Setting up shipping in Shopify is a key step after creating and publishing your products. Follow these quick steps to do so:
Step 1: Access your Shopify Admin account
Log in to the admin panel in your Shopify account.
Step 2: Go to Shipping Settings
Click on Settings > Shipping and delivery:
Alternatively, you can use the app selection in Shopify to set up shipping rates, which ensures accurate integration with Blanka.
Step 3: Review Your Store Address
Ensure your store address is accurate. For Blanka fulfillment, use: 4653 Nall Rd, #C7, Farmers Branch, TX 75244.
Please note: When you connect certain apps, like Blanka, your store’s location may be automatically synced. This process ensures that your store's location and inventory are accurately reflected in Shopify, minimizing manual errors.
Step 4: Activate Your Shipping Markets
You will need to create four shipping markets to match Blanka's flat rate shipping:
North America
UK and France
Rest of EU, Asia, South America and Africa
Oceania
To activate a shipping market go to "Markets" > "Add Market".
Step 5: Name Your Shipping Markets
Name the markets accordingly. For example, 'UK and France'. Click "Add market".
Step 6: Select Shipping Zones & Set Rates
Once activated, select "Shipping" to take you to set up your shipping zones.
You should have your four markets and the regions you ship to identified. Next, add them as four separate shipping zones in Shopify and set the shipping rates according to Blanka’s flat rates (see rates here).
For more detailed instructions, refer to Blanka's official shipping guide here.
Create shipping zones: Set up shipping zones to allow shipping to different regions, states, and countries.
For example: for 'North America' add in United States and Canada.
The North American flat shipping rate is $8.99, so we add a shipping rate and set up a non-conditional shipping zone to the United States for $8.99.
Continue to do this for the additional markets you want to add. For example, if you want to ship to Australia, activate Oceania as a market with Australia added and then add the rate of $25.99. If you don't specify the rate for a market, your customers won't be able to ship there.
Step 7: Test Shipping Rates
After setting everything up, conduct a test to ensure the rates are calculated correctly at checkout.
If you encounter issues, verify that shipping conditions are correctly configured in both Blanka and Shopify. Check for overlapping or conflicting rules in Shopify’s Discount and Shipping settings.
Fulfillment Processes and Inventory Management
Blanka offers flexible options for inventory management and fulfillment:
Order Inventory Upfront: Store inventory at Blanka's warehouse, allowing immediate fulfillment when you receive orders.
Order Inventory Per Customer Order: Fulfill orders as they come in, even for a single item. Note that printing takes 5-9 business days.
Handle Fulfillment Yourself: Order inventory to your location if you prefer to manage fulfillment independently. You are not required to order in bulk if you choose to fulfill orders per customer order.
Customer Communication and Notifications
When a customer places an order on Shopify:
Blanka sends the shipping information to Shopify, which you can share with your customer.
Enable the 'Customer Shipping Notifications' toggle in Shopify to ensure customers receive updates.
If Blanka has already fulfilled the order, mark it as Fulfilled in Shopify.
A tracking number will be available, which you can provide to your customer.
Of course, you’re not required to use Blanka’s flat rates — you can create your own shipping strategy if you prefer.
Example Shipping Strategies:
Offer free shipping: Factor the shipping cost into your product prices, then set the shipping rate to $0 for all zones and label it “Free Shipping.”
Match Blanka’s flat rate: Set your shipping rates to align with Blanka’s flat rates, as shown in the examples above.
Free shipping based on Average Order Value: For example, offer free shipping on all orders over $100. Make sure you add this to each of your shipping zones!
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As an exclusive Shopify partner, you can enjoy a 3-day free trial and get your first 3 months for just $1/month on select plans.
Need Assistance?
For additional questions you can contact Blanka directly at [email protected].
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