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Shipping Settings

Configure shipping options for your BookWish store.

Shipping Integration​

BookWish uses EasyPost for shipping label generation and tracking.

Setting Up Shipping​

  1. Go to Shop > Settings > Shipping
  2. Connect your EasyPost account (or use BookWish's shared rates)
  3. Configure your shipping preferences

Shipping Options​

Carrier Selection​

Supported carriers include:

  • USPS (recommended for books)
  • UPS
  • FedEx

Rate Configuration​

Set up shipping rates based on:

  • Flat rate - Fixed price per order
  • Weight-based - Calculated from book weights
  • Free shipping - Absorb shipping costs (above order threshold)

Shipping Zones​

Define different rates for:

  • Local (same state)
  • Regional (nearby states)
  • National

Package Settings​

Default Package Dimensions​

Configure standard package sizes for:

  • Single book orders
  • Multiple book orders
  • Large format books

Packing Materials​

Track packing material costs to factor into shipping calculations.

Label Generation​

Creating Labels​

  1. Open order details
  2. Click "Create Shipping Label"
  3. Confirm package weight and dimensions
  4. Select carrier/service
  5. Print label

Batch Label Printing​

For multiple orders:

  1. Select orders from the list
  2. Click "Generate Labels"
  3. Download PDF with all labels

Tracking​

Automatic Updates​

Once shipped, tracking information is:

  • Added to the order automatically
  • Sent to the customer via email
  • Updated in real-time

Customer Notifications​

Customers receive:

  • Shipment confirmation with tracking number
  • Delivery confirmation

Shipping Policies​

Display Policies​

Configure what customers see at checkout:

  • Estimated delivery times
  • Shipping costs
  • Return shipping information

Handling Time​

Set your order processing time:

  • Same-day shipping cutoff
  • Standard processing time (1-2 business days)

Cost Management​

Tracking Shipping Costs​

View shipping expenses:

  • Per-order shipping cost
  • Monthly shipping totals
  • Cost vs. charged comparison

Optimizing Costs​

Tips for reducing shipping expenses:

  • Use Media Mail for books (USPS)
  • Batch shipments when possible
  • Negotiate carrier rates for volume