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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

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

Can drivers re-order or re-optimize their stops in the app?

Yes — if enabled. Planners can allow drivers to manually reorder stops and or re‑optimize remaining stops mid‑route.

See: Re‑optimize remaining stops

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

How does route optimization work on EasyRoutes?

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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 connect EasyRoutes to Zapier?

Yes. Send EasyRoutes webhook events into Zapier and build no‑code workflows (e.g., update Sheets, post to Slack, send emails).

See: Zapier Integration

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 import orders into EasyRoutes 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?

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

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

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

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

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 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

Do I need a Premium plan to use the API?

Yes. API and webhooks are available on Premium and Enterprise plans.

See: API Guide · Pricing & Plans

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 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

Can I include proof in Shopify notifications?

Yes. Add PoD image URLs to Shopify’s Delivered/Missed templates so customers receive photo links in standard Shopify emails.

See: Use PoD in Shopify Notifications

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 track my drivers in real-time?

Yes. Enable Real‑Time Tracking in Settings → Driver settings (Premium/Enterprise subscription plans) to view live driver location and progress in the Tracking tab of any route.

See: Real‑Time Tracking

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 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

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.

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 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

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 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

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 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

Does EasyRoutes have a mobile app for dispatchers?

Dispatchers use the web app. EasyRoutes for Shopify is accessible inside the Shopify mobile app; EasyRoutes for Web runs in any mobile browser for on‑the‑go monitoring.

See: Navigating EasyRoutes

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

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

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 proof be shown for attempted deliveries?

Yes. PoD can be attached to Attempted deliveries and, if configured in settings, can be required in order to mark a stop as Attempted.

See: Proof of Delivery

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

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

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 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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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?

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 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 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

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 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 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

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

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

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

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 drivers self-assign routes?

Yes. Generate a dispatch link that lets eligible drivers claim a route themselves; the first to claim becomes the assigned driver.

See: Driver Self‑Assign

How quickly can I get started?

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

See: Getting Started

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

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

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

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 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

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 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

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 I assign multiple drivers to a single route?

No. Each route has one assigned driver at a time. To share the work, split stops across multiple routes or use self‑assign links on separate routes.

See: Driver Assignment

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 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 connect EasyRoutes to Zapier?

Yes. Send EasyRoutes webhook events into Zapier and build no‑code workflows (e.g., update Sheets, post to Slack, send emails).

See: Zapier Integration

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

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

Does EasyRoutes keep a history of my past routes?

Yes. The Routes page shows unstarted, in‑progress, completed, and archived routes. Filter by status or date to find older runs.

See: See old orders or routes

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 share proof of delivery through 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

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

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

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

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 I print my route details for drivers?

Yes. Print route summaries, packing slips/labels, and inventory lists from the route’s Print menu, or save as PDF for digital sharing.

See: Print a route · Route Inventory/Packing List

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

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

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 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

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

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 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

What types of 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 limit the max duration or stop count on a route?

Yes. EasyRoutes lets you set limits for maximum route duration, maximum stops per route, and maximum items per route. Configure these constraints in Route Options before planning, or when editing a route.

See: Route Options

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 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