USPS® third-party direct mail marketing specialists* help businesses create memorable, actionable mailpieces. These experienced vendors offer phone or chat support for strategizing, formatting, designing, printing, preparing, and sending your mailing.
*NOTE: USPS® assumes no liability for the results of any contact with any company listed. Private vendors may apply non-USPS charges.
The USPS® appears to have quietly improved website navigation for its popular Every Door Direct Mail® program.
The updated content is listed under Business >> Advertise With Mail >> Mail & Printing Services at USPS.com.
Advertisers, such as small business owners, can now more easily access information and resources associated with the two available EDDM® methods:
- EDDM- Do It Yourself
- EDDM – Online Design & Printing Help
About EDDM – Do It Yourself
This method, also known as EDDM Retail®, is designed for advertisers who wish to manage all facets of mail preparation, creative services, and print production for themselves. The specifications for using this method are as follows:
- Create a USPS® Account
- Target postal carrier routes
- Develop mailpiece creative in correct format
- Produce printed Standard Mail® flats (each 3.3 ounces or less)
- Fill out processing forms
- Prepare mailpieces into correctly sized bundles
- Pay for Postage
- Submit your mailing at the Post Office™ serving the area you want to reach
- 5000 piece limit*
About EDDM – Online Design & Printing Help
This method is the fastest and easiest way to plan and launch turnkey EDDM® campaigns. In short, the advertiser works with one of several USPS-approved affiliates who provides all-inclusive design, printing, and mailing services. This method is ideal for advertisers who wish to save time and receive expert marketing consultation for best results.
- Use the Online EDDM® Campaign Builder – launch a campaign in ten minutes or less (EveryDoorDirectMail.com)
Multiple affiliates are listed with random rotation to provide users with a broad range of options. Further, the USPS.com website details information on each vendor’s core capabilities and specialties.