Tips for setting up shipping methods
This article provides an overview of the most common ways to set up shipping methods in your online store.
Where can I find shipping methods?
- Go to Configuration → Shipping methods in the control panel
Here you can:
- add new shipping methods
- activate or deactivate shipping methods
- configure prices and shipping rules
Read more:
→ Installation and setup of shipping methods
Types of shipping methods
There are two main types of shipping methods in the online store:
- Manual shipping methods
- Automatic shipping calculation
Manual shipping methods
Manual shipping methods use prices that you define yourself in the control panel.
Common examples include:
- Flat rate shipping
A fixed shipping price regardless of weight or destination.
This is suitable for stores where:
- products are similar in size
- shipping costs are roughly the same
Read more:
→ Setting up flat rate shipping
- Shipping price based on postal code and weight
Allows you to define shipping zones based on:
- postal code
- weight
This is often used for:
- larger items
- different shipping costs depending on distance
Read more:
→ Shipping based on postal code and weight
- Pick up in store
Allows customers to collect their order from a physical store.
You can also restrict this method to specific postal codes.
Read more:
→ Setting up Pick up in store
Automatic shipping calculation
Automatic shipping calculation uses the carrier’s own pricing tables.
The shipping cost is calculated based on:
- weight
- destination
- shipping product
This gives the customer a more accurate shipping price in checkout.
Read more:
→ Shipping with automatic price calculation
Important to know
For shipping methods to work correctly:
- the shipping method must be installed
- the shipping method must be active
- the products must have a registered weight
What should I do if this does not solve the problem?
Contact customer support and include:
- the name of the webshop
- which shipping method the issue concerns
- a screenshot of the shipping setup