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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

How are same-day changes handled?

Add or remove stops on existing routes, then re‑optimize to refresh ETAs and send updates to the driver app. Changes can be made anytime during the day.

See: Add orders/stops · Re‑optimize routes

How does the free trial work?

Your 14-day free trial starts when you choose a paid plan for the first time. If you cancel anytime during your trial you won't be billed. If you continue, your subscription starts when your trial period ends.

See: Plans & pricing overview

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 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

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 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

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

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

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 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

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

How does EasyRoutes handle orders without a shipping address?

Yes. 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

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

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

Does tracking continue if the driver closes the app?

Yes — provided background location is configured as allowed (Always/Allow all the time) and the OS isn’t restricting the app. Force‑quitting or disabling location will pause updates until the app is reopened.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking

How do I enable real-time driver tracking in EasyRoutes?

Go to your EasyRoutes Settings → Driver settings, and enable real‑time tracking. Have drivers allow location Always + Precise location in the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app and their mobile device's settings.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking

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

How do I authenticate API requests?

Use an access token generated from your EasyRoutes account and include it with each request per the API Getting Started guide found in the EasyRoutes support portal.

See: API Getting Started

Is the Activity Feed visible to drivers?

No. The feed is visible to admin/dispatcher roles in the web app; drivers see only their assigned routes in the mobile app.

See: Activity Feed

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

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

Can I share proof of delivery via tracking links?

Yes. You can show proof of delivery (photos, e‑signature confirmation, and driver notes) on customer tracking pages for delivered or attempted stops. Enable this from EasyRoutes' Order Tracking settings.

See: Proof of Delivery · Order Tracking Pages

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

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

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

Does EasyRoutes support Shopify Subscription orders?

Yes. Subscription orders from Shopify can be planned like standard orders. EasyRoutes also integrates with popular subscription/checkout apps.

See: Shopify Subscription Orders · Third‑party apps

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 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

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

Does EasyRoutes automatically sync orders from Shopify?

Yes. New and updated Shopify orders flow into EasyRoutes automatically so your Orders page stays current for planning. If something looks off, refresh and check your date/location filters.

See: Shopify Items & Fulfillments

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 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

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 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 export my routes for reporting or analysis?

Yes. Export route and stop data — including links to proof of delivery — to CSV for reconciliation or further analysis with external tools.

See: Export routes/stops

How do I authenticate API requests?

Use an access token generated from your EasyRoutes account and include it with each request per the Getting Started guide.

See: API Getting Started

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

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 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

Can I plan pickup routes?

Yes. Create pickup‑only routes or mix pickups and deliveries. Use your store or pickup point as the address, and include any notes/requirements for staff reference.

See: Pickup Orders

Does EasyRoutes for Web offer the same features as EasyRoutes for Shopify?

Both products include the same core planning and optimization experience—map-based routing, configurable route options, tracking pages, notifications, and proof of delivery. Features that rely on Shopify’s native data/models (e.g., Shopify notifications, order tags, and subscription workflows) aren’t available on EasyRoutes for Web. Some automation tools are Shopify-only.

See: Notifications (Shopify + Web) · Order automation (Shopify-only)

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 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 continue to use Shopify 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

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 manage cash-on-delivery orders?

Yes. Flag COD stops for payment collection and document hand‑off with proof of delivery and route exports.

See: Cash on Delivery

Can I balance stops evenly across multiple routes?

Yes. Enable Balance routes to distribute stops as evenly as possible across multiple routes/drivers while respecting other route constraints (like time windows, or item/weight limits).

See: Balance routes · How many routes?

What kinds of proof of delivery can EasyRoutes capture?

EasyRoutes supports delivery photos, e‑signature, driver notes, and automatic timestamps (with GPS location when available) to provide a complete delivery record.

See: Proof of Delivery

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 view missed delivery reasons?

Yes. Analytics shows counts of missed deliveries; individual stop pages display the reason provided by the driver (e.g., no answer, inaccessible).

See: Missed Delivery Reasons

Does EasyRoutes have an API?

Yes. EasyRoutes offers a public API and webhooks for integrating with external systems or building custom automation.

See: API Getting Started · Routes API

How accurate are ETAs?

ETAs use route distance, stop service times, and historical traffic, and they update during the day as drivers progress. Accuracy improves when addresses and time windows are clean.

See: Route Scheduling & ETAs

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

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 set specific start or 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 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

Can EasyRoutes integrate 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

Will EasyRoutes add tracking links to my Shopify orders?

Yes. When you fulfill through EasyRoutes, a tracking link is added to the Shopify fulfillment so customers can follow their delivery from their order status page.

See: Tracking Pages & Links

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

Can I track driver performance?

Yes. Delivery Analytics reports completion rates, average delivery times, and success rates; filter by driver or date and export to CSV.

See: Analytics

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 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

Can I require drivers to start a route before tracking begins?

Yes. Require drivers to tap Start Delivery before updating stops so tracking begins at the official route start and overall drive time is captured accurately.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Driver Settings

What can I do with the API?

Use the API to import stops, create and optimize routes, assign/dispatch to drivers, update stop/route status, and retrieve route data and history.

See: Routes API

Can I print packing slips for each stop on a route?

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

Can I print delivery manifests?

Yes. Drivers see a manifest in the mobile app, and you can also print route manifests with order details for offline use or records. Choose the Print menu on any route.

See: Printing Route Manifests

Can I move orders between different routes?

Yes. Select stops on a route and choose Send to another route, or drag between routes on a Route Group. Re‑optimize after moving to refresh ETAs.

See: Move orders to another route

Can I send delivery reminders to customers?

Yes. Configure email/SMS templates (e.g., Ready for Delivery, Out for Delivery, Driver is X Stops Away) to remind customers and include tracking links and ETAs.

See: EasyRoutes Notifications

Can I see completed vs. missed deliveries?

Yes. Analytics includes a delivered vs. missed/attempted view over your selected period and or driver. Use it to track delivery success rates.

See: Analytics Reports

Can customers give feedback from 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 reprint packing slips or labels?

Yes. Reopen any route and use Print to reprint packing slips or labels, or re‑export to PDF. If a route was archived, simply unarchive it first.

See: Printing delivery routes

How is real-time driver location shown to customers?

You can show a live GPS pin on customer tracking pages when the driver is approaching. Configure this in EasyRoutes Settings → Order tracking and pair with email/SMS notifications for maximum visibility.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Order Tracking Pages

Can the API update route status?

Yes. The API can update stops and routes (e.g., mark delivered/attempted, assign/dispatch, or edit route details), which can trigger notifications if enabled.

See: API Getting Started · Routes API

Can I balance stops evenly across multiple routes?

Yes. Enable Balance routes to distribute stops as evenly as possible across multiple routes/drivers while respecting other route constraints (like time windows, or item/weight limits).

See: Balance routes · How many routes?

How many photos can be attached to a stop?

You can attach up to four delivery photos per stop, plus an e‑signature and driver notes, to document each delivery thoroughly.

See: Proof of Delivery

How do I manage my 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

Does EasyRoutes support vehicle capacity limits?

Absolutely. Plan with item and weight limits to reflect the capacities of your fleet. Configure and assign Vehicle Profiles for an additional indicator for routes that have specific restrictions by vehicle.

See: Routes by Vehicle Capacity · Vehicle Profiles

Can drivers upload proof from their phone gallery?

Yes. If enabled in Driver Settings, drivers can upload photos from the device gallery — handy for low‑connectivity deliveries — then the app syncs them when online.

See: Uploading from Gallery

Can I balance stops evenly across several routes?

Yes. Enable Balance routes to distribute stops as evenly as possible across multiple routes/drivers while respecting other route constraints (like time windows, or item/weight limits).

See: Balance routes · How many routes?

Can EasyRoutes import orders from spreadsheets?

Yes. Import orders by CSV in Shopify or Web, including item‑level quantities and weights for capacity planning.

See: CSV Import

Where can drivers download the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app?

The EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app is available for iOS and Android. Use our official download links to install and sign in with your driver phone number.

See: Where can I download the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app?

What is the Activity Feed in EasyRoutes?

The Activity Feed is a real‑time, account‑wide log of route, stop, and driver events (e.g., dispatches, status changes, proof of delivery).

See: Activity Feed

Can proof of delivery 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

Which plans include real-time driver tracking?

Real-time driver tracking is currently available on Premium and Enterprise plans for both EasyRoutes for Shopify and EasyRoutes for Web. Enable it in EasyRoutes Settings → Driver settings.

See: Real-Time Driver Location Tracking · Pricing & Plans FAQ

Where can drivers download the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app?

The EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app is available for iOS and Android. Use our official download links to install and sign in with your driver phone number.

See: Where can I download the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver app?

Can I print labels for each package?

Yes. Print Packing labels from the route’s Print menu. Choose one label per stop or per item (package), then customize variables and size. Available in both EasyRoutes for Shopify and Web (paid plans).

See: Label Printing

Does EasyRoutes support Shopify Subscription orders?

Yes. Subscription orders from Shopify can be planned like standard orders. EasyRoutes also integrates with popular subscription/checkout apps.

See: Shopify Subscription Orders · Third‑party apps

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

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 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

Can I use the API to import eCommerce platform orders?

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

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 use the Activity Feed for compliance audits?

Yes. The feed offers a timestamped, user‑attributed history of delivery events you can reference alongside CSV exports for formal audits.

See: Activity Feed · Export routes/stops

Does EasyRoutes work with wholesale orders?

Yes. Any Shopify order (including wholesale and/or B2B) can be added to routes as long as it contains a shipping address. You can also correct addresses - or add one to stops without - prior to routing.

See: Shopify Items & Fulfillments · Add a missing address

Does EasyRoutes support different vehicle types or capacities when optimizing?

Yes. EasyRoutes supports Vehicle Profiles you can configure and assign to routes. EasyRoutes also supports capacity planning via item or weight limits per route. Use these with other options (like time windows, or custom start/end locations) to keep plans realistic and drivers on schedule.

See: Vehicle Profiles · Max items/weight per route · Commercial/GPX Export

How does EasyRoutes work with orders without an 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

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

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 schedule routes ahead of time and 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

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