Domestic & International Shipping
Answers about supported markets, rates, labels and tracking for domestic and international parcels with ShipSmarter. Available services depend on your shipping origin and route.
Is ShipSmarter only for Canadian shippers?
ShipSmarter is a Canadian-founded shipping platform for businesses in supported markets worldwide. Compare available carrier rates, create labels and track domestic and international parcels in one place.
Choose your shipping origin in the country selector, then enter your origin, destination and parcel details to check available services. Carriers, rates, pickups and features vary by country, route and account. A country page does not guarantee every service on every route.
What is the cheapest way to ship a package in the United States?
Compare total prices for the same addresses, dimensions, weight and delivery needs. No carrier or aggregator guarantees the lowest rate for every parcel.
Savings depend on the quote and reference price. Include surcharges, taxes and any required options.
What is the best shipping platform for a small business in the United States?
The best choice depends on your destinations, volume, integrations and support needs. Test the same shipments on the platforms you are considering.
Also compare service fees, subscriptions, claims procedures and options actually available to your account.
How can I get discounted shipping rates without a contract?
Sign up free on an aggregator platform like ShipSmarter: you get commercial rates immediately, with no contract and no minimum volume.
An account lets you view the rates offered by the platform. Compare them with your existing rates before choosing; a discount does not guarantee the lowest total price.
What is a shipping aggregator?
A shipping aggregator lets you view multiple shipping services and buy a label through one interface.
Drop-off or pickup depends on the selected carrier and service. Check locations, hours and fees before purchasing.
What is the difference between an aggregator and a consolidator?
An aggregator facilitates comparison and service purchases; a consolidator physically combines parcels before handing them to a delivery network.
The models can overlap. Compare the whole journey, including transport to a drop-off centre and time before the first carrier acceptance.
Which carriers can I compare on ShipSmarter?
Available carriers vary with origin, destination, dimensions, connected accounts and service availability.
Run a quote to see currently purchasable options. An advertised integration does not guarantee a rate for every route.
How much does ShipSmarter cost?
Starter has no paid subscription. Pro and Enterprise have monthly subscriptions; postage, displayed service fees and taxes are extra.
Review plan pricing and the total before confirming a purchase. Carrier adjustments may follow if declared dimensions or weight differ from actual measurements.
How do I avoid customs delays when shipping internationally?
Declare the correct HS code, choose the right Incoterm (DDP to prepay duties), and provide an accurate commercial invoice.
ShipSmarter generates customs forms, estimates duties, and includes an AI-assisted customs scan to reduce errors.
Does ShipSmarter integrate with Shopify and WooCommerce?
Yes. ShipSmarter integrates with Shopify, WooCommerce and BigCommerce, and offers a public REST API for custom workflows.
Import your orders, generate labels in batch, and sync tracking automatically.
Is ShipSmarter a Canadian company?
Yes. ShipSmarter is founded and headquartered in Laval (Greater Montréal), Quebec, Canada. Its Canadian origin does not limit its customers to Canada: the platform serves businesses in supported markets worldwide.
Founded in 2024, the platform is bilingual French/English and an Official Canada Post Technology Partner. ShipSmarter is built and run by MesColis, which is listed in Canada Post's public Technology Partners directory.
How do returns work with a shipping platform like ShipSmarter?
Returns management lets you prepare a return shipment with an eligible service. Check the features included in your plan and the carrier’s conditions.
A PDF label does not automatically provide a printerless return. Use a QR code only when the return instructions and drop-off location support it.
How do I connect my Shopify store to a shipping aggregator?
With ShipSmarter, connect Shopify in three steps: go to Integrations → Shopify, click "Connect", and authorize access in your Shopify admin. Your orders sync automatically.
Third-party calculated rates at Shopify checkout require an eligible plan: Advanced or Plus, or Grow with Shopify’s applicable activation terms.
How is dimensional (volumetric) weight calculated?
Dimensional weight is calculated as: Length × Width × Height (in cm) ÷ carrier divisor. Carriers charge based on whichever is greater: actual weight or dimensional weight.
The divisor depends on the service and contract. Check the specific service.
What payment methods does ShipSmarter accept?
ShipSmarter accepts credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex via Stripe), PayPal, cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and more), and ShipSmarter wallet balance (rechargeable credit).
Review the total, including service fees and taxes, before confirming the purchase.