USPS tracking labels are changing. Here’s what you need to know.

If you currently use separate tracking, signature, or insurance labels with postage meter strips, upcoming USPS changes may affect your workflow.
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USPS has proposed changes to several tracking and insurance labels

The USPS has proposed discontinuing several pre-printed labels commonly used to add tracking, signature confirmation, and insurance services to metered mail and packages.

Affected labels include:

  • Label 888 (formerly known as label 400) – USPS tracking
  • Label 889 – Signature Confirmation
  • Label 891 – Insurance up to $500
  • Label 892 – Insurance over $500

Key dates*

January 17, 2027USPS proposed final date to purchase labels

January 31, 2028Proposed final date USPS would accept remaining labels

*Dates remain subject to final USPS rulemaking.

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This affects you if:

  • Applying the above labels to envelopes or packages
  • Using meter tape to print Priority Mail
  • Applying signature confirmation or insurance labels separately from postage
  • Using meter tape to print Ground Advantage
  • Applying USPS tracking labels separately from postage
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*Discount off USPS® Priority Mail Shipping Labels. Savings based on Priority Mail Cubic pricing for up to .1 cubic ft package weighing 20lb sent to Zone 9. vs Priority Mail Retail. Rates are limited to shipping from the U.S only. **Discounts off UPS daily rates. Rates are limited to shipping from the U.S only. Rates and any applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice. ***FedEx shipping discounts are off standard list rates and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Discounts are exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, minimums, accessorial charges, or special handling fees. Eligible services and discounts are subject to change. See the applicable FedEx Service Guide for terms and conditions of service offers and money-back guarantee programs.