.com\/blog\/my\/?p=34893"},"modified":"2024-11-18T15:25:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T07:25:11","slug":"cheapest-way-to-send-parcel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/cheapest-way-to-send-parcel\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s The Cheapest Way To Send Parcel?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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A high shipping charge can be a big turn-off to potential customers so most sellers decide to offer free shipping.<\/p>

It is therefore important to be able to determine the cheapest way to send a parcel. This can help you to convert shipping-cost-sensitive shoppers and also remain profitable at the same time.<\/p>

Here, we discuss the\u00a03 crucial factors to consider when determining the cheapest way to deliver a parcel<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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#1 - Keep Your Parcel Light & Small<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The\u00a0size and weight of your parcel<\/strong>\u00a0is a crucial factor to consider when finding the cheapest way for parcel delivery. And your chosen packaging materials will also impact its shipping rate.<\/p>

Make sure your packaging box is only a little bigger than the item and\u00a0use a lightweight material\u00a0<\/strong>such as bubble wrap or tissue to fill up the gaps to avoid any damage during the delivery transit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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#2 - Quote & Book With Accurate Weight<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Always remember: you should measure both\u00a0volumetric weight and actual weight<\/strong><\/a>, then quote with\u00a0whichever is higher\u00a0<\/strong>for courier booking.<\/p>

Although this isn\u2019t always guaranteed to be the cheapest way to deliver a parcel, it will help\u00a0to\u00a0avoid the surcharge at normal rates on the additional misdeclared weight<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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#3 - Book A Courier Within Promo Duration<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Most people use EasyParcel for a reason: affordable. So, never leave the great savings behind when booking courier services!<\/p>

Whenever you make a new top up in EasyParcel, you\u2019ll be given a specific\u00a0promo duration to enjoy discounted member rates<\/strong>. Hence, send a parcel within the promo duration allow your savings to go the extra mile!<\/p>

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A high shipping charge can be a big turn-off to potential customers so most sellers decide to offer free shipping. It is therefore important to be able to determine the cheapest way to send a parcel. This can help you to convert shipping-cost-sensitive shoppers and also remain profitable at the same time. Here, we discuss the\u00a03 crucial factors to consider when determining the cheapest way to deliver a parcel. #1 – Keep Your Parcel Light & Small The\u00a0size and weight of your parcel\u00a0is a crucial factor to consider when finding the cheapest way for parcel delivery. And your chosen packaging materials will also impact its shipping rate. Make sure your packaging box is only a little bigger than the item and\u00a0use a lightweight material\u00a0such as bubble wrap or tissue to fill up the gaps to avoid any damage during the delivery transit. #2 – Quote & Book With Accurate Weight Always remember: you should measure both\u00a0volumetric weight and actual weight, then quote with\u00a0whichever is higher\u00a0for courier booking. Although this isn\u2019t always guaranteed to be the cheapest way to deliver a parcel, it will help\u00a0to\u00a0avoid the surcharge at normal rates on the additional misdeclared weight. #3 – Book A Courier Within Promo Duration Most people use EasyParcel for a reason: affordable. So, never leave the great savings behind when booking courier services! Whenever you make a new top up in EasyParcel, you\u2019ll be given a specific\u00a0promo duration to enjoy discounted member rates. Hence, send a parcel within the promo duration allow your savings to go the extra mile! View Pomo Rates & Durations<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":73652,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44,47],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-34893","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ecommerce-tips-and-trends","category-announcements"],"contentshake_article_id":"","yoast_head":"\nCheapest Way to Send a Parcel: Affordable Shipping Options<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Get the cheapest ways to send a parcel. 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