Test labels

[SW]

Is it possible to create a test label within ShipStation? I need to test that my integration is working, but I don't want to have to pay for a label to do so.

[Moderator-Davis]

Hey there @SW, 

Thanks for joining us here in the community! We are thrilled to have you with us 🙂 

You can absolutely create a test label in ShipStation! My recommendation to do so would be to create a mock-up testing order directly in the integration, just as you said, to test that connection. Once that test order is imported into the system, utilize a "post ship" billed carrier directly like UPS or FedEx that only charges for labels once they have been scanned in by the carrier directly. This will prevent you from purchasing a label that will not be used to actually send a shipment.

Additionally, you can test out the physical printing of the formatting for your labels from the Printer settings. Starting at Settings (gear icon in the top right) > Printing > Printing Setup > Document Options next to labels > adjust your formatting accordingly > Preview > Print. 

I hope this helps! 

[SW]

Thank you for your response! Does this mean the only way to test labels would be to add money to the account?

[Moderator-Davis]

@SW, 

If you utilize a stand alone UPS or FedEx account - one that is NOT connected to the ShipStation wallet - you should not have to add money to an account to create those test tables. Any carrier that is post-billed, would not charge for labels until they are scanned in so you can continue to create them in tests without actually purchasing a label.

I hope this helps! 🙂