Intelligent Mail Matrix Barcode (IMmb) FAQ Page

The IMmb is a two-dimensional, GS1 DataMatrix barcode used for routing and tracking of packages within the USPS processing network.  Presently the IMmb is used in combination with the Intelligent Mail Package Barcode (IMpb) to improve processing efficiency. 

Newspaper Mail Preparation & Entry

Guidance for Newspaper Publishers 

Periodicals: Customer Service Issues

Guidance for Resolving Periodicals Delivery Issues

Periodicals Account Maintenance - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

USPS Nonprofit Authorizations - Frequently Asked Questions

Provides answers to questions for customers applying for a USPS Nonprofit Authorization.

Periodicals: New Launch Procedure - Frequently Asked Questions

For publishers applying for Periodicals mailing privileges using the New Launch procedure.  

Periodicals: Application Process - Frequently Asked Questions

Provides answers to frequently asked questions from publishers applying for Periodicals mailing privileges.

TED-C (Trailing Edge Die-Cut) Letters - Frequently Asked Questions

This document answers some frequently asked questions about mailing TED-C letters.

Address Element Correction (AEC) FAQ

FAQ page for AEC product, including what it is, how it works, turnaround times, and costs.

July 2024 Market Dominant Price Change Filing Webinar Q&A updated May 29, 2024

Computerized Delivery Sequence (CDS) FAQs

This document provides frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers for the CDS product.

Electronic Address Sequencing (EAS) FAQs

This document provides frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers for EAS.

Address Element Correction II (AEC II) FAQ

FAQ page for AEC II product, including what it is, how it works, and costs.

January 2024 Release - FAQ

Marriage Mail Incentive FAQs

Marriage Mail is a form of direct mail in which marketing service companies combine or “marry” advertisements (e.g., coupons or sales notices) from multiple companies into one mail piece to reduce the cost of the mailing for individual advertisers. This type of direct mailing product allows businesses to reach targeted customer segments.

Retargeting Promo Job Aid- Asking Questions

To go back to Portal Guide

TSI Promo Job Aid- Asking Questions

To go back to Portal Guide

July 2023 - Release - FAQ

FAQs for the IV-MTR API

This document provides answers to FAQs for the IV-MTR API.

January 2023 - Release FAQ

Ancillary Services for Parcel Select and Parcel Select Lightweight FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Ancillary Services for Parcel Select and Parcel Select Lightweight

Intelligent Mail® Barcode FAQ

This document includes frequently asked questions (FAQ) and answers for IMb.

April 2022 - Release FAQ

Important information about upcoming April 2022 Release changes.

2022 Informed Delivery Promotion FAQ

Please see the document below to find answers to frequently asked questions for the 2022 Informed Delivery Promotion.

January 2022 - Release FAQ

Important information about upcoming January 2022 Release changes.