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How to Use InPost Locker to Send a Parcel

How to send parcels via InPost lockers, from booking to drop-off.

3 min readUpdated April 2025

Finding an InPost locker

InPost has thousands of parcel lockers across the UK, typically located at supermarkets, petrol stations, shopping centres, and university campuses. Use the InPost app or website to find your nearest locker.

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Open 24/7 - drop off or collect parcels any time, day or night
Free to use for sending prepaid parcels from platforms like Vinted
Secure - lockers are locked until collected, with CCTV at most locations

Quick answer

Find your nearest InPost locker on the app, scan your QR code or enter your reference number at the screen, place your parcel in the open locker, and close it. The process takes about 30 seconds. InPost lockers work with Vinted, eBay, and many other platforms that provide prepaid labels. You can also book InPost deliveries directly through their app or comparison sites.

Booking your shipment

If selling on these platforms, the shipping label or QR code is generated automatically. No separate booking needed.

For non-platform parcels, book through the InPost app or a comparison site and receive a QR code.

Most InPost locker shipments work with a QR code on your phone. The locker prints the label internally.

Drop-off process

Step-by-step drop-off0 / 5 checked

Go to your nearest InPost locker with your packaged parcel
Tap the locker screen and select Send a Parcel
Scan the QR code from your app or enter the reference number
Place your parcel in the open locker compartment
Close the door - you will receive a confirmation notification

Using other carriers? Learn how to send with DPD or how to send with DHL.

Tips and size limits

Size limits apply - parcels must fit in the locker compartment (typically max 41cm x 38cm x 64cm)
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Go at off-peak times - lockers at busy locations may have all compartments full during peak hours
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Do not leave without confirming - wait for the notification to ensure the locker has registered your parcel
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Frequently asked questions

Go to the locker, tap the screen, scan your QR code, place your parcel inside, and close the door.

Usually no. Most InPost shipments use a QR code on your phone. The locker handles the label internally.

Maximum size is typically around 41cm x 38cm x 64cm, though this varies slightly by locker type.

Using the locker is free. You pay the shipping cost when booking, or it is prepaid by the platform.

Parcels for collection are held for 48 hours. After that, they are returned to the sender.

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