Category Archives: Fedex

FedEx, short for Federal Express, is a global courier delivery services company renowned for its efficient shipping and logistics operations. Established in 1971 by Frederick W. Smith, FedEx has since grown into one of the world’s largest delivery service providers, offering a wide range of shipping solutions and logistical services to individuals and businesses worldwide.

What is Fedex Electronic Trade documents and how to use in Magento 2 fedex shipping extensions.

What is FedEx Electronic Trade Documents (ETD)? FedEx ETD (Electronic Trade Documents) allows shippers to electronically submit international shipping paperwork — like Commercial Invoices, Certificates of Origin, and other required customs documents — rather than printing and attaching them to shipments. This streamlines international shipping, reduces errors, speeds up customs clearance, and helps avoid document… Read More »

Magento 2 FedEx module support HAL (Hold at location) and FDM (FedEx Delivery Manager)

To offer Hold at Location (HAL) and FedEx Delivery Manager (FDM) options to your customers in Magento 2, you can consider the following approaches: 1. Hold at Location (HAL): Magento 2 does not natively support FedEx’s Hold at Location service. However, you can integrate this feature using third-party extensions or services: ShipperHQ Integration: ShipperHQ provides… Read More »

Fedex and UPS Soap API Last Usage Date

Here are the last dates for the usage of SOAP APIs for FedEx and UPS: FedEx SOAP API End-of-Life Date: May 31, 2024 Details: FedEx is transitioning from SOAP APIs to RESTful APIs. After this date, SOAP APIs will no longer be supported, and developers are advised to migrate to the new RESTful APIs. https://www.ecomplugins.com/magento2/magento2-ups-extensions… Read More »

FedEx Address Validation Rest API show error message with missing Apartment or Suite #

FedEx’s Address Validation REST API may return an error or a warning if an address is missing critical information, such as an apartment or suite number, particularly if the address belongs to a multi-unit building. This is a common issue aimed at ensuring accurate and efficient deliveries. Steps to Resolve Check the Error Code and… Read More »

FedEx Freight Shipping Rates with Different origin and billing address Rest API.

To implement FedEx Freight Shipping Rates with different origin and billing addresses using the FedEx REST API, you need to interact with the FedEx Rate API which supports freight shipments, including Freight LTL (Less than Truckload) services. This allows you to retrieve shipping rates while specifying separate origin (shipper) and billing addresses. Steps for Implementing… Read More »

Magento 2 ShipStation Shipping Carrier connect with UPS, Fedex, DHL, USPS, GlobalPost Rates

To connect Magento 2 with ShipStation as a shipping carrier for UPS, FedEx, DHL, USPS, and GlobalPost rates, you will typically follow these general steps. Here’s a high-level guide to get it done: 1. Set Up ShipStation Integration in Magento 2: To integrate ShipStation with Magento 2, follow these steps: Install the ShipStation Extension: You… Read More »

FedEx / UPS Packaging Logic With Rest API Plugin Flow

Lets discuss how fedex / ups box packaging setting will work. After you installed our plugin, then you will see fedex / ups settings in Magento 2 admin with following path. Admin -> Store -> Configuration -> Sales -> Delivery Methods https://magento2.ecomplugins.com/admin/admin/system_config/edit/section/carriers/ Packaging Logic: See below examples to understand flow. Case: 1 Packaging Logic: Yes… Read More »

FedEx / UPS Shipping Plugin settings

See below details for each setting options for FedEx / UPS Shipping Carrier Rest API Plugin: https://magento2.ecomplugins.com/admin/admin/system_config/edit/section/carriers/ Enabled: If you want to enable plugin for checkout. Frontend Enabled: If you want to enable for frontend customer checkout. If set as “No” then shipping rates will display only for admin order creation. Enabled for RMA: If… Read More »

Magento 2 how to create shipment from different shipping method than customer ordered shipping method.

To create a shipment with a different shipping method than the one originally ordered, and allow selection from a dropdown of all available shipping methods, you need to customize the Magento 2 admin panel and extend its functionality. Here is a step-by-step guide to achieve this: Step 1: Create a Custom Module Assuming you have… Read More »

How to manage FedEx Lost / Damage packages with tracking details

Managing FedEx lost or damaged packages with tracking details involves several steps to ensure that the issue is resolved promptly and effectively. Here’s a detailed guide on how to handle such situations: 1. Identify the Issue Lost Package: If a package hasn’t arrived within the expected delivery time, it may be considered lost. Damaged Package:… Read More »