Shippo API
Logistics & Delivery · E-commerce
Multi-carrier shipping API connecting to 85+ carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) for rates, labels, and tracking
Shippo API Highlights
Shippo API is best for e-commerce merchants, marketplace platforms, and software apps requiring multi-carrier international shipping and label generation
Bearer Token (ShippoToken ...)
Scalable cloud API supporting high-volume holiday fulfillment
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
ShopifyShippo is a multi-carrier shipping and logistics API platform that connects e-commerce businesses and software applications directly to over 85+ global and regional carriers (including DHL Express, FedEx, UPS, and national postal services). Through a single REST API, developers can compare live shipping rates, purchase discounted shipping labels, generate customs declarations, and track parcel deliveries in real time.
For Nigerian e-commerce stores, artisans, and DTC brands exporting fashion, cosmetics, and goods internationally, Shippo automates international freight logistics. Applications can compare shipping rates across DHL and FedEx, generate international customs documentation, and provide customers with live tracking updates via webhooks.
Shippo API Core Features & Capabilities
| Feature | Status | Description & Capabilities |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery Order Booking & Dispatch | ✓ Supported | Provides native Delivery Order Booking & Dispatch capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Real-time GPS Parcel Tracking | ✓ Supported | Provides native Real-time GPS Parcel Tracking capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Delivery Fee Estimation | ✓ Supported | Provides native Delivery Fee Estimation capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Proof of Delivery (POD) | ✓ Supported | Provides native Proof of Delivery (POD) capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Webhook / Status Notifications | ✓ Supported | Receive instant HTTP event notifications on transaction updates and system activities. |
| International Shipping | ✓ Supported | Provides native International Shipping capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Failed Delivery & Returns Handling | ✓ Supported | Provides native Failed Delivery & Returns Handling capabilities integrated within the API. |
| Interstate Delivery | ✗ Not Supported | Interstate Delivery is currently not supported by Shippo API. |
- Free starter plan with pay-as-you-go shipping ($0.05 per label on non-Shippo carrier accounts; $0 per label with Shippo default carrier rates)
- Custom volume discounts available
Shippo API Supported Webhook Events
| Event Name | Trigger & Description |
|---|---|
shipment.created | New delivery order booked and courier partner assigned. |
shipment.in_transit | Package picked up by courier rider and currently in transit. |
shipment.delivered | Package delivery confirmed and recipient signature logged. |
Required Access Documents for Shippo API
- Shippo AccountRequiredRegister at goshippo.com to obtain live and test API tokens
Different Shippo API use cases
- International E-Commerce Freight:Power international checkout shipping options for Nigerian merchants exporting fashion and craft goods.
- Automated Parcel Label Printing:Generate compliant printable shipping labels (PDF/PNG) automatically when orders are confirmed.
- Multi-Carrier Delivery Tracking Portals:Provide customers with branded parcel tracking pages powered by Shippo tracking webhooks.