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ParcelPoint from ShipStation

ParcelPoint from ShipStation (Powered by Hubbed) enables domestic dropoff and return shipping services with flexible packaging options and integrated SMS and email recipient notifications.

This guide provides developers with the details needed to build ParcelPoint from ShipStation shipping capabilities into your ShipStation V2 API workflows.

ShipStation V2 API also allows you to connect your own existing ParcelPoint account, and the requirements and service details are different than those for ParcelPoint from ShipStation. For details about connecting and using your own ParcelPoint account with ShipStation V2 API, see our ParcelPoint Guide.

See the ShipStation API Carriers: Australia help center article for more about the ShipStation API Carriers program for Australian accounts.

Requirements

carrier_code: hubbed_walleted

  • A ShipStation V2 API account based in Australia.
  • ShipStation Carriers must be activated for the account and have a positive account balance to create labels. See our Using ShipStation Carriers page for details about activating in your account.

Rates

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports rate shopping with ShipStation V2 API.

Service Details

Available ParcelPoint from ShipStation services are provided below. Please note that carriers may update their available services at any time. To ensure you are always using valid services, you can use the list carrier services endpoint at any time.

Domestic Services

ServiceAPI Code
Dropoff Deliveryhubbed_walleted_dropoff_delivery

Click & Collect is not available for ParcelPoint from ShipStation.

Return Services

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports the following service for return labels:

ServiceAPI Code
Returnshubbed_walleted_return

Review the Return Labels page for details on creating return labels with ShipStation V2 API.

Packages

The following carrier package types are available for ParcelPoint from ShipStation:

NameAPI Code
A2 Satchelhubbed_walleted_a2_satchel
A3 Satchelhubbed_walleted_a3_satchel
A4 Satchelhubbed_walleted_a4_satchel
A5 Satchelhubbed_walleted_a5_satchel
Letterhubbed_walleted_letter
Small Boxhubbed_walleted_small
Large Boxhubbed_walleted_large
Custom Boxhubbed_walleted_custom_box

Adding Shipment Insurance

ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not support adding carrier insurance to shipments created with ShipStation V2 API.

Review the Parcel Insurance page for details about adding shipment insurance with ShipStation V2 API.

Label Support

  • Label formats: PDF

Label Reference Fields

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports adding custom label messages.

  • Label message 1 only.

Multi-Package Labels

ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not support multi-package shipping.

Label Branding

ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not support label branding.

Voiding Labels

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports voiding labels with ShipStation V2 API.

Paperless Labels

ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not support paperless labels.

Delivery Confirmation

ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not require or support delivery confirmation options using the confirmation property.

Advanced Options

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports the following advanced options, which you can add to the shipment object when creating a shipment or label.

OptionTypeDefault ValueDescription
NotificationPhonestringnoneRecipient phone number for ParcelPoint SMS delivery notifications.
NotificationEmailstringnoneRecipient email address for ParcelPoint email delivery notifications.

To ensure you always have the most up-to-date information about a carrier's advanced options, use the list carrier options call.

SMS and Email Notifications

ParcelPoint sends the recipient SMS or email notifications while the shipment is en route to its destination. To enable notifications, include the NotificationPhone and/or NotificationEmail properties in the advanced_options object:

"advanced_options": {
  "NotificationPhone": "61491570156",
  "NotificationEmail": "testaaaaaaa@test.com"
}

Manifests

ParcelPoint from ShipStation shipments are automatically manifested. You do not need to submit manifests with ShipStation V2 API.

Scheduling Pickups

ParcelPoint from ShipStation operates through drop-off at ParcelPoints rather than scheduled carrier pickups, so scheduling pickups is not supported.

Service Points (PUDO)

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports shipping to service points for the Dropoff Delivery and Returns services.

See our Intro to Service Points for more details about how to use service points with ShipStation V2 API.

Tracking

ParcelPoint from ShipStation supports receiving tracking updates. Review our Track a Package guide for details on tracking with the ShipStation V2 API.

Integration Notes

  • The ShipStation V2 API integration with ParcelPoint from ShipStation does not support third-party billing.
  • Click & Collect is not available for ParcelPoint from ShipStation.

Adjustment Disputes

Please dispute any adjustment charges within 15 days of receipt. Beyond this period, carrier acceptance is not guaranteed.

To dispute your adjustments, please contact ShipStation Support with the following information:

  • Tracking Number
  • Adjustment Amount
  • Reason for dispute: (Please be as detailed as possible!)