Introducing ShipStation API
Rebranding ShipEngine as ShipStation API is the start of our next phase of providing developers, merchants, and logistics teams with the most comprehensive API tools to manage their shipping operations efficiently.
A history of excellence
Since 2017, ShipEngine has provided the most developer-friendly shipping solution for tech platforms and ecommerce merchants. With the world’s largest carrier library and top pre-negotiated rates, we’ve earned the trust of leading businesses. Our tools optimize checkout, streamline returns, and enhance shipping strategies—delivering faster, smarter logistics.
A checkout experience with possibilities
Expanded Carrier Library
Access 200+ global carriers with prebuilt integrations to simplify shipping anywhere.
Seamless Integration
Easily embed our API into your existing workflows and tech stack.
Cost Efficiency in Shipping
Save on operational costs and access discounted rates.
Faster Time to Revenue
Get up and running quickly with streamlined onboarding and support.
Enhanced Delivery Experiences
Tools for tracking, delivery accuracy, and a better customer experience.
Unified Brand Power
Leverage the strength of the ShipStation brand, trusted by businesses globally.
End-to-End Shipping Solutions
Solve nearly all shipping challenges, from domestic to international, with a single API.
Reliable Support
Continue working with the same trusted team, backed by even greater resources.
What stays the same?
Same trusted technology, but now you have access to an expanded carrier library
Your current integrations and workflows will remain intact and undisrupted
Continued support from the same team you know and trust
Frequently asked questions
What is ShipStation API and how is it different from ShipEngine?
ShipStation API is the new name for ShipEngine. We are combining the robust features and capabilities of the ShipEngine product under the trusted ShipStation brand name.
Why is this change happening?
Unifying ShipEngine under ShipStation allows us to leverage the strengths of the ShipStation brand, delivering additional investment and a more comprehensive shipping management solution for our customers. This means you benefit from more carriers, services, features, and improved customer service.
Do I need to make any changes as a current ShipEngine user?
No! Existing integrations and workflows remain unchanged.
I noticed that the ShipEngine URL hasn’t changed. Why?
We are ensuring a seamless transition without breaking existing API integrations. We’ll share further updates as the transition continues.
Will you be changing the URL and could that change affect my API integrations?
No, your API integrations will continue working as usual. We have ensured that all existing endpoints remain functional and any future changes will be communicated well in advance.
I see multiple ShipStation APIs available. Which one is which, and how do I know which one I’m using?
We currently have three separate APIs in use:
- ShipEngine – Our end-to-end, stand-alone shipping API, which we are rebranding to ShipStation API. It provides the richest developer functionality and multiple market shipping origin support, as well as the largest catalog of carriers and services in the industry.
- ShipStation API V1 – This is our original openAPI for ShipStation, which has been active for over a decade! This API and its associated endpoints will be deprecated at some future date (but don’t worry, we’ll give plenty of notice before this happens).
- ShipStation API V2 – Currently available as a companion API to our ShipStation application. ShipStation API V2 leverages the power of ShipEngine but with full compatibility with ShipStation’s interface and big improvements over ShipStation’s previous API (AKA ShipStation API V1).
What should I do if I have questions?
Our support team is ready to assist. Contact [email protected] for any questions or guidance.