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What is a shipping and return label?

Learn the basics of creating shipping and return labels for all types of packages.

 

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How to create a shipping label

Time to practice with our shipping label generator tool.

 

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Automated and customized labels

Customize your labels and create them in batches to speed up all order fulfillment operations.

 

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Return labels

Learn the basics of creating shipping and return labels for all types of packages.

 

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Resources

Statistics, case studies, and trends on the use of shipping labels to stay up to date.

 

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Shipping label FAQs

Everything you ever wanted to know about creating shipping and return labels.

 

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What is a shipping label

What is a shipping and return label?

A shipping label is an adhesive document that contains the information essential for identifying, tracking, and delivering a package:: sender name, recipient name, barcode, tracking number, carrier (e.g., DHL, UPS), and type of service.

 

The return label follows the same pattern, but is used to return the package to the seller. They can be printed manually or generated automatically using shipping software, APIs, or marketplaces. Generating them correctly improves traceability, reduces errors, and speeds up logistics operations.

How to create and print a shipping label

How to create and print a shipping label

You can create a shipping label by filling in the details manually or automatically using software.

 

You can also use our generator, print the PDF you download, and attach the shipping label to your package.

 

The information required includes the recipient's address, postal code, weight, package dimensions, and shipping type. Automated systems generate the label in PDF, ZPL, or PNG format.

How to automate and customize labels

How to automate and customize labels

Automating label printing allows you to reduce manual intervention and optimize management times. By integrating shipping systems with platforms and marketplaces, you can generate labels automatically and in batches. Shipping rules help you select the carrier, service, and format based on predefined criteria.

 

Labels can be customized with logos, QR codes, return instructions, or promotional messages. Multi-carrier management allows you to print labels with tracking for each shipment or return, maintaining consistency with brand and logistics policies.

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How to manage return labels

Return labels can be managed in several ways.

 

  • The most common option is a pre-printed return label that is included in the package, ready for use.
  • Paperless return labels are becoming increasingly common. These are generated via a QR code to be shown at the collection point.
  • Finally, some e-commerce sites offer a self-service returns portal where customers can generate and print their own labels.

 

Each method has different advantages in terms of customer experience, costs, and reverse logistics. The choice depends on the type of product, the sales channel, and customer preferences.

Shipping labels: all ShippyPro tools

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Generate hundreds of labels and shipping documents in seconds, automatically.

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Automation and Artificial Intelligence to accelerate order fulfillment and label creation.

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Customize your shipping and return labels for more efficient picking.

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Place the label in the package and simplify returns for customers.
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Customers will not need to print the return label, and you will not need to include it in the package.
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Create a portal with your own return rules to improve the efficiency of your reverse logistics.

Shipping label FAQs

Statistics and figures on shipping labels

Customizing your shipping isn't just a cosmetic touch: it's an integral part of building your brand.

65%
Of consumers prefer a paperless returns experience
35%
of Brits wants the return label to be provided by the seller
60%
of consumers prefer to receive personalized packaging from the brand
52%
of consumers believe that unique packaging improves brand perception