Free shipping can be offered through different methods, each designed to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

Option 1: Flat-Rate Free Shipping

• Set up a flat-rate shipping option named "Free Shipping"
• Set both Rate per Order and Rate per Item to $0.00
• Applies to all products universally

Option 2: Weight-Based Free Shipping

• Configure shipping costs based on product weight
• Set specific weight ranges to $0.00 for free shipping
• Requires accurate product weights for all items
• Useful for offering free shipping on lighter items while charging for heavier ones

Option 3: Free Shipping Discount

• Create a discount that eliminates shipping costs
• Can be applied to:
  • All orders
  • Orders meeting minimum subtotal requirements
  • Specific shipping options
• Available as:
  • Promotional codes for customer redemption
  • Automatic discount at checkout (Advanced Commerce plans only)
  • Minimum order requirements apply after other discounts

Best Practices:

• Consider including shipping costs in product prices
• Use free shipping promotions strategically
• Monitor the impact on overall sales
• Ensure all product weights are accurately listed
• Regular review and adjustment of shipping strategies

These options can be combined or modified to create the most effective shipping strategy for your business while maintaining profitability.

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