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How to complex shipping options in WooCommerce
Step-by-step guide to configuring WooCommerce shipping zones, flat rates, and classes. Learn advanced rules with plugins like Table Rate Shipping.
How to complex shipping options in WooCommerce
Set Up Shipping Zones and Methods (Built-in)
WooCommerce lets you define shipping zones (e.g., countries, states, postal codes) and assign methods:
- Go to WooCommerce → Settings → Shipping
- Add Shipping Zones (e.g., “US East Coast,” “California,” “Europe”)
- Assign methods to each zone (Flat Rate, Free Shipping, Local Pickup).
- For Flat Rate, you can define base costs and per-item, per-class fees.
🔹 Example: $5 flat + $1 per item for California, $10 flat for New York.
Use Shipping Classes (Per Product or Category Pricing)
If certain products require different rates (e.g., fragile items, bulky items):
- Go to WooCommerce → Settings → Shipping → Shipping Classes
- Create classes like “Heavy”, “Fragile”, “Standard”
- Assign classes to products.
- In Flat Rate settings, configure costs per shipping class.
Add Conditional Logic (Plugins)
The built-in tools are limited. For complex rules, use plugins:
- Table Rate Shipping for WooCommerce (official)
- Set rules by weight, item count, subtotal, or destination.
- Example:
- 0–5 kg → $10
- 5–10 kg → $20
- Orders over $100 → Free shipping
- Flexible Shipping (WP Desk) – Great for tiered or advanced logic.
- Conditional Shipping and Payments – Restrict certain methods based on products, user roles, or cart contents.
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