PrintWhen you buy postage online, you'll pay standard U.S. Postal Service rates. In addition, all of the online postage vendors also impose a service charge, usually around 10 percent of the cost of your postage. Some vendors charge this fee when you add postage to your online account, while others charge you only when you actually use the postage. In most cases, the vendor will not exceed a maximum monthly service charge (usually $20 to $25), providing an incentive for customers who buy large amounts of postage. They may set a minimum monthly service charge as well.
Some vendors offer different service plans for consumer and business customers. Vendors may also charge for any special hardware or software that they require for the use of their services. Before you sign up with an online postage vendor, be sure to check its Web site for complete price and billing information.
