API Shipping

An integrated shipping option for Royal Mail Business Account holders

API Shipping

An integrated shipping option for Royal Mail Business Account holders

What is API Shipping?

API stands for Application Programming Interface and it acts as a gateway between various types of Cloud hardware, software and platforms. This means that you can link up to our systems in Royal Mail without compromising whatever technology you already have in place. It’s the perfect shipping solution for tech-savvy businesses sending more than 100 items a day.

Is it the right choice for you?

Skillset

You'll need an IT team with previous experience of integrating APIs

Cost

API Shipping is free when using an in house development team. When using a Third Party Partner to support your development, an agreed contract will be required

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At a glance

Available with a Royal Mail Business Account
Flexible to your despatch needs
24-hour self-service access, 7 days a week
Fast and responsive system
Suitable for tech-savvy businesses sending more than 100 items a day

Latest technology

Our API Shipping solution gives you fast response times to API calls and an improved audit logging process – so customer journeys can be monitored.

Plus, you can scale up your despatch easily, adding more workstations across multiple locations to your account.

Benefits

Update shipment details easily
Cancel shipments easily
Ensure you’re billed correctly
Include CN23 documentation for international shipments
Combine API Shipping and our web-based Pro Shipping solution, or mix the interfaces to suit your workflow
Download a range of label formats to suit your different parcel types