Smart Buyer FAQ

Understanding Authentic USPS Forever® Stamps & Avoiding Risky Discounts

Why are some websites selling “Forever stamps” for $10–$25 per 100?

USPS Forever® stamps have a fixed face value.
Prices far below that level are typically only possible in one of three cases:

  • The product is not legitimate postage

  • The stamps are counterfeit or unusable

  • The site does not deliver stamps at all

Extremely low pricing is not a sustainable business model — it is a warning sign.

What happens if I use counterfeit or invalid stamps?

Customers who unknowingly use invalid postage often experience:

  • Mail returned with “Postage Due” markings

  • Delayed or rejected delivery

  • Embarrassment for important mail (invitations, invoices, legal documents)

Counterfeit postage is also a federal issue in the U.S.
Saving a few dollars rarely justifies these risks.

Are there risks beyond losing the stamps?

Yes.
Many fraudulent stamp sites are designed primarily to collect payment information.

Reported issues include:

  • Unauthorized charges weeks later

  • Credit card cancellations and disputes

  • Payment security and identity risks

Authentic postage should never come with payment anxiety.

How can I tell if a stamp offer is unsafe?

Be cautious if you notice:

  • Prices dramatically below USPS face value

  • No verifiable business information

  • No clear return or refund policy

  • Limited or irreversible payment options

  • No real customer support beyond a form

Legitimate sellers operate transparently.

Are your stamps authentic USPS Forever® stamps?

Yes.
All stamps sold on AuthStamps are 100% genuine USPS Forever® stamps, legally issued by the United States Postal Service and valid for mailing anywhere in the U.S., with no expiration.

We do not sell replicas, labels, imitation postage, or non-postal products.

Why are your prices lower than USPS but higher than some online sellers?

Because authenticity has a real cost.

Our pricing reflects:

  • Verified, USPS-issued postage

  • Lawful secondary-market sourcing

  • Manual inspection and quality control

  • Secure checkout and insured delivery

We offer reasonable savings without compromising legality or security.

How do you verify stamp authenticity?

All inventory undergoes a structured verification process, including:

  • Print quality and paper stock inspection

  • Review of USPS production security features

  • Randomized batch checks before fulfillment

Only stamps that pass all verification standards are approved for shipment.

Will these stamps work at any U.S. post office?

Yes.
All AuthStamps products are accepted at:

  • All U.S. post offices

  • USPS mailboxes

  • Automated sorting and scanning facilities

They are suitable for personal, business, and bulk mailing.

Do you offer bulk pricing?

Yes.
Volume-based pricing is applied automatically at checkout based on quantity.
No promo codes or special requests are required.

Is shipping included, and how long does delivery take?

All orders include free U.S. shipping with tracking.

  • Processing time: 1–2 business days

  • Delivery time: 4–8 business days (depending on destination)

All shipments are insured.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept secure online payments through trusted payment processors.
All transactions are encrypted, and AuthStamps does not store credit card information.

What is your return policy?

AuthStamps offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

If you believe there is a quality or authenticity concern, please contact us within 30 days of delivery.
All requests are reviewed promptly and handled according to our return policy.

Are you affiliated with USPS?

No.
AuthStamps is an independent retailer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the United States Postal Service.

USPS trademarks are used solely to identify genuine postage.

Final thought: Is saving more always better?

Not when it comes to postage.

When mail matters —
invitations, business documents, legal notices —
authenticity is worth more than the discount.