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Can I use the API to import external eCommerce 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 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

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 send tracking links via SMS?

Absolutely. Add tracking links to SMS notifications (available on Premium/Enterprise subscription plans) so customers can follow their delivery. Usage‑based fees apply.

See: SMS Notifications · SMS Pricing

Can I make proof of delivery mandatory?

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 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

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

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 route Shopify Local Delivery and Pickup orders?

Yes. EasyRoutes supports Shopify Local Delivery and can include Pickup orders on routes when you need a driver or staff task at your store or pickup point. Local Delivery instructions appear directly on the stop when available.

See: Viewing Local Delivery Instructions

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

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

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

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 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

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 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 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 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

Does EasyRoutes require internet to run routes?

Planning and dispatching routes requires internet. Drivers can continue deliveries offline if their route was opened while connected, and updates to the route will sync when a connection is restored.

See: Offline Use

How often is analytics data updated?

Analytics updates as delivery events are recorded. Refresh the Analytics page to see the latest numbers; event details also appear in each route’s Activity Feed.

See: Delivery Analytics · Activity Feed

Can I add proof of delivery manually from my web browser?

Yes. Admins can upload photos and notes directly to a stop from the browser if something couldn’t be captured from a mobile device.

See: Manual Upload

What types of proof of delivery does EasyRoutes support?

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 multiple stores use a single EasyRoutes account?

Each EasyRoutes for Shopify install connects to a single Shopify store. To combine data, import stops via CSV/API/webhooks or use EasyRoutes for Web to plan with external sources.

See: Multiple Shopify stores

Can the app work offline?

Yes. If a route is opened while the device is online, the app caches details so drivers can continue working with limited or no connectivity; updates to the route and individual stops will sync back to EasyRoutes when the device is back online.

See: Offline Use

Are there any differences in the customer experience between products?

Customers get the same experience on both: branded tracking pages with ETAs, real-time updates, and proof-of-delivery receipts (photos, e-signature, notes, GPS). With Shopify, you can also use Shopify’s built-in email/SMS templates; on Web, you’ll use EasyRoutes’ customizable notifications. Either way, you control timing, content, and branding for each status.

See: Tracking pages · Delivery notifications · Proof of Delivery

How do I edit a driver’s details?

Edit a driver’s name, phone, or profile from the Drivers & Vehicles tab in your EasyRoutes navigation menu. Drivers can also update their profile name in the mobile app.

See: Editing Driver Info

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 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

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 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 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

What is EasyRoutes and who is it for?

EasyRoutes is a delivery management and route optimization platform for merchants, local delivery teams, and logistics operators. It helps you plan routes, dispatch to drivers, track progress in real time, and notify customers. Works with Shopify and integrates with other e-commerce platforms via EasyRoutes for Web.

See: Getting Started with EasyRoutes

Can I manage recurring deliveries?

Yes. Automate with Workflows to create routes on a custom, recurring schedule, or duplicate prior routes and re‑use their settings/stops in just a few clicks.

See: Workflows · Duplicate routes

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

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 view analytics for a specific date range?

Yes. Use the date picker to select common presets (7/30 days) or a custom start and end date; Analytics refreshes to that range.

See: Filtering by Date

Can I include proof of delivery on customer 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

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

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?

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

Does EasyRoutes integrate with accounting software?

Indirectly, yes. Use CSV exports, the EasyRoutes API, or Zapier to push delivery data into your accounting system.

See: Webhooks · Zapier Integration

Can I schedule 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

Can I attach extra information to stops?

Direct file attachments aren’t supported, but you can add detailed notes to each stop for driver and planner reference.

See: Custom Notes

Is e-signature displayed to customers?

Tracking pages show that a signature was collected and when; for security purposes, the actual signature image isn’t displayed publicly but is retained internally for reference.

See: Proof of Delivery

Can I use EasyRoutes at multiple locations?

Yes. Manage deliveries for multiple depots/warehouses from one account. Create routes with different start/end locations and assign drivers per hub.

See: Delivering from multiple locations

What types 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 factor driver breaks into my 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

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 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 external eCommerce 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

Does EasyRoutes offer training?

Yes. We provide step‑by‑step help docs, videos, and email support during business hours; Enterprise receives priority onboarding and dedicated support.

See: Getting Started · Support Portal

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 change label sizes?

Yes. Set label size (e.g., 4×6 thermal or A4/Letter) and font scale in EasyRoutes Settings → Packing Slips & Labels, then fine‑tune using your printer’s paper and scale settings.

See: Printing packing labels

Can I 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

Can routes be re-optimized after creation?

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 EasyRoutes connect to multiple Shopify stores?

Each EasyRoutes for Shopify install connects to a single Shopify store. To combine data from additional external sources, import stops via CSV, API, webhooks, or Zapier.

See: Multiple Shopify stores

Can proof of delivery be exported for records?

Yes. Export routes/stops to CSV to get timestamps and URLs to proof items for archiving or analysis. Pair with Analytics for summary trends.

See: Export Proof of Delivery · Export routes/stops

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 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

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

Who should use EasyRoutes for Web?

Choose EasyRoutes for Web if you don’t use Shopify or prefer a standalone planner. Import orders from spreadsheets (CSV), connect webhook events to Zapier for no-code automations, or integrate directly with our API to push/pull data programmatically. It’s ideal for delivery teams moving off manual tools and wanting automation without switching e-commerce platforms.

See: Import orders from CSV · API: Getting Started · Zapier webhooks

What app permissions are required?

Location (Always/Precise), Camera/Photos, and Notifications are required for full functionality of the EasyRoutes Delivery Driver mobile app; Storage/Media permissions may be prompted on Android.

See: App Permissions

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 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

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 is real-time driver location displayed 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

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 drivers update order statuses from the app?

Yes. Drivers can mark stops as Out for Delivery, Delivered, or Attempted and attach proof of delivery from the mobile app.

See: Marking orders as Delivered

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 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

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

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

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

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 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

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 notify customers of delays with EasyRoutes?

Yes. Use the customizable Rescheduled notification (email/SMS) to explain delays, provide a new ETA/date, and include the tracking link.

See: Delivery Notifications

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

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

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

Does EasyRoutes let me avoid tolls or u-turns?

Yes. Turn on settings to avoid toll roads and u‑turns from the Route Options panel. Enable these options before planning a route, or edit the route after creation and re‑optimize to see them reflected in your route.

See: Route Options

Can I view analytics for specific drivers?

Yes. Filter Analytics by driver to compare performance or focus on an individual’s workload and results.

See: Filtering by 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

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

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 re-optimize a route after it’s created?

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

What types 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

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 print packing slips in bulk?

Yes. Bulk print all packing slips for a route in one action: open the route, click Print, check Packing slips, and print or download directly.

See: Bulk Printing · Packing Slips

Can I send notifications for imported or manual stops?

Yes. Enable templates for Imported/Manual stops in EasyRoutes Customer Notifications settings, and include an email and or phone number on the stop.

See: Delivery Notifications

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 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

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 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 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

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

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

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 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

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

Does EasyRoutes for Web offer any third-party app or API integrations?

Yes! You can use EasyRoutes' API to customize your integration and build powerful workflows to suit your specific delivery needs. You can also connect EasyRoutes webhooks to Zapier to unlock seamless, no-code workflows with your favourite apps and services, triggered by route updates in EasyRoutes.