How to Connect Squarespace with ShipStation: Integration Guide
ShipStation is a web-based shipping label service that integrates with Squarespace to streamline order fulfillment. Starting at $9/month with a 30-day free trial, it offers discounted rates for carriers like FedEx.
Key Features:
- Automatic order import and label printing for FedEx, UPS, and USPS
- Automatic order fulfillment marking and tracking updates
- Customer notification emails with tracking information
- Integration with logistics services (ShipWire, Amazon FBA)
Information Synced to ShipStation:
- Product details (title, image, price, SKU)
- Order information (total, date, time)
- Customer data (email, name, address)
- Custom payment form details
- Product variants, weights, and dimensions
Setup Process:
- Access Squarespace Extensions
- Select ShipStation
- Click "Connect to Site"
- Log in and choose your site
- Grant permissions
- Complete ShipStation setup steps
Shipping Process:
- Orders sync automatically (excluding orders older than 14 days)
- Click Refresh to update recent orders
- Select orders under the Orders tab
- Click Create Labels
- Enter shipping details
- Print label
After Label Creation:
- Order marked as Fulfilled in Squarespace
- Tracking number added to order summary
- Automatic shipping notification sent to customer
Logistics Service Integration:
- Connect to Shipwire or Amazon FBA through ShipStation
- Orders automatically processed and shipped
- Status updates sync between platforms
- Cancellations possible but time-sensitive
Support:
- Contact Squarespace for connection issues
- Contact ShipStation for platform-specific support and logistics services
Note: Full shipping rates appear in ShipStation even when customers use shipping discounts. Order timestamps reflect ShipStation's timezone settings.