🚚 I hear so many new sellers say shipping on Whatnot is one of the most confusing parts of getting started. Between USPS flat rate, priority, ground advantage, and all the settings in the app, it can feel overwhelming. What a lot of people don’t realize is that even small mistakes in setup can eat away at profits quickly. The difference between setting it up right vs wrong can mean saving hundreds of dollars 💰 on your Whatnot journey.
Here are 3 shipping tips every Whatnot seller should know ⬇️
1️⃣ Stick to one category when you first start selling – Jumping into multiple categories can make shipping feel chaotic fast. Each one often needs different methods & packing materials, which can get expensive. Pick one category, master shipping there, then branch out.
2️⃣ Learn the difference between flat rate, priority & ground advantage – Each option has its place. Choosing the wrong…
so i have a question about the second category i just took on. i've been a vintage decor/art glass seller for first 3 years. so i'm actually used to complicated shipping method for shipping glass of all different sizes and fragility. now i'm also selling jewelry - which is ALOT easier to pack and ship. i use flat rate $9.21 for my jewelry. my question is, does it make a difference on the flat rate when i use a small flat rate box vs. a big flat rate box? (or even envelope). thank you very much for the help!!