Reviewed 2026-07-19
How to Send a Physical Letter Online
Type a letter or upload a PDF, enter a known address or select a location on the map, and have the document printed and mailed without visiting a post office.
Short answer
To send a physical letter online with MappyMail, enter a known destination or select it on the map, type your letter or upload a PDF, review the pages and mailing options, and complete checkout. MappyMail handles printing, envelope preparation, postage, and mailing.
Send a letter onlineStep by step
- 1
Choose the destination
Enter a known address or select the location on the map.
- 2
Add recipient details
Enter the name, role, apartment, suite, or unit when needed.
- 3
Create the document
Type in the browser or upload a supported PDF.
- 4
Review the preview and options
Check every page, destination line, and available mail option.
- 5
Complete checkout
Confirm the total and submit the letter for preparation and mailing.
Practical example from the product workflow
What happens in this situation
- Situation
- You want to create a physical letter in a browser instead of preparing and posting it yourself.
- Destination step
- Enter a known address or select a map location, then review the destination.
- What the sender adds
- The letter or PDF, required recipient details, and selected mailing options.
- What MappyMail does not supply
- A delivery guarantee or recipient response; available options are shown before checkout.
Known address or map location
If you already know the recipient and complete address, enter them directly. If you recognize the destination but do not know its street address, use the map and review the address returned for that location.
What the recipient receives
The recipient receives a physical paper letter. They do not need an email address, an application, or a MappyMail account.
Important limitations
- MappyMail sends paper documents, not packages or original physical items.
- Available destinations and mailing options are shown during the workflow.
- Delivery dates are estimates and are not guaranteed.
Common questions
Can I use an address I already know?
Yes. Search for or enter the known address, review it, and continue with the letter.
Does the recipient need an account?
No. The recipient receives ordinary physical mail.
What does MappyMail handle?
MappyMail handles printing, envelope preparation, postage, and physical mailing. The recipient does not need an app or MappyMail account.