ShipStation

ShipStation provides web-based shipping software that pulls ecommerce orders from many sales channels into one place for labelling and dispatch. It covers both parcel and less-than-truckload (LTL) freight and is used by small online businesses as well as larger fulfilment operations.

What ShipStation offers

• Label printing — users buy and print shipping labels, with automation rules that batch, route and print as volumes rise.
• Carrier rate shopping — compares rates across more than 200 parcel carriers and over 50 LTL freight carriers, or uses a seller's own accounts.
• Integrations — connects to hundreds of online stores, marketplaces and carriers, plus a developer API for custom workflows.
• Operations hub — inventory, warehouse tasks, tracking, returns and analytics managed in one system.
• Returns — prepaid return labels and self-service tools for customers.
• Onboarding — an implementation team and guided setup help staff learn the system.

Who it works with

ShipStation serves ecommerce businesses selling through online stores and marketplaces, from small sellers starting out to growing brands shipping freight alongside parcels.

Key facts

• Based in: United States
• Supplies: also sells printers, scales, labels and packaging through its own store