We closely model our holiday schedule to be the same as our pals at the United States Postal Service. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, then the preceding Friday will be treated as a holiday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, then the following Monday will be treated as a holiday. Below are the 2025 postal holidays that the USPS will be closed for.

Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day

Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday (Postalocity is open)

Monday, February 17: Presidents’ Day (Postalocity is open)

Monday, May 26: Memorial Day

Thursday, June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day (Postalocity is open)

Friday, July 4: Independence Day

Monday, September 1: Labor Day

Monday, October 13: Labor Day (Postalocity is open)

Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day (Postalocity is open) 

Thursday, November 27: Thanksgiving Day

Friday, November 28: Black Friday (Post Office is open, Postalocity is closed)

Thursday, December 25: Christmas Day

We will post notices on the homepage of your account when a holiday is coming up to remind you to plan accordingly, if we are to be closed as well. If you have any concerns about upcoming dates, just give us a call at 316-260-2220 or contact us and we’ll work together to find a solution that meets your needs.

By The Postalocity Team / Published NOVEMBER 27TH, 2024

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We closely model our holiday schedule to be the same as our pals at the United States Postal Service. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, then the preceding Friday will be treated as a holiday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, then the following Monday will be treated as a holiday. Below are the 2024 postal holidays that the USPS will be closed for.

Monday, January 1: New Year’s Day

Monday, January 15: Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday (Postalocity is open)

Monday, February 19: Presidents’ Day (Postalocity is open)

Monday, May 27: Memorial Day

Wednesday, June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day (Postalocity is open)

Thursday, July 4: Independence Day

Monday, September 2: Labor Day

Monday, October 14: Columbus Day (Postalocity is open)

Monday, November 11: Veterans Day (Postalocity is open) 

Thursday, November 28: Thanksgiving Day

Friday, November 29: Black Friday (Post Office is open, Postalocity is closed)

Wednesday, December 25: Christmas Day

We will post notices on the homepage of your account when a holiday is coming up to remind you to plan accordingly, if we are to be closed as well. If you have any concerns about upcoming dates, just give us a call at 316-260-2220 or contact us and we’ll work together to find a solution that meets your needs.

By The Postalocity Team / Published NOVEMBER 10TH, 2023

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As of October 6th, 2023, the United States Postal Service has filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) in regards to the price changes of mailing services planned to take effect January 21st, 2024. Included with the proposed prices is a 2-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp, from 66 cents to 68 cents.

What does this mean for you? Postalocity.com works in tandem with USPS prices, and will promptly update its services to reflect any approved price changes. Nevertheless, Postalocity.com works to ensure our customers are saving the absolute MOST in time and money. We will continue to provide efficient and quality mailing services.

As noted in previous pricing proposal updates, Postalocity jobs approved after the January 21st, 2024 mail date will reflect the new USPS price changes.

Proposed Price Breakdown of First-Class Mail Product

Letters (1 ounce)
Current - $0.66 cents
Proposed - $0.68 cents

Letters (metered 1 ounce) 
Current - $0.63 cents
Proposed - $0.64 cents

Domestic Postcards
Current - $0.51 cents
Proposed - $0.53 cents

International Postcards
Current - $1.50 cents
Proposed - $1.55 cents

International Letter (1 ounce)
Current - $1.50 cents
Proposed - $1.500 cents

The USPS is also seeking price adjustments for several other mailing services. These services include Certified Mail, Post Office Box rental fees, money order fees, insurance for mailable items.

Sources: 2024 Postage Price Changes https://pe.usps.com/PriceChange/Index

By Micaela Dixon, Postalocity Translator / Published OCTOBER 6TH, 2023

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Postage Rate Increase – July 9th, 2023

Just a friendly reminder that effective July 9th, 2023 the postage rate increase will take effect. Postal services may periodically review and adjust their pricing structure to account for factors such as inflation, operational costs, and service enhancements. The increase in postage rates aims to ensure that the postal service can continue to provide reliable and efficient mail delivery while maintaining financial sustainability.

We have two weeks until these changes are reflected throughout Postalocity. Mail jobs submitted after July 8th, 2023 will reflect the new price changes.

National Stamp Day – July 1st, 2023

From majestic eagles to adorable kittens, stamps are mini works of art that brighten up our mail. National Stamp Day serves to recognize not only the beauty in each stamp, but the history behind them. Stamps hold significant historical value as artifacts of communication, culture, and events throughout history. Before the existence of stamps, recipients were responsible for paying the postage upon receiving a letter or package. The introduction of stamps revolutionized the postal system by shifting the burden of payment to the sender.

This day in particullar also encourages others to send snail mail! Even if you don’t have a stamp, you can join in on the fun by mailing letters, postcards, and other mail pieces through Postalocity!

National Postage Worker Day – July 1st, 2023

Today, we raise our hats and honor the dedicated individuals who make up the backbone of our postal system—postage workers! These heroes tirelessly handle an astonishing amount of mail each day. In fact, did you know that postal workers deliver around 146 billion pieces of mail annually? That’s a hefty number that showcases their unwavering commitment to ensuring our letters, packages, and important documents reach their intended recipients. Rain, snow, or scorching heat, they brave the elements to provide reliable and efficient service. Their diligent efforts keep our communities connected, businesses thriving, and personal connections strong.

Here at Postalocity, our own employees work hard to ensure your mail is handled with care, sorted, address checked, sealed, and given the appropriate postage so that it’s ready to be handed off to our friends at USPS. We are very proud of the work they do! You can observe this holiday by taking some time to thank a postal worker.

By Micaela Dixon, Postalocity Translator / Published JUNE 24TH, 2023

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Approved Increase

The PRC (Postal Regulatory Commission) has approved the proposed price changes brought forth by the United States Postal Service. These changes will be taking effect July 9th, 2023 and 2024 promotions changes will be implemented January 1st. The PRC has noted and responded to several comments regarding the decision and concerns of USPS price increases. These acknowledgements include USPS needing to take into consideration fixed mailing budgets and twice-per-year price changes in regards to volume loss, commenter concerns regarding the amount of USPS price increases, and USPS’ task to investigate and correct filing errors found in current and future rate adjustment proceedings.

New postage Rates

Effective July 9th, 2023, listed as follows:

First-Class Mail (overall) will see a 5.366% change with a total unused price authority of 0.011%.

Breakdown of First-Class Mail Product

Single-Piece Letters/Postcards - 4.757%

Presorted Letters/Postcards - 5.537%

Flats - 6.93%

Outbound Single-Piece FCMI - 3.644%

Inbound Letter Post - 0.041%

Totals to 5.368%

First-Class Mail Product Pricing (Effective July 9th, 2023)

*Broadstroke, Inc route mail will also see price changes.

How Does This Affect Me?

If you have a postage meter of your own, you’ll have to increase the postage amount per piece and will likely need to install an update. You can avoid that hassle and upload your pdf to Postalocity.com and let us send all your mail for you. Postalocity’s own prices do coincide with USPS’ postage rates, however, we strive to provide you with the best bulk rates, excellent, easy, and efficient service that’ll help you save money year round!

By The Postalocity Team / Published JUNE 3RD, 2023

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IBI – Information Based Indicia • IMI – Intelligent Mail Indicia

Meter Replacement Chart

Below is a chart of postage meter devices and their replace-by dates. For replacement cost referencing, Pitney Bowes’ IMI compliant SendPro® Mailstation for small businesses (100 mail pieces or less) averages $26.99 per month / $323.88 per year to rent. This does not include the postage.

We’re Here To Help!

How does this affect you? If you’re a business who uses postage meter devices to handle your mail, then you know just how costly renting or purchasing a new device can be. As an added headache, there’s the potential supply chain issue to keep in mind due to the large percentage of replacements needed.

Postalocity seeks to remedy this issue for you with no machines, no hidden fees, and less work on your end! We keep our equipment up-to-date and always to USPS standards. We offer bulk pricing to save you money and we pack, stuff, and check addressing for you before sending your mail off to our friends at USPS. With Postalocity, your tasks end at the keyboard, not with another postage meter rental.

By The Postalocity Team / Published MAY 20TH, 2023

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Postage Rate Increases

As of April 10^th, 2023 the USPS has filed a notice for mailing service price changes. These changes will be taking effect July 9^th, 2023. Though only proposed, we’d like to give you a heads-up that postage rates will be increasing once again, as they do every year. Nevertheless, you can send mail online with Postalocity and still save more money than if you went the traditional route. Alongside our useful direct mail tools, completely online process, and our ability to get necessary mail items in bulk, your pockets – and your time – won’t take a hit!

2023 Postage Price Changes

Sources: 2023 Postage Price Changes https://faq.usps.com/s/article/2023-Postage-Price-Changes

By Micaela Dixon, Postalocity Translator / Published APRIL 18TH, 2023

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Another perk of our new feature is how attractive it will make your mail look (oh my!).

A successful business and brand are built on many things, the most important of them is through consumer loyalty, trust, and recognition. Modern and updated logos, slogans, and business practices lend to these achievements, but a lot of businesses tend to neglect their mail.

About 425.3 million pieces of mail are sent out every day ⁽²⁾ and just about everyone gets it in one way or another, be it bills, celebration cards, or bulk mail, the latter of which consumers consider to be junk. Of that “junk mail”, a whopping 44% of it is thrown away unopened ⁽¹⁾.

Birthday cards are never tossed out though and it’s not just because of those colorful envelopes.

Just like with credit repair companies, most mail is addressed with the same sans-serif fonts. Consumers have come to associate these fonts with that of junk, unless they are specifically expecting a certain type of mail. Impressions rule the world and your envelope is the very first thing anyone sees so choosing a handwritten font can make your mail feel more personable to the consumers you want it to reach.

Alright, count me in – how do I get started?

It’s simple, just follow the same digital mailing process that you usually do and if you’re new to Postalocity, you can view a quick tutorial here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbZE9-tZFvo

To add a handwritten font, find the box labeled “Postalocity #10 Envelope Design” and click on the current font to the right of “Address Font”. Select from many of our wonderful scripts and prints and you’re on your way!

Anything else I should know about?

We’re at the end of the road. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our mailing offers and how we can help you make the most AND save the most, just check out the links below! For additional help and information, check out some more of our expert blog tips too!

By Micaela Dixon, Postalocity Translator / Published DECEMBER 24TH, 2022

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We closely model our holiday schedule to be the same as our pals at the United States Postal Service. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, for most USPS employees, the preceding Friday will be treated as a holiday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, for most USPS employees, the following Monday will be treated as a holiday. Below are the 2023 postal holidays that the USPS will be closed for.

Monday, January 2: New Year’s Day

Monday, January 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday (Postalocity is open)

Monday, February 20: Presidents’ Day (Postalocity is open)

Monday, May 29: Memorial Day

Monday, June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day (Postalocity is open)

Tuesday, July 4: Independence Day

Monday, September 4: Labor Day

Monday, October 9: Columbus Day (Postalocity is open)

Saturday, November 11: Veterans Day (Postalocity is open) 

Thursday, November 23: Thanksgiving Day

Friday, November 24: Black Friday (Post Office is open, Postalocity is closed)

Monday, December 25: Christmas Day

We will post notices on the homepage of your account when a holiday is coming up to remind you to plan accordingly if we are to be closed as well. If you have any concerns about upcoming dates, just give us a call at 316-260-2220 or contact us and we’ll work together to find a solution that meets your needs.

By The Postalocity Team / Published DECEMBER 12TH, 2022

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Postage Increase

I’m a bad-news-first-then-the-good-news kind of gal, so I’m getting the bummer topic out of the way now. You may remember a blog from a couple of months ago on this. If you didn’t read it, you can check it out here. If you’re looking for a much deeper dive, you can read about it on the USPS’s website too.

As a refresher:

First Class letters will be increasing between $0.02 and $0.03 per piece, depending on the quality of the address.

Flats will be increasing anywhere from $0.04 to $0.48 per piece depending on their weight.

Certified Mail without a digital signature required will increase $0.25 per piece and Certified Mail with a digital signature required will increase $0.40 per piece.

This will all go into effect on July 10th, 2022. Any Postalocity mailings with a mail date after July 10, 2022 will reflect these prices.

4×6 Postcards and 6×9 Postcards

Postalocity has always had a postcard offering available to our users. To be completely honest, it wasn’t very user friendly. So we revamped the whole process and gave it a nice little makeover. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you absolutely should! You can test drive it by clicking “Use Wizards” and start building your postcard job. It will walk you through all of the visual settings first, starting with asking if you want a 4×6 postcard or a 6×9 postcard. You can choose from several different paper qualities. We even offer a beautiful high gloss option which makes your message really pop.

If you have a mailing list, you’ll upload the CSV to the Postalocity job. Need a list? We can help with that! Our list experts will help guide you through your options so you get the most targeted list of recipients possible.

Revenue Neutral Rate Notice

This one is a little special to Kansas, but important nonetheless. Buckle up. This gets obnoxiously complicated in a hurry.

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