Why We're Here
If you live in Alaska like we do, you know what it's like to overpay for shipping from online retailers that only offer UPS or FedEx delivery – the most expensive shipping options.
Many retailers offer “FREE SHIPPING” to other states in the U.S., but refuse to offer Alaskans the cost-effective shipping options we all know are available through the U. S. Postal Service.
We decided to do something about it!
How It Works...
1. Place Orders
Use your personal mailbox address at our warehouse in Idaho to ship items to when you purchase from all your favorite online stores. Registration is fast and free!
2. Warehouse Arrival
As soon as we receive packages addressed to you, we'll send you a notice with photos, measurements, and price quotes so that you can approve the USPS forwarding method that suits you.
3. Package Forwarding
We treat every package as if it's our own, and will send it on its way to your selected destination address promptly and securely.
4. Final Delivery
Your packages are delivered to you in Alaska by the USPS – with more reliable and less expensive service than any other carrier.
Our Approach
- Simple pricing: Standard USPS rates + $5/package handling fee
- Manage your shipments in a state-of-the-art web portal
- Every package is photographed and documented for reference
- We have a physical presence in Idaho and Alaska for best support
- We are fully insured and compliant with all regulations
Ready to Get Started?
Get your own dedicated mailbox address at our warehouse – no subscription fee or startup cost required!
Register NowAbout Us
Our family has lived and worked in Alaska for over 50 years -- from homestead life, to mining camps in the interior, to the hustle of the Bering Sea, and the remote towns and villages of Southeast Alaska. Have you ever ordered a $15 part, paid $150 for expedited delivery and had to wait 2 weeks to receive it? We have experienced the unending frustration of managing logistics throughout the state, and now, our solution can be your solution!
If you live in Alaska, you're probably familiar with these common situations:
- “FREE SHIPPING” comes with fine print that excludes Alaska or anywhere “outside of the contiguous United States.”
- How about the puzzling statement, “This item does not ship to Alaska”?
- Exorbitant shipping surcharges and handling fees are added for Alaskan addresses.
- You work your way through a retailer’s arduous checkout, only to find at the end that shipping costs double or even triple the final price of your purchase.
- Despite paying premium rates for certain carriers, packages eventually show up in your USPS post office box anyway – arriving much later than the “Next Day” or “2nd Day” for which you were billed.
We have solved all these problems with Deliver2Alaska.com, and that’s what this is all about – Alaskans helping Alaskans get the job done!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1Can I manage packages being forwarded to multiple destinations?
No problem! Our web portal allows you to set up as many Alaskan destinations as needed, and you can choose which one to direct each package to when it arrives at our warehouse.
2Can my packages be automatically forwarded instead of confirming each one?
Absolutely! Some customers prefer to save transit time and not have to dialogue about their packages – they already know which USPS shipping method works best for their location.
From our web portal, you can select a default auto-forwarding destination, payment method, and mail class, and we will follow those instructions for every package that arrives for you. You'll still receive package notification and tracking information, but will not need to confirm each package. This is ideal for customers who are comfortable with our system and already know what they want, or those in rural locations with limited Internet access.
From our web portal, you can select a default auto-forwarding destination, payment method, and mail class, and we will follow those instructions for every package that arrives for you. You'll still receive package notification and tracking information, but will not need to confirm each package. This is ideal for customers who are comfortable with our system and already know what they want, or those in rural locations with limited Internet access.
3How do I track my packages?
Your retailer will typically provide you with a tracking number through their shipping system to monitor until the package is delivered to our warehouse. After that point, as soon as your order is en route to Alaska, we'll send you a USPS tracking link to show the progress toward its final destination.
4Are there restrictions on package size and contents?
Because we use USPS for forwarding, we must follow their restrictions on package size and allowed contents. Please familiarize yourself with these requirements to avoid shipments to us that we CANNOT LEGALLY send to you in the mail.
The dimensional and weight restrictions are essentially a maximum of 108" (length plus girth) and a weight of up to 70lb, including packaging.
Calculating girth is slightly tricky, so review the USPS instructions carefully. Example package sizes:
25” x 25”x 8” = 91” total dimensional size
25” x 25” x 16.5” = 108” total dimensional size
If you get your measuring tape out, you can see these are sizable packages. To help you visualize . . . . .you could ship MOST of the largest microwave ovens.
The dimensional and weight restrictions are essentially a maximum of 108" (length plus girth) and a weight of up to 70lb, including packaging.
Calculating girth is slightly tricky, so review the USPS instructions carefully. Example package sizes:
25” x 25”x 8” = 91” total dimensional size
25” x 25” x 16.5” = 108” total dimensional size
If you get your measuring tape out, you can see these are sizable packages. To help you visualize . . . . .you could ship MOST of the largest microwave ovens.
5What happens if a package cannot be forwarded using the Postal Service?
If you notify us ahead of time regarding the mistake (example: you realize the item has lithium batteries included), then we can try to reject the parcel and have it returned to the retailer – this will typically be cheaper for you than paying additional UPS/FedEx forwarding costs to your home location. But, in cases where that is not possible or less than ideal, we will work with you to determine an alternative preferred shipping method to get it to your door (this will usually be UPS or FedEx).
6Where is your warehouse operation?
It is based in north Idaho, a region where USPS rates to Alaska are cost-effective and shipping time is optimal. The address to use for your packages will include your name and a private mailbox number.
7Is your warehouse safe and secure?
Yes, the security of our customers' packages is paramount, and our warehouse is well protected and insured against any harm.
8What USPS delivery services can I choose from?
We offer forwarding with First-Class Mail (for mailpieces and packages lighter than 1lb), Retail Ground (formerly Parcel Post), Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express.
9What if my package arrives at your facility damaged?
We will provide you with a photo of the box as we received it, and assist you in having the package refused/returned to the sender, or repackaged for better protection in the next leg of its trip.
10How much time to I have to respond when a shipment arrives for me?
We will do everything in our power to reach you promptly and make sure that your shipment continues en route to its final destination in Alaska. If we do not receive any response from our attempts to contact you, we consider packages abandoned after 30 days and eventually dispose of unclaimed items.
11What happens if something unforeseen goes wrong?
Fortunately, you are dealing with humans and not robots or autonomous systems on our end! If we have a problem with something shipped to our facility and cannot proceed, we will contact you via email, or if need be, by phone to help you understand what’s gone wrong and what are your options. If you’ve had something shipped to us and need to request that we reject it, we can help you with that too.