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Your customers expect fast, affordable shipping with guaranteed delivery dates. Now with UPS available through Shopify, U.S.-based Shopify merchants can offer a best-in-class delivery experience, just like enterprise retailers.
With UPS through Shopify, you'll get competitive rates of up to 52% off list rates, just in time for the holiday season. No matter how big or small your business is, you can now access UPS' guaranteed delivery date shipping options at industry-leading rates.
There are three major perks for you.
- UPS offers Shopify merchants exclusive discounted rates, especially for heavier packages.
- Shopify will cover any peak surcharges on UPS Ground shipments during the holidays.
- If you need a hand with your shipping strategy, we're here to help.
With this integration, you can easily offer your customers more choice, at more affordable rates, with the world's largest package delivery company. That means happier customers and more sales for you.
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If you're a U.S. merchant, this all comes standard as part of all Shopify plans. To get started with UPS, visit the orders page and:
- Activate UPS as an option by accepting the terms and conditions
- Buy a UPS shipping label, or choose multiple orders to buy UPS labels in bulk
- Drop off packages at one of 8,800 UPS locations and 39,000 drop boxes
Guaranteed delivery, great rates
Now with UPS, you can offer guaranteed delivery for next day, two day, and even three day domestic shipments with UPS' different service options.
You also now have multiple options for international carriers through Shopify. With UPS, you can choose guaranteed international delivery by using UPS Standard to Canada or UPS Worldwide Express. On top of that, all of these UPS services are available directly from Shopify. Regardless of where in the world you ship to, know your package will arrive on time.
And if you're shipping anything heavy, UPS will be the most affordable shipping option for you.
All your shipping, in one place
With UPS now built into Shopify, having more shipping options doesn't mean more work for you. You have the luxury of choice: more carriers and more delivery speeds to better serve your customers.
You can buy and print your shipping labels from your Shopify admin, and manage fulfillment in one place regardless of which shipping service or speed you choose. You can even connect systems to compatible third party logistics providers.
If you decide to offer customer-facing UPS shipping options, they'll also be able to select from UPS's variety of shipping services and rates based on when they need their order to arrive, and how much they want to pay.
Get started with UPS today
If you're a U.S. merchant who wants to offer guaranteed delivery dates at competitive, discounted rates, you can activate UPS as a shipping option with one-click acceptance of the terms and conditions in your Shopify admin.
You can then create and print UPS shipping labels for domestic and international orders, and drop off packages at any one of UPS' 8,800 locations or 39,000 drop boxes. If you'd like to pass on UPS savings to your customers, you can add UPS rates to your checkout.
We're working to make easy, affordable international shipping available to more merchants in the future, so stay tuned for additional updates, and please feel free to share your feedback with us in the comments section.
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UPS Shopify FAQ
Is UPS shipping available on all Shopify plans?
UPS shipping is included standard on every Shopify plan for U.S.-based merchants, with no extra software or plan upgrade required. Once activated from the orders page, merchants can buy discounted UPS labels right away, whether they run a small side business or a high-volume online store.
Can merchants outside the U.S. use UPS shipping through Shopify?
UPS through Shopify is currently limited to U.S.-based merchants, who can access guaranteed delivery dates and discounted labels directly from their store admin. International expansion is in progress, so merchants outside the U.S. should watch for updates on broader UPS shipping availability.
How much can I save with UPS shipping rates on Shopify?
Merchants can access UPS rates up to 52% off standard list prices when shipping through Shopify. These discounted rates apply across UPS's guaranteed delivery date services, and the savings scale with package weight, making UPS especially cost-effective for heavier shipments compared to standard retail rates.
Will I pay extra fees for UPS Ground shipments during the holiday peak season?
No, Shopify absorbs any peak season surcharges UPS applies to Ground shipments during the holidays, so merchants keep their regular discounted rate. This perk pairs with the exclusive UPS discounts already built into Shopify plans, helping sellers avoid the seasonal rate hikes many carriers add during high-volume shipping periods.
Is UPS a good choice for shipping heavy packages?
UPS tends to be the most affordable shipping option for heavier packages shipped through Shopify, since merchants get exclusive discounted rates that are especially strong on heavier weight tiers. Lighter, smaller shipments may still be cheaper with other carriers, but heavier orders typically see the biggest savings with UPS.
Can I get help building a shipping strategy with UPS on Shopify?
Yes, Shopify offers support to merchants who want help choosing the right UPS shipping services, rates, and delivery speeds for their business. This support is built into the UPS integration, so sellers of any size can get guidance without hiring outside shipping consultants.
