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Access information to assist you in using the PostalOne!® system.

 
 
PostalOne! Getting Started Guide
The PostalOne! Getting Started Guide includes an overview of the program and a review of the application process. It also provides the initial steps to log on successfully and perform other basic system functions.

Download the Getting Started Guide
PostalOne! Getting Started Guide (PDF)
PostalOne! Getting Started Guide (RTF)

WWS Development Guide
The Wizard Web Service® (WWS) application enables the secure electronic submission of postal documents to the USPS. The Web service allows all mailers to submit and retrieve data electronically.

Download the WWS Development Guide for the next major release (Rate Case R2006-1):
WWS Development Guide (PDF)
WWS Development Guide (RTF)

FAST Web Services Technical Guide
The FAST system utilizes the PostalOne! system as the main communication platform with USPS external customers. Customers using the suite of electronic services provided by the PostalOne! system (i.e. ePostage, eDocumentation) will be able to leverage their existing information within the system to facilitate their appointment scheduling process. This comprehensive technical guide explains how to use the functionality available to customers for FAST Web Services via the PostalOne! system.

Download the FAST Technical Guide for the next major release (Rate Case R2006-1):
PostalOne! FAST Web Services Technical Guide (PDF)
PostalOne! FAST Web Services Technical Guide (RTF)

PostalOne! System File Validator for Mail.dat® Submissions
Use of the PostalOne! File Validator tool greatly increases the likelihood of successful submission of your Mail.dat jobs. It checks the contents and structure of your files, verifies that all required fields are populated, and that all files contain the correct character format.

Note: The file validator for the 07-1 Mail.dat spec will be available on April 9, 2007
Learn more about File Validator.

 
PostalOne! System Technical Guide (for Mail.dat®)
The Technical Guide explains the technical infrastructure preparations and changes that are required to consistently and reliably send mailing data to the PostalOne! system.

Download the current Technical Guide
PostalOne! System Technical Guide (PDF)
PostalOne! System Technical Guide (RTF)

eVS Technical Guide
Electronic Verification System® (eVS) allows high-volume package mailers and package consolidators to document and pay postage, including special service fees, using electronic manifest files. Publication 205, Electronic Verification System Technical Guide, Appendix A, eVS Electronic File Layout, and Appendix G, Service Type Codes and Rate Ingredient Tables, together contain the critical components needed to prepare for participation in eVS.

Download the draft eVS Technical Guide for the next major release (Rate Case R2006-1):
eVS Technical Guide - Appendix A (PDF)
eVS Technical Guide - Appendix A (HTM)
eVS Technical Guide - Appendix G(PDF)
eVS Technical Guide - Appendix G (HTM)

Postage Statement Wizard®
The Postage Statement Wizard Forms are being replaced with an online submit option through the PostalOne! system. The forms option will no longer be supported after the rate case implementation.
Learn more about Postage Statement Wizard®

PostalOne! System Release Notes
Release Notes provide information on system changes with an upcoming release.
Learn more about PostalOne! System Release Notes


  Related Services & Links
Mail.dat Users’ Guide
This guide, available through IDEAlliance, outlines the various expectations, benefits, and responsibilities associated with the file configuration standard required.
Automated Drop Shipment Scheduling Services
PostalOne! Automated Drop Shipment Scheduling Services are automated, near-real-time scheduling services that eliminate the need for manual drop shipment appointment requests, and allow customers to manage and report on appointment data using the FAST website.
IDEAlliance
International Digital Enterprise Alliance develops and maintains the industry standard file format of Mail.dat used to exchange information between customers and the Postal Service.
Business Mail 101
Business Mail 101 helps beginning or infrequent mailers better understand how to harness the power of mail to grow their business or organization. Learn what class of mail is right for you, what bulk rates are available for those classes, and why bulk mail could be the right choice for your business or organization.