For small businesses across the Western U.S., affordable delivery is a competitive edge, not a luxury. Cheap shipping for small businesses is exactly what Shiplicity delivers. Shipping shouldn’t drain your margins. Yet for many U.S. small businesses, traditional carrier rates eat into profits and slow growth. Shiplicity changes that with one goal: make cheap shipping for small businesses fast, affordable, and refreshingly accessible.
In this post, we break down the simple steps and insider tips you need to unlock affordable shipping for your small business.
Keep More of Every Sale with Shiplicity
With Shiplicity’s exclusive GLS rates, streamlined tools, and hands-on support, we help Western U.S. companies save big and ship smarter. Open your free Shiplicity account today and start saving in minutes.
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Why Cheaper Shipping Helps Your Small Business Grow
When shipping costs drop, the freed-up dollars can be redeployed where they matter most to you, whether that’s expanding product lines, growing marketing reach, or simply boosting cash flow.
Lower parcel rates also let you set more competitive prices and deliver orders faster, which in turn, strengthens customer loyalty and sets your brand up for long-term success.
In summary, cheaper rates let you:
- Protect your cash flow. Every dollar saved on postage can fuel marketing, new inventory, or hiring.
- Stay competitive. Lower rates let you offer better prices without squeezing margins.
- Delight customers. Faster regional transit times (such as 1–3 days within California) mean happier repeat buyers.
How Shiplicity Keeps Rates Down
- Exclusive GLS partnership – As an authorized GLS reseller, we unlock deep volume discounts and pass them straight to you.
- Simple online dashboard – Quote, print labels, and schedule pickups from one intuitive place.
- Real human support – Shipping pros are just a call or email away—no bots, ever.
- Up to 60 % savings – Members routinely cut shipping costs by more than half compared with published rates.
Ground vs. Priority: Choose Your Perfect Fit
| Service | Best for | Typical transit | Why it wins |
| GLS Ground | Everyday orders across the West | 1-3 days (CA & AZ) | Often a full day faster than national carriers at a lower cost |
| GLS Priority | Time-sensitive parcels | Guaranteed faster delivery | Speed without the premium-price shock |
Three Steps to Simple & Cheap Shipping For Small Businesses
Inside the Shiplicity dashboard, small-business shippers create each shipment in just three guided clicks.
- Enter shipment details – origin, destination, weight.
- Pick your rate – choose from discounted GLS options our system displays.
- Print, hand off, and track – label, prep, schedule pickup, and follow with your GLS number.
Most businesses create a shipment in under three minutes using our Online Shipping tool.
FAQs About Cheaper Shipping Rates
1. How does Shiplicity offer such low rates?
We negotiate bulk discounts with GLS and pass the savings directly to small businesses with no volume commitments.
2. What package sizes work best?
You can ship parcels that weigh up to 150 lbs with GLS Ground services or Priority services. There are also specific dimensional limits:
• Length: up to 200 cm (78.7 inches)
• Width: up to 80 cm (31.5 inches)
• Height: up to 60 cm (23.6 inches)
• The sum of the package circumference (2 x height + 2 x width) and the longest side cannot exceed 300 cm (118.1 inches)
3. Is there a subscription fee?
No. Your Shiplicity account is free; you pay only for the discounted shipping labels you print.
4. Can I schedule pickups?
Yes. Book GLS pickups in the dashboard at no extra cost, or drop off at a nearby GLS location.
5. Do you ship outside California?
While we are based in the West, GLS services reach most U.S. states, so you can grow nationwide with confidence.
6. Can I use Shiplicity even if I’m just starting out?
Absolutely. There are no minimums or contracts. Our tools are designed to support businesses at any stage.
Ready to Ship Smarter?
Shiplicity specializes in small business ground shipping across the Western U.S., with core services in California and the surrounding states. Our regional focus keeps prices low and transit times short while still giving you coverage to nearly every U.S. ZIP code.
Create your free Shiplicity account today and join thousands of Western U.S. companies enjoying affordable parcel delivery and rock-star support. Don’t waste another dollar on inflated rates or confusing platforms—Shiplicity makes it easy to ship smarter from day one.
