08-27-2013 02:46 PM
1. When I buy USPS Priority Mail (online via ebay/paypal) ... is the free $50 insurance automatically included?
2. If package is lost or damaged does USPS refund value of pkg + shipping cost?
3. Do I need a a printed receipt or copy of the label?
4. Or is all of the information I would need on line at Ebay or Paypal?
5. Does sending USPS Priority Mail (Insured) elimate any chance of buyer saying "item not received"?
Thanks, I've never had a claim but am curious about the procedure, I did read the USPS site about insured items that may be lost or damaged but would like your opinion.
Also, if item is received damaged and the buyer does not cooperate with the post office, then what?
I think my little small town post office/post master & mailman could verify that I send an apropriate USPS priority mail package.
Sorry, lots of questions 🙂
07-24-2017 07:19 AM
07-24-2017 07:19 AM
@kightrectec wrote:Does insurance come with priority mail.
Yes...$50 insurance is included when you use Priority mail ~ $100 if you are TRS+
07-24-2017 07:21 AM
12-29-2017 04:03 PM
Interesting thread, but it still left one question unanswered for me.
Does the $50 insurance cover a package valued up to $50.00 -- or does it cover the first $50.00 a package? In other words, if a package is valued at $60, is the insurance void (because it's over $50.00) or only covers the first $50 of $60 value?
Use case: I want to purchase two comics valued at $51.98 combined. I am being told if we combine shipping (both comics, one package), I have to waive insurance. But if I pay for shipping in two packages, I will have insurance on both.
Thanks! Jen
12-29-2017 04:32 PM
@possiblejen wrote:Interesting thread, but it still left one question unanswered for me.
Does the $50 insurance cover a package valued up to $50.00 -- or does it cover the first $50.00 a package? In other words, if a package is valued at $60, is the insurance void (because it's over $50.00) or only covers the first $50 of $60 value?
Use case: I want to purchase two comics valued at $51.98 combined. I am being told if we combine shipping (both comics, one package), I have to waive insurance. But if I pay for shipping in two packages, I will have insurance on both.
Thanks! Jen
I would think that if it was shipped together, but 2 separate orders. You would be covered up to $50.
If you shipped in 2 separate packages, it would be up to $50 each.
I’m calling over a postal carrier, hopefully she will be able to respond.
If not someone that will know for sure.
12-30-2017 12:22 AM
With any insurance the value plays a part up to the max of the policy.
If the 2 comics have a sale value of $51.98 and are insured in one package the payout would be caped at $50. Shipped separately and BOTH packages damaged payout would have you recovering the full $51.98 as the insurance max would be $100, $50 for each package.
01-31-2018 10:11 PM
03-03-2018 12:17 PM
Thats FALSE...ANY ADDITIONAL INSURANCE YOU PAY FOR IS THROUGH PAYPAL...IT IS NOT USPS INSUANCE..IS SELLER PROTECTION COVERAGE...I HAVE BEEN SCAMMED BY PAYPAL
03-03-2018 06:32 PM
07-28-2018 08:06 AM
07-28-2018 08:07 AM
07-28-2018 08:22 AM
How long has it been and what does they tracking say?
You can file online at Usps.gov
02-29-2020 02:03 PM
I say its on the buyers end as the USPS states: " do not ship the box back".
Insurance is included up to $50.00 for Priority and Flat Rate Priority Mail/packages. You do not have to use
a USPS Labeled box to send priority but you do have to use their box when shipping flat rate.
The post will need:
1)The actual box, with shipping label attached to show the tracking/confirmation number and addresses etc.
2)The item that was shipped.
3) Proof of item cost, etc and they can print the "invoice" of of their "my ebay" or their paypal account if used.
4) A filled out claim form furnished by the USPS.
*** if you purchased a shipping label through a service like Pirate Ship, they give you Commercial Plus Pricing and the insurance amount stated on their website is $100.00 insurance included for Priority and Flat Rate Priority mail.