Point2Point Global (P2P) Guide

Point2Point Global (P2P) specializes in cross-border ecommerce and international shipping, with additional support for select domestic multi-modal shipping services.

This guide provides detailed information on utilizing P2P shipping with the EasyPost API, covering account setup, rates, label creation, manifests, tracking, and more.

For operational details, shipment nuances, and frequently asked questions, refer to the P2P Carrier Support and FAQs article.

Sign up for an EasyPost account to obtain a Test and Production API key. See Authentication and Key Management for more information.

1. Contact P2P to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account.
2. Inform P2P about using EasyPost’s API for label purchases.
3. Acquire rates and align any additional shipping needs.
4. Obtain the following account credentials:
   1. username
   2. api_key
   3. customer_id
5. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access.

Download an EasyPost Client Library or utilize the REST API with cURL.

Examine the EasyPost Objects section to understand the API's structure, which is critical for constructing requests and interpreting responses.

P2P is a Live Rating integration, enabling real-time rate retrieval for shipments created via EasyPost.

• When creating a shipment, EasyPost requests P2P for shipment rates specific to the user’s P2P account.
• The rates provided are directly from P2P and tailored to the user's specific account details.
• In cases of discrepancies or incorrect rates, users are advised to contact their P2P account representative.

All P2P shipments purchased through EasyPost are billed by P2P in USD. Contact P2P for specific invoicing procedures.

Refer to the Help Center for more information about payment methods, wallet funding, or account billing.

P2P offers the following service levels:

There are no predefined packages for P2P.

With EasyPost, generating shipping labels for P2P is the same process as generating them for any other carrier.

Review the Getting Started Guide for help generating a shipping label.

One-call buys enable streamlined label purchasing through the EasyPost API by consolidating multiple operations into a single API request. This feature is designed to simplify and accelerate the shipping process by combining the creation of a shipment, retrieval of rates, and purchasing the shipping label into one efficient step.

See Reducing API Response Times for more information.

Manifesting is supported for P2P.

Voiding P2P labels through EasyPost is supported, with some restrictions:

“Parcels can only be cancelled under certain circumstances, for example, before the parcel has been received and processed by Point2Point Global (if sending your parcels to Point2Point Global) or before you have manifested the parcel (if sending your parcel directly to the carrier).”

EasyPost offers P2P labels in PNG, PDF, and ZPL formats.

Possible values for P2P shipping label sizes:

• 4 x 6

This guide does not specify handling hazardous materials with P2P. Shippers are advised to contact P2P directly for hazmat inquiries.

P2P accommodates pickups based on individual agreements with customers. While regular pickups can be arranged directly with P2P during the account registration process, they cannot be scheduled via the EasyPost API.

EasyPost simplifies package tracking by offering two methods:

• Tracking with an existing number and carrier.
• Using a Tracker included with an EasyPost-purchased shipping label.

The service integrates webhooks for timely shipment updates. For detailed information on tracking methods, visit the Tracking Guide.

The Carrier Metadata endpoint can programmatically return information about service levels, predefined packages, supported features, and shipment options.

Use this information to quickly integrate and make educated decisions about the mix of carriers for shipping needs. Additionally, the Carrier Metadata endpoint is available to retrieve comprehensive information about all carriers on the EasyPost platform, enhancing decision-making for carrier services.

In addition to the guidance provided in our Carrier Guides, EasyPost offers support to assist with FAQs, troubleshooting issues, and inquiries related to the EasyPost platform.

Please visit the Help Center for more information.

For questions about getting started with the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or contact our Support team.