How to Create a USPS V2 API Key

To integrate USPS tracking with LateShipment.com, you’ll need to generate a USPS V2 API Key. Follow the steps below to complete the process:

Step 1: Register for USPS Web Tools

• Go to the USPS Web Tools Registration page.
  
  

• Fill out the registration form and click Submit.

Step 2: Receive Web Tools Credentials

• After submitting the form, you will receive your Web Tools USERID and Web Tools Password via email.
  
  

• Save these details for later use.
  
  

Step 3: Set Up Your Mailer ID (MID)

1. Go to the USPS Mailer ID page.
   
   

2. Click Sign in to BCG (Business Customer Gateway).

3. Copy and save your Mailer ID (MID).

Step 4: Submit Package Tracking Access Request

1. Visit the USPS Web Tools Inquiry page.
   
   

2. Enter your Web Tools USERID (from your email).
   
   

3. Select:
   
   

   • Tracking APIs
     
     

   • Access for Tracking APIs

4. In the Additional Information text box, provide the following details:
   
   

   • Web Tools USERID:
     
     

   • Mailer ID (MID):
     
     

   • Company Name:
     
     

   • Company Website:
     
     

   • Requester First and Last Name:
     
     

   • Requester Email:
     
     

   • Requester Phone Number:
     
     

   • Mailing Address:
     
     

   • Mailing City:
     
     

   • Mailing State:
     
     

   • Mailing Zip Code:
     
     

   • Web Tools Registration Date:
     
     

   • API Access Requested: Package Tracking (API=TrackV2)
     
     

   • Anticipated Volume: (daily, weekly, monthly, or annually)
     
     

   • Shipping done with USPS: Please describe
     
     

   • Additional Information: I want to track my shipments

5. Click Next.
   
   

Step 5: Confirm and Submit

1. Provide your contact information and click Next.

2. Review your details carefully and click Submit.
   
   

3. Copy and save your Service Request Number for reference.
   
   

Step 6: Share Your Credentials

Once completed, please share the following details with your account manager or email them to support@lateshipment.com:

• Web Tools USERID
  
  

• Web Tools Password
  
  

• Mailer ID (MID)
  
  

Tip: Make sure you keep a secure copy of your credentials. This information is required to enable USPS package tracking in your LateShipment.com account.