Best Guide to Set Up Shipping Rates on Squarespace
A complete shipping strategy is crucial for any online store. Here's how to set up and manage your shipping options effectively:
Basic Shipping Options
- Flat Rate: Fixed fee per order plus optional per-item fee
- Weight-Based Rates: Pricing based on total order weight
- Carrier Calculated: Real-time carrier rates (US only, requires Advanced plan)
- Free Shipping: Can be offered through flat rate or discount settings
- Local Pickup/Delivery: Alternative to shipping
Setting Up Shipping
- Access the Shipping panel
- Click "Add Shipping Option"
- Choose your preferred method
- Enter option name and rates
- Configure shipping zones if needed
Creating Processing Profiles
Processing profiles help manage shipping for specific products:
- Go to Products > Processing Profiles
- Click "Add Custom Profile"
- Name your profile
- Select shipping options
- Save and assign to products
Managing Multiple Processing Profiles
- Orders may split if products have different profiles
- Customers complete single checkout
- Separate order processing required
- Multiple confirmation emails sent
Free Shipping Setup
Offer free shipping through:
- Flat rate shipping option
- Free shipping discount
- Can be limited to specific zones or order values
Troubleshooting Tips
- Verify product dimensions for carrier calculated shipping
- Ensure at least one shipping option is available for physical products
- Check shipping zones match your delivery areas
- Confirm container sizes are appropriate
International Shipping
- Create flat rate options for non-US carriers
- Use custom checkout forms for additional information
- Set up specific shipping zones for international delivery
Additional Features
- Import shipping profiles from Etsy
- Link third-party shipping extensions
- Print shipping labels directly
- Create location-specific shipping zones
Remember: Always maintain at least one active shipping option for physical products, and ensure your shipping strategy aligns with your business needs and customer expectations.
For carrier rate calculations, visit:
- USPS
- DHL
- FedEx
- UPS