# Announcing Priority Mailed Check: Faster Delivery with Tracking

> This article is general information, not legal advice. Confirm due dates and requirements with your recipient.

## TL;DR

- **What’s new:** Send checks via **USPS Priority Mail** right from Check Supply—includes end‑to‑end tracking. [USPS Priority Mail](https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail.htm)
- **Why it matters:** **Faster delivery** than First‑Class for time‑sensitive payments, with visibility.
- **Price:** **$21.95** per check.
- **Timing:** Typical USPS transit **2–3 business days** in most domestic zones. [USPS Priority Mail](https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail.htm)

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## Why we added Priority Mailed Check

Sometimes **1–5 day** First‑Class timing is too slow. Priority Mail balances **speed and cost**, giving you reliable tracking and faster delivery for bills, rent, and vendor payments when deadlines are close.

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## Who it’s for (common use cases)

- **Rent due in a few days** and you need quicker arrival
- **Invoices** where you want faster delivery and tracking
- **HOA/condo dues** near deadline windows
- **Time‑sensitive reimbursements** or deposits that can’t wait

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## How it works in Check Supply

1. Choose **Priority Mail** at checkout.
2. We print and ship via USPS Priority Mail from our facility.
3. You get **tracking updates** in the app from acceptance to delivery. [USPS Tracking Basics](https://faq.usps.com/s/article/USPS-Tracking-The-Basics)
4. **Funds stay in your account until the check is cashed**, and you can **cancel or reissue** before deposit if needed.

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## Delivery speed and reliability

- USPS states Priority Mail typically delivers in **2–3 business days** domestically, with tracking included. [USPS Priority Mail](https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail.htm)
- Consider local holidays and weather; carriers may experience delays during peak seasons.
- For guaranteed timelines, see **Express Check** below.

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## Pricing

- **Priority Mailed Check — $21.95**
- Includes: USPS Priority Mail postage and tracking

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## Examples you might relate to

- “My rent is due this week; I want faster delivery and tracking.”
- “A client invoice needs to arrive sooner than First‑Class.”
- “We had a payment go missing once—Priority’s tracking gives peace of mind.”

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## FAQs

**Is Priority faster than Certified Mail?**

Yes. Certified is an extra service layered on First‑Class (1–5 days). Priority is a faster USPS service class (typically 2–3 days) and includes tracking. [USPS First‑Class](https://www.usps.com/ship/first-class-mail.htm), [USPS Priority](https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail.htm)

**Is delivery guaranteed?**

Priority Mail is not guaranteed; for guaranteed overnight to 2‑day timelines in most areas, use **Express Check**. [USPS Priority Mail Express](https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail-express.htm)

**When will funds leave my account?**

With Check Supply, **funds stay in your account until the check is cashed** by the recipient.

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## Conclusion

When you need checks to arrive **faster with tracking**, **Priority Mailed Check** is the right fit—balancing speed, reliability, and cost. For critical deadlines, consider **Express Check** for guaranteed timelines in most areas.