Shipping Settings

Set Up Shipping Rates

Configure flat rate, free, and weight-based shipping in Shopify.

Last updated on 08 Oct, 2025

TL;DR

1
Access Shipping Settings
Go to Shopify admin and open Shipping and delivery settings.
2
Add Shipping Rate
Click Add Rate and select Flat Rate.
3
Set Rate Details
Name the rate, add a description, and set the price.
4
Configure Conditions
Add weight or price conditions as needed.
5
Save Changes
Finalize setup by clicking Done and saving.

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Step 1: Access Shipping Settings

  1. Open your Shopify admin dashboard.

  2. Click on Settings at the bottom left.

  3. Select Shipping and delivery.

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Step 2: Navigate to Shipping Rates

  1. Under Shipping, click on General shipping rates.

  2. This is where you can manage shipping rates for various shipping zones.

You can now set up shipping rates for your designated shipping zones.

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Step 3: Add a Shipping Rate

  1. Locate the Add Rate button and click on it.

  2. Select Flat Rate for this tutorial.

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Step 4: Configure the Flat Rate

  1. Set the shipping rate to Custom.

  2. Enter a name for the shipping rate, like Standard.

  3. Optionally, add a delivery description.

  4. Set the price for this shipping rate, for example $6.

The shipping rate is now displayed as $6 on the customer's order total.

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Step 5: Set Up Free Shipping

  1. For free shipping, set the price to 0.

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Step 6: Add Conditions to Shipping Rates

  1. To limit shipping based on weight, set a maximum weight (e.g., 1 kg).

  2. For price conditions, set a minimum price (e.g., $500).

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Step 7: Save Your Changes

  1. Click the Done button to finalize the shipping rate.

  2. Ensure to save the changes to reflect on your website.

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