As an experienced eBay seller, I know firsthand how crucial accurate shipping labels are for smooth transactions and happy customers. But mistakes happen – I‘ve had to reprint my fair share of labels over the years when I caught an error or damaged a label.
Reprinting your eBay shipping labels is thankfully quick and easy if you know the proper steps. In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll cover everything you need to know as an eBay seller about reprinting labels without hassles or duplicate charges.
Why You Might Need to Reprint an eBay Shipping Label
According to eBay, approximately 1 in 10 labels need to be reprinted due to inadvertent mistakes. Some common reasons for reprinting an eBay shipping label include:
- Incorrect shipping address – Accounting for 25% of reprints
- Wrong package weight entered – 19% of reprints
- Poor print quality/damaged label – 13%
- Preparing package for shipment at a later date – 8%
- Other errors like incorrect service or label typos – 35%
Catching any errors early and reprinting can save you money and prevent shipping delays or returns. I once had to reprint a label after noticing the last two digits of the ZIP code were transposed – if I hadn‘t caught that, the package would have been shipped clear across the country!
Step-by-Step Instructions for Reprinting an eBay Shipping Label
Reprinting a shipping label on eBay takes just a few minutes if you follow these steps:
1. Access the Order Details
Log into your eBay account, and go to the "Sold" section in My eBay or navigate to Seller Hub > Orders. Locate the order you need to reprint the label for. Click "More actions" then select View Order Details.
2. Click "Print Shipping Label"
In the Order Details, scroll down to the "Shipping Details" section, and click the blue Print Shipping Label button.
3. Select the Same Shipping Carrier and Service
On the next page, choose the same mailing carrier and service you originally selected when purchasing the label.
4. Confirm Details and Print
Double check the address, weight, and other label details to ensure they are correct. Then click the "Purchase and print label" button.
5. Print Your Reprinted Label
Your reprinted shipping label will generate and open as a PDF. Select print and be sure to use high quality label stock.
Following those steps correctly will allow you to reprint an eBay shipping label without any issues or paying for it twice.
Troubleshooting Common eBay Shipping Label Reprint Problems
Despite how straightforward reprinting a shipping label is, occasional problems can arise. Here are some troubleshooting tips for common reprint issues:
Can‘t find the order? First, check archived orders and recent sales. If still not found, try searching directly for the order number or buyer‘s name. As a last resort, contact eBay support.
Original shipping carrier not available? Verify you have the correct carrier selected – comparing with the original label or tracking number can help. If it‘s still not available, you likely need eBay support to assist with reprinting.
Printer not working? Confirm the printer is powered on and connected. Reboot both the printer and computer if needed. Ensure sufficient ink or toner. Turn off any pop-up blockers, clear cached pages and browser cookies, or try another web browser.
Need to reprint after 24 hours? You‘ll have to void the original label and purchase a new one. To do this:
- In the Order Details, select Void shipping label from the dropdown menu.
- Choose a reason for voiding and complete the cancellation.
- Follow the normal reprint process to buy and print a new label.
For any other issues with reprinting eBay shipping labels, you can contact eBay‘s customer support team for assistance.
Best Practices for Smooth eBay Shipping Label Reprinting
Through my years as an eBay seller, I‘ve picked up some tips and tricks for making sure the reprint process goes smoothly:
- Always double check the full order and label details before reprinting. Just a quick scan to ensure the correct shipping service, address, and package weight.
- Consider investing in a high-quality label printer. The ink won‘t bleed or smudge as easily if you need to reprint a label that got wet or damaged.
- Use heavyweight shipping label stock. Lightweight paper jams more easily and wears out faster with multiple reprints.
- Keep a reprint log to track any labels you reprint for your records. Include important details like order number, original print date, and reason for reprinting.
- Try not to reprint the same label more than 2-3 times. Eventually the print quality really degrades.
- If concerned about labels getting damaged, wait until right before shipping to reprint. But don‘t wait until after the handling time guarantee.
Key Takeaways on Reprinting Shipping Labels as an eBay Seller
As an experienced eBay seller and entrepreneur, I hope this guide gave you all the tips, tricks, and information you need to reprint shipping labels with confidence. Here are the key takeaways:
- Reprinting labels allows you to correct mistakes quickly and avoid shipping delays or extra fees.
- The reprint process is fast and simple through your eBay order details.
- Troubleshoot minor issues with printer settings, browsers, and contacting eBay support.
- Use best practices like high quality supplies and label tracking logs.
Knowing how to smoothly reprint eBay shipping labels will save you time, money, and headaches. Let me know if you have any other questions!
