Remember when shipping something meant tracking down spare change, hoping the card reader actually worked, or waiting in line behind someone counting pennies? Yeah, nobody misses that.

In 2025, the idea of going cashless isn’t just convenient; it’s a no-brainer. For mail centers, shipping desks, and campus mailrooms, making the switch to a cashless setup doesn’t just speed things up, it makes life so much easier for staff, students, and anyone sending a package.

Let’s break down why cashless shipping isn’t just the future, but rather, the upgrade we’ve been waiting for, and how Anytime Postage’s innovative solution makes life easier on both sides of the counter.

Multiple Ways to Pay: Card Readers and QR Codes That Work for Everyone

Not everyone pays the same way. Some people live by tap-to-pay. Others still swipe. And plenty just want to scan a QR code and be done.

The beauty of a modern cashless shipping solution is flexibility. Whether it's a physical card reader at the counter or a QR code posted on a wall, customers can pay however they’re most comfortable. No extra app downloads. No awkward “do you take Venmo?” moments. Just smooth, simple payments.

Anytime Postage supports two simple, flexible payment methods right out of the box:

• A card reader for traditional swipe, tap, and chip card payments.

• A QR code-based payment system—no hardware needed, just scan and pay.

Both systems accept all major credit and debit cards, so users aren’t stuck wondering if their method will work. Whether they’re mailing something at a kiosk or at a staffed counter, the process is quick, intuitive, and doesn’t require app downloads or cash on hand.

Built-In Payment Security: PCI Compliance Without the Hassle

Security doesn’t have to mean extra work. Anytime Postage is ranked compliant with PCI standards through Stripe, our payment processor, so the heavy lifting around compliance is already done.

This means your payment system is protected end-to-end—encrypted, secure, and up to industry standards. No manual oversight or additional certifications required on your end. Just plug in and let Stripe handle the backend security.

Simplify Staff Shipping: Monthly Invoicing for Internal Use

Handling internal packages shouldn’t feel like doing your taxes. With cashless shipping, your team can skip the payment step altogether and charge shipments to internal departments, and Anytime Postage’s system makes internal use just as smooth as public transactions. If staff need to ship items, there’s no need to process a payment at the counter.

Instead, we set up monthly invoicing for internal use. Employees and departments can ship without reaching for a card, and you’ll get a single, clear invoice each month. Simple for staff, clean for finance.

See Every Dollar: Real-Time Reporting and Payment Tracking

Ever try reconciling a cash drawer after a long day? Not fun.

All payment data flows into Telaria, the Anytime Postage reporting platform, which means you can quickly and easily:

• View real-time reporting across locations and time periods.

• Export transaction and billing data.

• See how much your customers (or departments) are spending.

• Track payments down to the carrier level.

With digital payments, you get instant visibility into what’s been paid, what’s pending, and where the money’s going. Real-time dashboards let you track transactions by service, date, location, or whatever works best for your setup. No more guesswork. No more end-of-month surprises.

Why Cashless Just Makes Sense for Modern Mail Services

Going cashless allows mail services to focus more on providing great service, not counting change or fixing jammed registers. It’s faster for senders, easier for staff, and smarter for admins.

Cashless setups allow you to create customer-facing kiosks, handle staff invoicing, and run payment tracking—all in one system.

It's cleaner. It’s faster. And it works.

Ready to Go Cashless? Let Anytime Postage Handle the Setup

Here’s the best part: you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Anytime Postage makes it easy to roll out a cashless payment system that fits your mail center’s needs. From hardware and software to training and support, they’ve got you covered.

So whether you're upgrading a hotel mailroom or modernizing a campus-wide shipping operation, we can help you get there with zero stress and no cash drawers in sight.