Configure Shopify shipping rates without overcharging
Weight-based, price-based, or carrier-calculated — pick the right model so checkout doesn't leak conversions.
7 min read intermediateUpdated Apr 7, 2025
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Reviewed by the editorial team · Apr 7, 2025
Step by step
- 01
Open Settings → Shipping and delivery
Edit the default profile.
- 02
Set shipping zones
Group countries/states. Pricing differs by zone.
- 03
Pick a rate model
Flat rate is simplest. Carrier-calculated needs Advanced plan.
- 04
Offer free shipping threshold
Free over $X — proven AOV booster.
- 05
Test at checkout
Add to cart from each zone and confirm correct rate displays.
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