Shopify GLS integration for pickup at checkout

Add GLS to your Shopify shop with ParcelShop pickup at checkout, branded tracking in every order, and one place to ship across 40+ European countries.

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SMART SHIPPING

Why ship with GLS from Shopify via Sendcloud?

Shopify stores choose GLS for affordable parcel delivery and the ParcelShop network across Europe. Sendcloud brings the carrier into your Shopify checkout, picks the right GLS method for each order, and syncs tracking back so customers see updates without a support ticket.

Show GLS ParcelShop pickup in Shopify checkout

Pick the right GLS method per order automatically

Sync GLS tracking back to every Shopify order

GLS

shipping methods

Outgoing shipments

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS EuroBusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopDelivery

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express

Yes

GLS

GLS Letterbox

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Express Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS International (euroBusiness/flex/thinkgreen)

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Economy Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessFreight

Direct contract only

Returns

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel Return

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express Return

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopReturnService

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel ShopReturn

Direct contract only

GLS

shipping methods

Outgoing shipments

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS EuroBusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopDelivery

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express

Yes

GLS

GLS Letterbox

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Express Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS International (euroBusiness/flex/thinkgreen)

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Economy Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessFreight

Direct contract only

Returns

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel Return

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express Return

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopReturnService

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel ShopReturn

Direct contract only

GLS

shipping methods

Outgoing shipments

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS EuroBusinessParcel

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopDelivery

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express

Yes

GLS

GLS Letterbox

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Express Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS International (euroBusiness/flex/thinkgreen)

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS Economy Parcel

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessFreight

Direct contract only

Returns

Pre-negotiated rates available?

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel Return

Yes

GLS

GLS National Express Return

Yes

GLS

GLS ShopReturnService

Direct contract only

GLS

GLS BusinessParcel ShopReturn

Direct contract only

MULTI-CARRIER STRATEGY

Connect Shopify to GLS and 170+ other carriers

Keep GLS in your mix while you add carriers as you grow. Combine GLS with 170+ options to unlock new lanes, build resilience in peak season, and stay flexible without changing your Shopify setup.

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Get the most out of Shopify and GLS with Sendcloud

Win pickup-friendly buyers

ParcelShop pickup at checkout reduces failed first deliveries and saves the sale.

Skip the manual mapping

Connect Shopify rates to GLS methods once. Sendcloud picks the right service per order.

Keep customers in the loop

Branded tracking flows back into Shopify so customers see updates without asking.

Spot delays before customers ask

GLS status updates push into Shopify so your team sees changes the moment they happen.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

All your shipping, one platform

“Because we were selling on multiple platforms, our data wasn’t knitted together. Sendcloud integrates seamlessly with both our wholesale website and Shopify, allowing us to manage all shipments from one platform."

+50%

faster order processing

90%

reduction in shipping errors

Connect all your shop systems and manage all your shipping in one place

FAQ

Do I need my own GLS contract for the Shopify GLS integration?

Yes, in most cases. Sendcloud connects your own GLS contract. For shipping from Germany to the UK with GLS Germany, you need an active GLS contract and at least a Lite plan.

Learn more: GLS contract activation and GLS Germany to UK guide.

Can I show GLS delivery options at Shopify checkout?

Yes. Create named rates in Shopify and map them to GLS shipping methods in Sendcloud using shipping rules. This keeps your Shopify GLS integration simple while giving customers clear choices.

See: Setting up shipping methods in Shopify.

Will GLS tracking sync back to Shopify with this integration?

Yes. Sendcloud sends tracking numbers and status updates for GLS orders back to Shopify, so customers and support always see the latest delivery state.

Details: Shopify functionalities overview.

Are there extra steps to ship from Germany to the UK with GLS?

Yes. For GLS Germany, you'll authenticate GLS customs APIs and turn on electronic customs in Sendcloud. This unlocks compatible GLS methods for UK delivery.

Follow the guide: How to ship to the UK with GLS Germany.

Will returns created in Sendcloud sync to Shopify?

Yes. With the Shopify integration, Sendcloud can sync return status updates back to Shopify, reducing manual work and keeping orders up to date.

Learn how it works: Returns feedback for Shopify.

FAQ

Do I need my own GLS contract for the Shopify GLS integration?

Yes, in most cases. Sendcloud connects your own GLS contract. For shipping from Germany to the UK with GLS Germany, you need an active GLS contract and at least a Lite plan.

Learn more: GLS contract activation and GLS Germany to UK guide.

Can I show GLS delivery options at Shopify checkout?

Yes. Create named rates in Shopify and map them to GLS shipping methods in Sendcloud using shipping rules. This keeps your Shopify GLS integration simple while giving customers clear choices.

See: Setting up shipping methods in Shopify.

Will GLS tracking sync back to Shopify with this integration?

Yes. Sendcloud sends tracking numbers and status updates for GLS orders back to Shopify, so customers and support always see the latest delivery state.

Details: Shopify functionalities overview.

Are there extra steps to ship from Germany to the UK with GLS?

Yes. For GLS Germany, you'll authenticate GLS customs APIs and turn on electronic customs in Sendcloud. This unlocks compatible GLS methods for UK delivery.

Follow the guide: How to ship to the UK with GLS Germany.

Will returns created in Sendcloud sync to Shopify?

Yes. With the Shopify integration, Sendcloud can sync return status updates back to Shopify, reducing manual work and keeping orders up to date.

Learn how it works: Returns feedback for Shopify.

FAQ

Do I need my own GLS contract for the Shopify GLS integration?

Yes, in most cases. Sendcloud connects your own GLS contract. For shipping from Germany to the UK with GLS Germany, you need an active GLS contract and at least a Lite plan.

Learn more: GLS contract activation and GLS Germany to UK guide.

Can I show GLS delivery options at Shopify checkout?

Yes. Create named rates in Shopify and map them to GLS shipping methods in Sendcloud using shipping rules. This keeps your Shopify GLS integration simple while giving customers clear choices.

See: Setting up shipping methods in Shopify.

Will GLS tracking sync back to Shopify with this integration?

Yes. Sendcloud sends tracking numbers and status updates for GLS orders back to Shopify, so customers and support always see the latest delivery state.

Details: Shopify functionalities overview.

Are there extra steps to ship from Germany to the UK with GLS?

Yes. For GLS Germany, you'll authenticate GLS customs APIs and turn on electronic customs in Sendcloud. This unlocks compatible GLS methods for UK delivery.

Follow the guide: How to ship to the UK with GLS Germany.

Will returns created in Sendcloud sync to Shopify?

Yes. With the Shopify integration, Sendcloud can sync return status updates back to Shopify, reducing manual work and keeping orders up to date.

Learn how it works: Returns feedback for Shopify.

Connect Shopify to GLS today

Show ParcelShop pickup at checkout and ship the first GLS order this afternoon.

Connect Shopify to GLS today

Show ParcelShop pickup at checkout and ship the first GLS order this afternoon.

Connect Shopify to GLS today

Show ParcelShop pickup at checkout and ship the first GLS order this afternoon.