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Add Shipping Methods

WowShipping provides four shipping methods: Flexible Rate, Flat Rate, Free Shipping, and Carrier Live Rate.

How to Add a Shipping Method (Quick Steps)

Follow these steps to add a shipping method in WowShipping. This is where you decide how your customers will be charged for delivery.

  • Go to WooCommerce → WowShipping.
  • Open the Shipping Methods tab and click Add Shipping Method.
Add Shipping Method Using WowShipping
  • Enter a name for the shipping method. This is what customers will see at cart/checkout (examples: Express Delivery, Standard Delivery, Fast Delivery).
  • Select a shipping zone you’ve already created (WooCommerce → Settings → Shipping → Add Zone).
  • Choose a rate type: Manual Rates (Flexible, Flat, or Free Shipping) or Carrier Live Rate.
  • Now, continue to the specific documentation 👇 for the method you selected to finish the setup.
How to Add a Flexible RateHow to Add a Flat Rate
How to Add Free ShippingHow to Add a Carrier Live Rate

How can I change Product Measurement Units and Currency?

You can change measurement units (weight, height, width, length) and currency in WooCommerce.

For product measurements:

  • Go to WooCommerce > Settings > Products > General > Measurements.
  • From here, update the Weight unit and Dimensions unit (length, width, height, and volume).
Choosing Measurement Units in WooCommerce

For currency:

  • Go to WooCommerce > Settings > General > Currency options.
  • Select the currency that fits your store.
Choosing Store Currency in WooCommerce

Which Shipping Method to Use When

Choosing the right shipping method depends on your pricing strategy, customer expectations, and operational needs. Here’s when to use each:

Flexible Rate

Use Flexible Rate when you need advanced, condition-based pricing. It’s ideal for creating tiered shipping rules based on cart value, weight, quantity, product category, or location.

👉 Best for stores with varied products or when you want precise control over shipping costs.

Flat Rate

Use Flat Rate when you want a simple, fixed shipping fee for all orders or specific zones. It’s easy to set up and predictable for both you and your customers.

👉 Best for small catalogs or when you prefer consistency over complexity.

Free Shipping

Use Free Shipping to incentivize purchases and improve conversion rates. It works well as a promotional tool, such as offering free shipping above a certain cart value or during campaigns.

👉 Best for boosting sales, increasing average order value, and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Carrier Live Rates

Use Carrier Live Rates when you want real-time shipping costs directly from carriers based on the customer’s address, package weight, and dimensions.

👉 Best for accuracy and transparency, especially for international shipping or when shipping costs vary significantly.

👉 Helps avoid undercharging or overcharging by passing actual carrier rates to customers.

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