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What is Postal Explorer?
Is Postal Explorer available on CD-ROM?
What publications are in Postal Explorer?
What is Postal Explorer?
Postal Explorer is a virtual library of postal information designed for business
mailers. It puts a wealth of postal information at your fingertips in an easy-to-use
format. The powerful search feature lets you quickly find information in a single
publication or across a range of publications. You can also view a publication by
clicking on the publication title.
Is Postal Explorer available on CD-ROM?
Yes, a CD-ROM version of Postal Explorer is produced twice a year. Domestic and
international price calculators can be updated over the Internet as changes are published
in the Postal Bulletin. For additional information see the Postal
Explorer CD-ROM Order Form.
What publications are in Postal Explorer?
Postal Explorer includes:
Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) PDF
or HTML
The Domestic Mail Manual contains the basic USPS standards for domestic mail
services; a description of and requirements for each mail classes, special services,
and ancillary services and conditions governing their use and the standards for
price eligibility and mail preparation.
Quick Service Guides PDF or
HTML
Quick Service Guides provide a 2-page overview of the standards for a particular
postal price, service, or preparation method. The first side typically summarizes
prices, eligibility, and other standards, the second side typically summarizes mail
preparation standards and or overviews of mailpiece design and other information.
For ease-of-use, the Quick Service Guides are linked to further details in the Domestic
Mail Manual.
Customer Support Rulings (CSR) HTML
Customer Support Rulings are to be used in conjunction with the
Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) standards. They were created to assist postal personnel
and customers with interpreting, clarifying, and applying the meaning of the standards
contained in the DMM. Because they are based on requirements current at the time
of issuance, future rulings may supplement, amend, or supersede the present rulings.
Price List (Notice 123) PDF
or HTML
The Price List is a booklet that contains all domestic prices and fees in
a concise and accessible manner. Additionally, the Price List contains the most
widely used international services. This is a convenient reference tool when you
are not at a computer.
International Mail Manual (IMM) PDF or HTML
The International Mail Manual contains the basic USPS standards for international
mail services; a description postage prices, classification and regulations for international
mail.
Postal Addressing Standards (Pub. 28) PDF
or HTML
Postal Addressing Standards describes standardized address formats for mail.
Developed by the Postal Service and the mailing industry, standardized addresses
enhance mail processing and delivery while reducing undeliverable-as-addressed mail.
This publication includes standard abbreviations for streets, counties, highways,
and business terms. It also includes Address Information Systems products and services.
Nonprofit Standard Mail Eligibility (Pub. 417)
PDF or HTML
Nonprofit Standard Mail Eligibility discusses eligibility, authorization,
and mailing standards for the Nonprofit Standard Mail prices. It explains the categories
or organizations that are eligible for the prices, how to request authorization,
and how to determine whether a mailing meets the general standards for the prices.
The publication also contains case studies and questions and answers about applying
the content-based restrictions.
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