Send USPS Certified Mail Online
Upload your letter to send a certified letter online, choose options like ERR or Restricted Delivery, and track through delivery—with digital proofs saved to your dashboard.
Service Fees
Standard Certified
$9.99
- Preparation & printing
- USPS label & barcodes
- Dashboard tracking & proofs
USPS fees & postage added at checkout.
With ERR
$12.99
- Everything in Standard
- ERR PDF delivered to your email
- Signature image when captured
USPS fees & postage added at checkout.
Restricted Delivery
$15.99
- Everything in ERR
- Addressee-only signature
- Extra chain-of-custody control
USPS fees & postage added at checkout.
USPS extra-service fees (as of Jul 13, 2025)
- Certified Mail fee: $5.30
- Return Receipt — Electronic (ERR): $2.82
- Return Receipt — Green Card: $4.40
- Restricted Delivery (with Certified): $13.70
Plus First-Class Mail® postage based on weight/shape. Fees subject to USPS changes.
Looking for the cost of Certified Mail? Your total Certified Mail price = USPS extra-service fees + First-Class postage + our service fee.
For our full Certified Mail pricing breakdown, see our pricing.
USPS extra-service fees are passed through at current rates; our checkout reflects the latest USPS prices.
Why choose Certified Mail
Compliance & documentation
- Commonly used for legal notices and contractual communications
- Create a clear paper trail (mailing receipt + delivery scans)
- Add ERR for a downloadable PDF receipt
Tracking & proofs
- Real-time USPS tracking updates
- Delivery confirmation and status history
- Records stored in your dashboard
Track Certified Mail
Use your USPS Certified Mail tracking number to track certified mail from acceptance to delivery. We save all scans and proof of mailing / proof of delivery in your dashboard, including certified mail delivery confirmation and return receipt events. Track a certified letter throughout its journey with real-time updates.
Need return receipt requested? Choose between Certified Mail return receipt options: Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) or the green card (PS Form 3811) if you need a signed receipt.
Electronic Return Receipt (ERR)
What you get
- Delivery date & time
- Delivery address
- Recipient signature image (when captured)
- Download your electronic return receipt (USPS ERR) as a PDF for your records
Best for
- Notices with deadlines
- Contract/HR communications
- Insurance/finance documentation
How online Certified Mail works
Upload document
Upload your PDF or compose online
Choose options
Select Certified, add ERR or Restricted Delivery
We process
Print, certify, and submit to USPS (same business day before cut-off)
Track & confirm
Monitor scans and download proofs
Ready to send a Certified letter?
It takes about 2–3 minutes.
Start nowFrequently Asked Questions
How long does Certified Mail take to deliver?
Certified Mail travels via First-Class Mail service, typically 1–5 business days. Actual timing depends on distance and USPS processing.
What happens if no one is available to sign?
If no one is available to sign, USPS leaves a notice and offers redelivery or pickup. USPS may leave a follow-up notice, and items are generally held up to 15 days before being returned if unclaimed.
What does ERR provide?
A digital receipt with delivery date/time, address, and when available, the recipient’s signature—emailed as a PDF for your records.
How do your fees relate to USPS fees?
Our service fee covers preparation, printing, and handling. USPS extra-service fees (e.g., Certified, ERR, Restricted Delivery) and First-Class postage are added at checkout and pass through at current USPS rates.
Do I need Return Receipt or can I send Certified Mail without it?
Yes—you can send Certified Mail without Return Receipt. You'll still receive a proof of mailing and delivery scans. Choose Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) or the green card (PS Form 3811) if you need a signed receipt.
What does "return receipt requested" mean?
It means you want proof of delivery with recipient details. You can choose the digital option—Electronic Return Receipt (ERR)—or the paper green card (PS Form 3811).
Is a signature always required for Certified Mail?
Certified Mail typically includes a signature required on delivery; Restricted Delivery ensures the addressee signs. When USPS completes delivery without a signature, you still receive delivery details (and ERR shows the delivery event).
How much does Certified Mail cost?
Your total cost = USPS Certified Mail extra-service fee + optional Return Receipt fee + First-Class postage + our service fee. USPS fees change periodically; our checkout reflects current rates.
Can I send Certified Mail to a P.O. Box?
Yes. USPS places a delivery notice in the P.O. Box and holds the item for pickup with signature. Tracking shows attempts and pickup. Add Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) if you need a PDF receipt.