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WooCommerce Shipping: Complete Setup Guide

Configure shipping for your WooCommerce store with the right plugins, rates, and carrier integrations.

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What is the best WooCommerce shipping plugin?

Best plugins: WooCommerce Shipping (free, USPS/DHL labels), ShipStation ($10+/month, multi-carrier automation), Shippo ($10/month, rate shopping), Table Rate Shipping ($99/year, custom rules). Start with built-in WooCommerce Shipping and upgrade when you need automation.

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WooCommerce Shipping
Cheapest

Built-in

FreeUSPS/DHL labels
ShipStation

Integration

$9.99+/moAll carriers
Shippo

Plugin

$10/moMulti-carrier
Table Rate Shipping

Plugin

$99/yearCustom rates

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Minimum 0.1 lb, Maximum 150 lb

Built-in WooCommerce Shipping

WooCommerce includes basic shipping features free: flat rate, free shipping over minimum, local pickup, and WooCommerce Shipping for USPS/DHL labels with commercial rates.

For many small stores, built-in features are sufficient. Add plugins only when you need live rates or advanced automation.

Label Printing Options

WooCommerce Shipping: Print USPS and DHL labels from WordPress admin with commercial rates.

ShipStation: Full platform with automation, batch printing, all carriers.

Manual export: Export orders to Pirate Ship (free) for label printing.

Pro Tips to Save More

1

Start with Built-in Features

WooCommerce Shipping is free and prints labels at commercial rates. Add plugins only when you outgrow it.

2

Use Shipping Zones

Set different rates by location. Local customers might get free shipping.

3

Test Your Checkout

Place test orders to verify rates display correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but no direct integration. Export orders as CSV, import to Pirate Ship, print labels, mark orders shipped in WooCommerce.
Go to WooCommerce > Settings > Shipping > Shipping Zones. Add "Free Shipping" method with minimum order if desired.

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