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Can I change when certain notifications are sent?

Yes. Choose which events trigger email/SMS — Ready, Out for Delivery, Driver is X Stops Away, Delivered, Missed Delivery — and optionally Scheduled/Rescheduled.

See: Delivery Notifications

What support options are available?

Self‑serve help docs and videos are available 24/7, with direct email support during business hours; Enterprise customers receive priority responses.

See: Help Center · Support tiers

Does EasyRoutes support webhooks?

Yes. EasyRoutes webhooks send real‑time route and stop updates to your systems. You can also connect them to Zapier to automate workflows without code.

See: Webhooks & Zapier

Does EasyRoutes handle multiple depots?

Yes. Set specific start/end locations per route to represent different depots or driver home bases and plan accordingly.

See: Multiple locations/warehouses

What are driver seats and how do they work?

Driver seats are active licenses you assign to drivers. You pay only for active seats and can toggle seats on/off anytime without deleting the driver profile.

See: Managing Driver Seats

Can EasyRoutes sync WooCommerce orders automatically?

Yes, with a custom Zapier integration or the EasyRoutes API.

See: Zapier Integration Guide

What data is included in in Delivery Analytics?

Delivery Analytics shows totals and trends for stops and routes, including completed vs. missed deliveries, average delivery time, per‑driver performance, and route metrics over a chosen period.

See: Delivery Analytics

Can proof of delivery items be shared with customers?

Yes. You can show proof of delivery items (photos, e‑signature timestamp, and driver notes) on customer tracking pages and include links in email/SMS notifications. Configure this from your EasyRoutes Settings, in the Order Tracking and Customer Notifications tabs.

See: Sharing Proof of Delivery · Order Tracking Pages

Is there a free trial?

Yes. EasyRoutes for Shopify and EasyRoutes for Web include a 14‑day free trial on any tier, so you can test our advanced features before subscribing.

See: Plans & Pricing

How does EasyRoutes handle orders without a shipping address?

EasyRoutes flags any orders that are missing a shipping address so you can add or correct the address before routing. For pickup orders, use your store or pickup location as the address.

See: My order does not have a shipping address

What are the main benefits of using EasyRoutes with BigCommerce?

By integrating BigCommerce with EasyRoutes, you get a complete delivery management solution: multi-stop route optimization, real-time driver tracking, branded customer notifications, proof of delivery (photos, notes, signatures), and analytics. See: BigCommerce Overview

Can I make proof of delivery required?

Yes. Require photos, e‑signature, and or a driver note individually before a stop can be marked Delivered or Attempted in the driver app.

See: Mandatory PoD

Are there differences for drivers between products?

No. Both EasyRoutes for Shopify and Web dispatch delivery routes to the same EasyRoutes Delivery Driver mobile app for iOS and Android.  

Drivers will have access to the same easy-to-use navigation and inventory tools when delivering routes with either product.  Driver-facing route planning features (such as assignable driver tasks and scheduled driver breaks) are also available on both platforms.

See: Delivery Driver app · Barcode scanning · Location tracking

Does EasyRoutes integrate with Xero?

Yes. You can connect Xero invoices to EasyRoutes via CSV export, Zapier, or the EasyRoutes API. See: Xero Import Guide

How does billing work for an EasyRoutes plan subscription?

On EasyRoutes for Shopify, our plans work as subscription charges on your Shopify store. To learn more about subscription charges on your Shopify store, review this Shopify Help Center article.

On EasyRoutes for Web, we partner with Stripe for simplified billing. You have full control over your subscription through our customer billing portal.

See: Prorated plan changes · Usage-based SMS balance

What data does Delivery Analytics provide?

Delivery Analytics shows totals and trends for stops and routes, including completed vs. missed deliveries, average delivery time, per‑driver performance, and route metrics over a chosen period.

See: Delivery Analytics

What information can I see in real-time tracking as an admin?

The route’s Tracking tab shows live driver location, recent path, next/current stop, and real‑time stop status, completion times, and proof of delivery events.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Activity Feed

How secure is EasyRoutes?

We use industry‑standard security: encryption in transit and at rest, scoped access, and secure billing via Shopify or PCI‑compliant processors. Data is used only to provide the service and is never disclosed to third parties.

See: Privacy Policy

Will customers see proof of delivery along with live tracking?

Yes. If enabled in Order Tracking settings, photos, e‑signature confirmation, and driver notes appear on the tracking page alongside live status updates.

See: Proof of Delivery · Order Tracking Pages

What actions can I perform in EasyRoutes using Zapier?

You can import stops into EasyRoutes automatically using Zapier, or the EasyRoutes API. See: Zapier Guide

Can I customize my packing slips?

Yes. Add your logo, choose which order fields appear, and adjust layout and font sizing from EasyRoutes Settings → Packing Slips & Labels. Options are available in both Shopify and Web.

See: Customizing Packing Slips

Can I dispatch routes directly to a driver?

Yes. Assign a driver and dispatch so the route appears in the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver mobile app, and a push notification is sent.

See: Dispatching Routes

Can EasyRoutes sync Wix orders automatically?

Yes, through Zapier or the EasyRoutes API. See: Zapier Guide

Does EasyRoutes integrate with BigCommerce?

Yes. You can connect BigCommerce orders to EasyRoutes via CSV import, Zapier, or the EasyRoutes API.

See: EasyRoutes for BigCommerce

Can I auto‑dispatch routes?

Yes. If a scheduled start time is set, routes can be auto‑assigned and dispatched to the selected driver when created.

See: Auto‑Dispatch

Can I use EasyRoutes Workflows with BigCommerce orders?

Yes. Imported BigCommerce orders can trigger Workflows inside EasyRoutes. See: Workflows Overview

Do I need coding skills to connect Squarespace with EasyRoutes?

No coding is required if you use Zapier. For advanced custom integrations, API skills may help. See: API Guide

Can I deactivate a driver seat without removing the driver?

Yes. Deactivating frees the seat for someone else to occupy, while keeping the driver in your roster for easy re‑activation later.

See: Managing Seats

Will customers see proof of delivery along with live driver tracking?

Yes. If enabled in Order Tracking settings, photos, e‑signature confirmation, and driver notes appear on the tracking page alongside live status updates.

See: Proof of Delivery · Order Tracking Pages

How do Workflows interact with EasyRoutes notifications and dispatching?

Workflows can trigger notifications when automatically dispatching routes to drivers, ensuring consistent communication without extra effort from your team. Customers can then receive order status update notifications as soon as a driver starts their route.

See: Workflow Integrations

Are there API rate limits?

Yes. Rate limits protect platform reliability. If you plan high‑volume integrations, contact support to discuss throughput and best practices (batching, webhooks).

See: API Getting Started

Is EasyRoutes multilingual?

Yes. Tracking pages and customer notifications can be customized in your preferred language; order data is shown in the language received from your system.

See: Is EasyRoutes available in my language?

Can I troubleshoot missing or inaccurate tracking data?

Yes. Confirm the route is started, location is set to Always/Precise, battery saver is off, and the app is up to date. If needed, reopen the app to resume tracking.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking

How much do SMS messages cost?

SMS messaging rates are determined by the country of the recipient, and are billed on a per-segment basis.

See: SMS pricing · Usage balance & auto-top-up

Can Workflows trigger when new Shopify orders come in?

Yes. Workflows function on a custom scheduling basis that can be adjusted at any time. Any new Shopify orders received prior to the scheduling cut-off will be included in auto-generated routes. A common Workflow is set up to automatically generate routes with new Shopify orders matching certain filters criteria. This ensures your team can start deliveries without manual intervention.

See: Shopify Order Triggers

Can I edit routes after they’ve been created?

Yes. Add/remove stops, drag‑and‑drop stops to reorder them, change drivers or schedules, and re‑optimize at any time.

See: Edit Routes

What information can I see in real-time tracking as an admin?

The route’s Tracking tab shows live driver location, recent path, next/current stop, and real‑time stop status, completion times, and proof of delivery events.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Activity Feed

Can I set specific start and end locations for my routes?

Yes. Define custom start and end points per route so planning and ETAs include travel to and from these locations. Supported in EasyRoutes for Shopify and EasyRoutes for Web.

See: Start/End Locations

Can I use the API to import orders from other platforms?

Yes. Use the Routes API to import stops (orders) from any system that can send the required fields, then create or update routes with those stops.

See: API Import

Does EasyRoutes support real-time updates for Squarespace orders?

Yes, with Zapier or the EasyRoutes API. See: Zapier Guide

Does EasyRoutes require a contract?

No. Subscriptions are month‑to‑month; upgrade/downgrade at any time and charges are prorated when your plan changes.

See: Prorated billing

What events are shown in the Activity Feed?

Events include route creation/updates, dispatch, driver assignments, stop status changes (Out for Delivery/Delivered/Attempted), and proof‑of‑delivery uploads.

See: Activity Feed Events

Does EasyRoutes work with Shopify’s built-in notifications?

Yes. With EasyRoutes for Shopify you can use Shopify’s built‑in email/SMS templates instead of, or alongside, EasyRoutes’ custom notifications. Avoid duplicates by disabling overlapping templates.

See: Delivery Notifications

Can I dispatch routes automatically?

Yes. If a scheduled start time is set, routes can be auto‑assigned and dispatched to the selected driver when created.

See: Auto‑Dispatch

Can I export customer delivery data?

Yes. Export route/stop data to CSVs with customer details, timestamps, and links to proof of delivery for record‑keeping or analysis.

See: Exporting Data

Can I auto-dispatch routes to my drivers?

Yes. If a scheduled start time is set, routes can be auto‑assigned and dispatched to the selected driver when created.

See: Auto‑Dispatch

How do I manage my active drivers?

You can add, remove, and switch drivers in a way that is flexible with your business at anytime from within EasyRoutes. If you need more active drivers, then you'll need to add more drivers on your plan.

See: Add a driver · Activate/deactivate drivers

Can I export packing slip data instead of printing?

Yes. Use the same Print flow and choose your OS/browser’s Save as PDF, or generate a route PDF for digital sharing.

See: Create a PDF of my route

Can I preview my notification templates before sending them?

Yes. Email and SMS editors include Preview with Example Data so you can confirm branding and variables before enabling. For live tests, try a draft order to yourself.

See: Delivery Notifications

How do I import WooCommerce orders into EasyRoutes?

Export your orders as a CSV from WooCommerce, then upload them into EasyRoutes for route planning.

See: WooCommerce Import Guide

How does EasyRoutes pricing work?

Pricing is based on plan tier plus the number of active driver seats; optional SMS is usage‑based. Scale seats up/down anytime.

See: Pricing · Pricing & Plans FAQ

Are there API rate limits?

Yes. Rate limits protect platform reliability. If you plan high‑volume integrations, contact support to discuss throughput and best practices (batching, webhooks).

See: API Getting Started

Does EasyRoutes support time windows for deliveries?

Yes. You can set delivery time windows per stop or import them from supported third‑party date/time apps. EasyRoutes optimizes routes to meet these windows and calculates ETAs accordingly.

See: Time Windows · Supported third-party apps

Can EasyRoutes print packing slips for each stop?

Yes. Both EasyRoutes for Shopify and EasyRoutes for Web let you print packing slips for every stop in route order. Open a route, click Print, check Packing slips, and print or save to PDF.

See: Printing Packing Slips

What BigCommerce export settings should I use?

Use a CSV export template with one row per sub-item to ensure proper mapping. See: CSV Import Guide

Can I preview my notifications before sending them?

Yes. Email and SMS editors include Preview with Example Data so you can confirm branding and variables before enabling. For live tests, try a draft order to yourself.

See: Delivery Notifications

Can I track multiple routes at once?

Yes. Open a Route Group to view multiple live driver locations and statuses on one screen; each driver pin is colour‑coded by route.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Route Groups

Can I test the API in a sandbox environment?

We recommend using a test store or non‑production data for integration testing — e.g., draft orders or manual stops with your own contacts — before pushing to production.

See: API Getting Started

Can I combine Zapier with EasyRoutes Workflows?

Yes. Zapier and Workflows can complement each other for advanced automation. See: Workflows Overview

How does EasyRoutes optimize my delivery routes?

EasyRoutes optimizes deliveries using your selected orders, start & end locations, stop time intervals, time windows, and route limits. You can balance routes, respect capacities, and re‑optimize as plans change.

See: Route Options · EasyRoutes 101

Can EasyRoutes send delivery notifications for Squarespace orders?

Yes. Customers receive branded email or SMS notifications with live tracking. See: Notifications Overview

Does the app provide turn-by-turn navigation?

Yes. Drivers can launch directions via Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze from each stop, and pick a default navigation app in their mobile app settings.

See: Selecting a Navigation App

What WooCommerce plugins are recommended for exporting orders?

The WebToffee Order Export & Import plugin is recommended.

See: WooCommerce Import Guide

Can I reverse the order of stops in a route?

Yes. Use the route’s actions menu to reverse the stop sequence, then save to recalculate ETAs.

See: Reverse a route

Does EasyRoutes support SMS delivery notifications?

Yes. EasyRoutes Premium and Enterprise plans support branded SMS notifications with usage‑based pricing per message segment. Configure templates and funding in Settings.

See: EasyRoutes SMS Pricing · Delivery Notifications

Can I schedule routes early and share ETAs in advance?

Yes. Schedule routes for specific dates/times, and ETAs will be calculated for each stop on a route. These ETAs can be shared via customer tracking links and email/SMS delivery notifications.

See: Route Scheduling & ETAs

How do I import Wix orders into EasyRoutes?

Yes. Export your Wix orders to CSV, then upload them into EasyRoutes. See: Wix Import Guide

Does EasyRoutes work without Shopify?

Yes. EasyRoutes for Web lets you plan and manage deliveries without a Shopify store. Import orders by CSV/API/webhooks or add manual stops.

See: Apps & Integrations

How do my route planners and other staff access EasyRoutes?

EasyRoutes for Shopify is embedded in the Shopify Admin — team members with Shopify access can open EasyRoutes from the admin navigation or search. EasyRoutes for Web uses a standalone login; admins can invite additional users to collaborate with specific permissions. Both products let you control who can plan routes, dispatch, and manage drivers.

See: Getting started · Add collaborators

Can I still use Shopify's built‑in delivery notifications?

Yes. You can use Shopify’s built‑in Local Delivery/Shipping notifications instead of (or alongside) EasyRoutes email/SMS. Avoid duplicate sends by disabling overlapping templates.

See: Delivery Notifications

Can I customize the notifications customers receive?

Yes. With the Premium plan and above, fully customize email/SMS: add your logo and colors, edit copy/variables, and choose which events send. Works for Shopify orders and imported/manual stops.

See: Delivery Notifications

Can I factor driver breaks into my optimized routes?

Yes. Add scheduled driver breaks to new or existing route, and EasyRoutes will insert a break stop while updating downstream ETAs and total route time.

See: Driver Breaks

How does EasyRoutes optimize my routes?

EasyRoutes optimizes deliveries using your selected orders, start & end locations, stop time intervals, time windows, and route limits. You can balance routes, respect capacities, and re‑optimize as plans change.

See: Route Options · EasyRoutes 101

How do I import BigCommerce orders into EasyRoutes?

Export your orders from BigCommerce as a CSV and upload them into EasyRoutes for routing.

See: BigCommerce Import Guide

Does the app provide turn-by-turn navigation?

Yes. Drivers can launch directions via Google Maps, Apple Maps, or Waze from each stop, and pick a default navigation app in their mobile app settings.

See: Selecting a Navigation App

Can customers give feedback via their tracking page?

Yes. Enable Delivery Ratings so customers can leave star ratings and optional comments on the tracking page after delivery. Export results or review per driver from their profile pages.

See: Delivery Ratings

Can I export activity feed data?

Not directly, as the Activity Feed is intended as a real-time stream of events for quick reference and attribution. Export related route/stop data (with timestamps and PoD links) to CSV for analysis or records.

See: Export routes/stops · Activity Feed

Can I customize driver permissions?

Yes. Control what drivers can do and see: allow/disable re‑ordering or re‑optimizing stops and choose which customer fields are visible in the app.

See: Driver Visibility · Driver‑side Re‑optimize

How do I add a driver to EasyRoutes?

Invite drivers from the Drivers & Vehicles tab of your EasyRoutes navigation menu. Enter a driver's phone number and they’ll receive a link to install and sign in to the app.

See: Adding a Driver

Does EasyRoutes offer SMS delivery notifications?

Yes. EasyRoutes Premium and Enterprise plans support branded SMS notifications with usage‑based pricing per message segment. Configure templates and funding in Settings.

See: EasyRoutes SMS Pricing · Delivery Notifications

Can I integrate EasyRoutes with other business tools?

Yes. Use the EasyRoutes API, webhooks, and Zapier to connect ERPs/CRMs/WMS or automate tasks without code.

See: API Getting Started · Webhooks & Zapier

Can I route imported orders alongside Shopify orders?

Yes. Import external orders via CSV, API, or Zapier, or add custom stops manually. These orders can then be planned together alongside any Shopify orders in one route.

See: Adding Custom Stops

How do drivers sign in to the app?

Drivers sign in with the phone number used when they were added as a driver. They’ll receive an SMS code and can then access assigned routes.

See: How do I sign in or sign up?

Can drivers see customer notes?

Yes. Delivery and customer notes from the order can be shown in the driver app; enable these fields in Route/Driver display settings.

See: Viewing Delivery & Customer Notes

Can I dispatch a route to a driver from EasyRoutes?

Yes. Assign routes to drivers directly, or share a self‑assign link so eligible drivers can claim routes. Drivers complete deliveries in the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver mobile app.

See: Dispatch / Share Routes · Driver Self‑Assign

Can I save frequent delivery zones?

Yes. Draw custom delivery zones on the map to select orders in a specific geographical area, and reuse the same workflow whenever you plan routes for the same local area.

See: Delivery Zones

What permissions do drivers need to enable tracking?

Drivers must grant Always (iOS) / Allow all the time (Android) location access and enable Precise location. Background location must remain on for the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking

Does EasyRoutes work internationally?

Yes. EasyRoutes supports global address lookup and mapping for most countries; some features may vary by region. Review our current list of unsupported regions before launching.

See: Unsupported Countries

Can I test a Workflow before enabling it for my team?

Yes. You can create and save Workflows in a draft state, test them with sample data, and only enable them once you’re confident they work as intended.

See: Testing Workflows

Can I show my driver’s real-time location to customers?

Yes. On Premium/Enterprise plans you can display a live driver pin on tracking pages when the driver is 1–10 stops away.

See: Real‑Time Driver Location Tracking

Can I re-optimize a route after creating it?

Yes. Re‑optimize at any time — after adding or removing stops, changing stop priorities, editing route options, or balancing loads. Drivers can also re-optimize routes delivered out of order, or re‑order stops if enabled from your EasyRoutes Settings.

See: Re‑optimize a route · Re‑ordering stops

Can I export customer delivery data?

Yes. Export route/stop data to CSVs with customer details, timestamps, and links to proof of delivery for record‑keeping or analysis.

See: Exporting Data

What are the main benefits of using EasyRoutes with Wix?

Optimized routing, tracking, proof of delivery, notifications, and analytics. See: Wix Integration

How long is activity feed data stored?

Activity Feed data is retained for the lifetime of your EasyRoutes account unless it’s removed as part of data deletion. Use route/stop exports when you need a file copy.

See: Activity Feed

Can I duplicate a route for future use?

Yes. Copy an existing route so you can reuse its stops and settings, adjust the schedule/driver, and re‑optimize for use on subsequent delivery days.

See: Edit Routes

Can I hide driver location from customers?

Yes. Live driver location on tracking pages is optional - keep it internal or show it to customers when their driver is 1–10 stops away.

See: Real‑time Driver Location

What export settings should I use in Squarespace?

Select “Pending” orders when exporting to CSV. See: Squarespace Import Guide

Can EasyRoutes send delivery notifications for BigCommerce orders?

Yes. Customers can receive branded tracking pages, email, and/or SMS notifications. See: Notifications Overview

How quickly can I get started?

Most teams connect, fetch orders, and create their first optimized route in under an hour. Follow the Getting Started guide found in the EasyRoutes support portal to reach your “aha” moment fast.

See: Getting Started

Can I schedule routes in advance to share ETAs?

Yes. Schedule routes for specific dates/times, and ETAs will be calculated for each stop on a route. These ETAs can be shared via customer tracking links and email/SMS delivery notifications.

See: Route Scheduling & ETAs

Can I group routes together for easier dispatching?

Yes. Route Groups let you create, monitor, and dispatch multiple routes at once, and track all drivers within the group on one map view.

See: Route Groups