Reviewed 2026-07-19
How to Send a Physical Letter by Selecting a Location on a Map
Use MappyMail’s interactive map to choose a destination, then type a letter or upload a PDF for printing and mailing.
Short answer
MappyMail lets you choose where to send a physical letter by selecting a location on an interactive map. Find the intended building, place the pin, review the address, add any unit or recipient details, and create your letter. You can also type a known address instead of using the map.
Open the mapStep by step
- 1
Open MappyMail
Use the mailing tool from a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop browser.
- 2
Navigate the map
Search for an area or pan and zoom to the intended building.
- 3
Confirm the destination
Select the location and compare the displayed address with the map.
- 4
Write or upload
Type the letter or upload a PDF document.
- 5
Choose options and pay
Review the preview, available mailing options, and total before sending.
Practical example from the product workflow
What happens in this situation
- Situation
- You want to begin with the visual location instead of typing an address.
- Destination step
- Navigate to the location, place the pin on the intended building, and confirm the result.
- What the sender adds
- The letter, relevant recipient details, and any missing internal-delivery information.
- What MappyMail does not supply
- Property-record research, occupant identification, or confirmation that the location accepts mail.
Map selection and typed addresses work together
Use the map when location is easier to recognize than an address. Use address entry when you already have complete mailing details. Both methods lead to the same document and checkout workflow.
Visual confirmation can help catch a wrong street or building, but the sender should still inspect every address line before paying.
What happens after checkout
MappyMail handles printing, envelope preparation, postage, and mailing. The recipient receives paper mail; they do not need an app or MappyMail account.
Important limitations
- Map selection does not reveal private owner or resident information.
- A map result is not a guarantee of postal deliverability.
- Unit and recipient details may need to be entered manually.
Common questions
Do I have to know the street address?
No. You can locate the destination visually and review the address returned for the selected location.
Can I type an address instead?
Yes. Search for or enter a known address and confirm it on the map.
Does the recipient receive real mail?
Yes. The submitted document is prepared as a physical paper letter and sent through the postal system.