Mainfreight Shopify App Real-time Shipping Integration
Connect your Shopify store with Mainfreight's shipping network. Get accurate shipping calculations, offer pickup locations, and provide your customers with transparent shipping costs at checkout.
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Why Choose Mainfreight for Your Shopify Store?
Mainfreight is one of New Zealand's most trusted shipping providers. Our integration brings their reliable service directly to your Shopify checkout.
Real-time Shipping Rates
Get accurate shipping costs calculated in real-time using Mainfreight's live API. No more manual rate tables or estimation errors.
Pickup Location Support
Offer customers the convenience of pickup locations throughout New Zealand. Perfect for cost-conscious shoppers and local deliveries.
All Shopify Plans
Compatible with Basic Shopify, Shopify, and Advanced Shopify plans. No matter your plan level, you can integrate Mainfreight shipping.
Easy Installation
Quick 5-minute setup process. No technical knowledge required. Our step-by-step guide makes integration simple and straightforward.
Dedicated Support
Get help when you need it. Our support team understands both Shopify and Mainfreight, ensuring quick resolution of any issues.
Customer Transparency
Customers see exactly what they're paying for shipping with clear breakdowns and delivery timeframes. Builds trust and reduces cart abandonment.
How Mainfreight Integration Works
Seamless integration that works behind the scenes to provide accurate shipping costs at checkout.
Customer Adds Items
Customer adds products to their cart and proceeds to checkout with their delivery address.
Real-time Rate Calculation
Our app instantly queries Mainfreight's API for accurate shipping costs based on destination and package details.
Customer Selects Option
Customer chooses from available shipping options including standard delivery, express, or pickup locations.
SEO Benefits for Your Store
Improved User Experience
Accurate shipping costs reduce cart abandonment and improve conversion rates.
Local SEO Advantage
Mainfreight pickup locations help you rank for local "pickup" and "collection" searches.
Trust Signals
Association with trusted Mainfreight brand builds customer confidence and trust.
Perfect for New Zealand Businesses
Mainfreight has been serving New Zealand for decades with an extensive network covering urban and rural areas. Perfect for businesses targeting the NZ market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about integrating Mainfreight with your Shopify store.
How does Mainfreight Shopify integration work?
Our app connects your Shopify store directly to Mainfreight's shipping API. When customers reach checkout, the app automatically calculates real-time shipping costs based on their delivery address and your products' dimensions and weight. Customers see accurate shipping options including standard delivery, express shipping, and pickup locations.
Is this compatible with my Shopify plan?
Yes! Our Mainfreight integration works with all Shopify plans including Basic Shopify, Shopify, and Advanced Shopify. The app uses Shopify's standard shipping API, so it's fully compatible regardless of your plan level.
How long does setup take?
Setup typically takes 5-10 minutes. You'll need to install the app from the Shopify App Store, configure your Mainfreight API credentials, and set your product dimensions. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process.
Do I need a Mainfreight account?
Yes, you'll need an active Mainfreight business account to use this integration. If you don't have one, you can apply for a Mainfreight account through their website. The account gives you access to their API and shipping services.
What about pickup locations?
Customers can choose from Mainfreight pickup locations throughout New Zealand. When they select pickup, they'll see available locations near their address with accurate pickup costs (often free or heavily discounted). This is perfect for cost-conscious customers or those who prefer to collect their orders.
Is support included?
Absolutely! We provide full technical support for the Shopify integration. Our team understands both Shopify and Mainfreight systems, so we can help resolve any issues quickly. Support includes setup assistance, troubleshooting, and ongoing technical help.
Ready to Add Mainfreight to Your Shopify Store?
Join hundreds of New Zealand businesses already using Mainfreight integration for accurate, transparent shipping costs.