You may run into character limits when creating a USPS shipping label if the address or product description is too long. This guide outlines the maximum character counts for each field so you can avoid errors and format addresses correctly.
If you’re looking for UPS character limits, check this support article.
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Character limits by field
Ship From
| Field | Maximum Character Count |
|---|---|
| Name (First and Last) | 46 |
| Company Name | 46 |
| Address Line 1 | 46 |
| Address Line 2 | 46 |
| City | 50 |
| State | 50 |
Ship To (Domestic)
| Field | Maximum Character Count |
|---|---|
| Name (First and Last) | 47 |
| Company Name | 47 |
| Address Line 1 | 47 |
| Address Line 2 | 47 |
| City | 50 |
| State | 50 |
Ship To (International)
| Field | Maximum Character Count |
|---|---|
| Name (First and Last) | 47 |
| Company Name | 47 |
| Address Line 1 | 47 |
| Address Line 2 | 47 |
| City | 50 |
| Province | 50 |
| Product Description on Customs Form | 50 |
Tips for abbreviating address fields
Some characters take up more space than others, so even if a field looks like it fits, it may still trigger an error. If the label is cut off or you see a character limit error, try abbreviating the address.
Here are common abbreviations that can help:
| Full Word | Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| North | N |
| South | S |
| East | E |
| West | W |
| Road | Rd |
| Street | St |
| Lane | Ln |
| Court | Ct |
| Suite | Ste |
| Apartment | Apt |
| Post Office Box | PO Box |