Purpose: This article explains how to create a test label in Sendcloud without the risk of being charged.
Short answer: If you have a new Sendcloud account, use the free test parcel. Otherwise, use the Unstamped Letter shipping option.
Explanation: Sendcloud offers two ways to test labels, depending on your account.
If you have a new Sendcloud account, you can use the test parcel. It is a beta feature and completely free: no shipping costs, no label fee, and no payment method needed. It walks you through the full shipping flow so you can verify your printer works before your first real shipment. The label is marked SANDBOX / TEST ONLY and cannot be used for a real shipment. Read How to create a test parcel.
If you do not see the test parcel on your Dashboard, use the Unstamped Letter shipping option. This lets you create a label without involving a real carrier or being charged for shipping costs. Note that the standard label fee still applies.