Shipping API: optimize high-volume shipping for cost and speed

Shippo's robust shipping API architecture helps you drive efficiency at scale. We have you covered from pre-purchase to returns.

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Deliver beyond the box

Shippo's platform is transforming parcel delivery for e-commerce platforms, brands, and 3PLs. Our solution helps you optimize shipping on a per-parcel basis so you deliver on-time, every time!

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Pre-purchase

Rate shopping

Easily compare prices across USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and many more in real time.

Rates at checkout

Display carrier-estimated rates directly to customers at checkout for cost transparency.

Address management

Avoid failed deliveries with built-in address validation, parsing and address book.

Fullfillment

Label generation

Quickly and seamlessly create labels for your packages.
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International shipping

Access top international carriers and easily handle customs forms
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Additional features

Create manifests and commercial invoices, schedule pickups, ship HAZMAT, and more.

Post-Purchase

Shipment tracking

Track shipments in real time and easily notify your customers.
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Hassle-free returns

Provide hassle-free returns that will keep your customers coming back.
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Insurance

Protect your packages against damage, loss, or theft to provide a better customer experience.

Why Shippo's API

Coverage where you need it

Get the best rates from 40+ carriers worldwide with Shippo's carrier accounts.  Or use your own carrier accounts through our standardized shipping API.

Reliable, fast, and scalable technology

Technology that scales with you and your business so you can ship fast at any time.

Enterprise-ready security

Dedicated cybersecurity team, data encryption, 24x7 monitoring and SOC2 Type 2 audits.

World-class developer experience

Developer-friendly experience and documentation that help you get started quickly.

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SOC 2 Type II Compliant

By being SOC 2 Type II compliant, we can assure our customers that we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of information security.

We build with you

From start to finish, our support is an extension of your team and will help you achieve your goals.

Solutions engineering

Technical help to design and build your integration

Strategic partner management

Industry experts to help set and achieve your business goals for shipping

Technical account support

Fast responses on technical issues to keep you shipping

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Everything you need for professional-grade shipping and deep discounts from top carriers.

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