UPS Onboarding Guide
Verify that you have the necessary accounts set up before proceeding with the onboarding process.
Step-by-Step Guide
Ensure Prerequisite Accounts
Ensure you have an operational Shopline Store with an active subscription and an Amazon MCF Account for the US Market with inventory in stock. These accounts are essential for integrating and managing your shipping labels effectively.
Check Shopline Store
Verify that your Shopline Store is active and you have the necessary permissions to install apps. Ensure that the products in your store are also available in Amazon MCF.
Verify Amazon MCF Account
Check that your Amazon MCF account is set up for the US market and has inventory available. This is crucial for fulfilling orders through Amazon's fulfillment network.
Register and Log into UPS Dashboard
Visit https://ups.dashboardlink.com/register to create a new account if you don't have one. If you already have an account, log in at https://ups.dashboardlink.com/login. This step is necessary to access the dashboard and manage your shipping settings.
→ https://ups.dashboardlink.com/registerConnect Shopify Store
After logging into your UPS dashboard, navigate to https://ups.dashboardlink.com/de/stores and click on 'Edit Connection' for Shopify. This connection is established via Shopify's Custom App approach, allowing you to manage shipping directly from your store.
→ https://ups.dashboardlink.com/de/storesSet Default Shipping Values
Navigate to https://ups.dashboardlink.com/user/profile# and open the 'Sender' tab to enter your sender details. Set default package measurements in the 'Shipment defaults' tab. These defaults will apply when no specific dimensions are provided, but can be adjusted before printing a label.
→ https://ups.dashboardlink.com/user/profile#Link UPS Account
Open the 'UPS Account' tab and input the necessary information to link your UPS account. This connection is vital for creating and managing shipping labels through UPS.
→ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8n3ibCv0fo&list=PL1Di4jfnWLgssa5mdaoyYzoaInJgTbLaL&index=15Create and Manage Shipments
Visit https://ups.dashboardlink.com/orders to view open orders. Use the 'Action' button to view order details or create a shipping label. Ensure all mandatory fields are filled before creating a shipment, and update tracking information as needed.
→ https://ups.dashboardlink.com/ordersAccess Support and Troubleshooting
For support, email upsplugins@ecommerce.help. If you encounter login issues, use the 'Forgot password?' option to reset your password. Follow the instructions to receive a reset link via email.