Category: For Customers

Welcome to CitizenShipper’s blog, where we provide helpful content for customers using our shipping marketplace. Whether you’re new to CitizenShipper or a returning customer, our articles explain how our platform works and highlight the benefits of using our service for your shipping needs.

CitizenShipper is a shipping marketplace connecting drivers with customers who need to transport hard-to-ship items such as pets, motorcycles, cars, boats, and freight. Our platform enables drivers to compete against each other, resulting in cost savings for our customers.

Our platform is ideal for customers who need to ship items locally or long-distance. All of our drivers undergo pre-screening and verification, giving you peace of mind that your items are in safe hands. We also provide feedback from previous customers to help you choose the right driver for your needs.

To get started, simply post your shipping request for free and receive bids from our verified drivers within minutes. You’ll be able to compare prices and find the best deal. With CitizenShipper, you can enjoy safe and stress-free shipping.

A U-Haul moving truck with its shipping doors closed is parked at a gas station near a fuel pump on a sunny day, with trees visible in the background.

Apartment Moves » For Customers · Updated July 31, 2025

Household Moving Shipping Bids

List your moving needs on CitizenShipper to receive competitive bids from background-verified drivers for your household move. Simple, safe, and affordable!

A white car being transported on a flatbed truck.

For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated April 23, 2025

Your Guide to Finding Reliable Car Transporters

Discover how to find reliable car transporters without breaking the bank. Learn the benefits of using CitizenShipper for safe and affordable car shipping.

A person pushes a Christmas tree through a netting machine, wrapping the tree in mesh for easier transport—ready for loading onto a Christmas tree ship.

For Customers » Household Items · Updated April 15, 2025

How to Ship Christmas Trees

Christmas is just round the corner and Mr. Smith of Wisconsin wants to send his son in South Carolina a Christmas tree. But all shipping schedules have been filled up in this season of giving and receiving gifts! He is very disappointed, but then he perks up when he learns that he can after all

A dog is comfortably confined in a crate, adhering to airline pet policies, resting on a smooth wooden floor.

Pets · Updated April 15, 2025

IATA Shipping Crates for your Pets

Ensure safe travel for your pets with IATA-approved shipping crates. Learn the guidelines, requirements, and tips for a hassle-free journey.

A small brown and grey puppy with blue eyes stands in what appears to be the back of a car. Known for being one of the best service dog breeds, this little companion has a hand gently resting nearby.

For Customers » Pets · Updated April 15, 2025

Essential Tips on Safe Puppy Shipping and Transportation

While it may feel daunting, puppy shipping is not as challenging as it sounds. When you hire a professional transporter, they take care of most of the work. Read on to learn more about what steps you need to take to ensure safe puppy shipping.

Anxious dog peering out of a crate on a plain white background, suitable for airlines that fly pets unaccompanied in 2023.

Pets · Updated April 15, 2025

Animal Shipping Made (Extremely) Simple

Discover simple, reliable, and safe ways to ship your pets domestically or overseas with CitizenShipper’s expert tips and services.

Dog in car.

Pets · Updated April 14, 2025

Transporting a Pet Dog Made Simple

When shipping your pets it’s important to select your transporter carefully. Your pet is usually a much loved member of the family and so it’s critical to ensure that they have a pleasant and uneventful journey.