How to Send Certified Mail Without Going to the Post Office

Send Certified Mail From Home

Need proof your letter was mailed and received? USPS Certified Mail provides tracking and confirmation — often used for legal, tax, or compliance-related documents. And now, you don’t need a trip to the post office to send one.

2 Ways to Send Certified Mail

You can send certified mail either:

  • Option 1: Go to USPS and fill out Form 3800 (Certified Mail)
  • Option 2: Use The Letter Pilot to send Certified Mail online without printing or stamps

What You'll Need

  • Your document (PDF or typed)
  • Envelope (we auto-insert if online)
  • Certified Mail barcode (or automatic with The Letter Pilot)
  • Postage and return receipt (optional)

Skip the Post Office with The Letter Pilot

Use our online platform to send Certified Mail without the hassle. Here's what you get:

  • 📄 Upload your letter or type it in the browser
  • ✅ Choose Certified Mail or Certified with Return Receipt
  • 📬 USPS tracking included
  • 🏡 Send without leaving your home

More Certified Mail Resources

📦 See current pricing: Certified Mail Cost in 2025

📘 Not sure if it’s the right option? Read: What Is Certified Mail?

✉️ Want to type and mail a regular letter instead? Try: How to Mail a Letter Online

• USPS Certified Mail policies may change