Delivery Rules by Postcode and ZIP Code

Q: How is this different from Shopify's native shipping zones?

Shopify shipping zones control rates but not delivery dates. Flare adds date accuracy by zone - customers in different locations see different delivery dates based on real transit times, cut-off times and available shipping methods for their specific area.

Q: Can I restrict which shipping methods are available by postcode?

Yes. Only show local delivery for postcodes within your delivery radius. Hide express shipping for remote zones your courier can't reach next day. Available methods update automatically based on the customer's location.

Q: Can postcode rules combine with product lead times and cut-off times?

Yes. All rules layer together automatically. A product with a 2-day lead time ordered by a customer in a 3-day transit zone with a 1 PM cut-off will show the correct combined date at checkout.

Q: Does this work with UPS and FedEx for real-time transit times?

Yes. Connect to UPS or FedEx APIs to pull live transit time data by zone. Delivery dates update automatically when carrier transit times change - no manual management needed.

Set accurate delivery dates by customer location - control shipping methods, transit times and available dates by postcode, ZIP code, state or country.

Set accurate delivery dates by customer location - control shipping methods, transit times and available dates by postcode, ZIP code, state or country.

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Why Location-Based Delivery Rules Matter

Shopify's native shipping logic treats all locations the same. A customer in central London sees the same next-day option as someone in the Scottish Highlands - even when that's operationally impossible. A customer in Hawaii sees the same rates as one in California. A rural postcode gets the same transit time as a city centre address. This creates failed deliveries, refunds and support tickets from customers shown dates you couldn't keep. Location-based delivery rules in Flare ensure every customer sees dates that are accurate for where they actually are - based on real transit times, available shipping methods and your operational rules for that zone.

How Flare Solves It.

Define delivery zones by postcode, ZIP code, state or country

Create delivery zones at any geographic level - country, state, region or specific postcode and ZIP code ranges. Assign different delivery rules to each zone including available shipping methods, transit times, cut-off times and earliest available delivery dates.

Set cut-off times and blocked dates by zone

Apply zone-specific cut-off times and blocked dates on top of your global rules. Block bank holidays that only affect specific courier regions. Set earlier cut-offs for remote zones where the courier collects sooner. Rules layer intelligently so every zone shows accurate dates.

Use real-time carrier data for transit times

Connect to UPS or FedEx APIs to pull real-time transit time data by zone automatically. No manual updates when carrier schedules change - accurate delivery dates update based on live carrier information.

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Common Challenges.

Delivery in Furniture is Complex. Flare Makes It Simple. More sales. Better customer experiences.

Show accurate dates everywhere you deliver

Remote areas show longer realistic windows. Urban areas show faster options. Every customer sees dates based on where they actually are and how your courier operates in their zone - not a one-size-fits-all estimate.

Protect margins with location-based rates

Set different rates for remote zones, islands or international locations where delivery costs more. No more flat rates that lose money on hard-to-reach locations or undercharge for expensive-to-serve areas.

Eliminate location-based support tickets

Where is my order from customers in remote areas disappears when they see accurate transit times at checkout. Fewer refunds and failed deliveries for postcodes shown dates you couldn't keep.

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