« Back to FAQs

Can I send notifications for Squarespace orders?

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

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

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

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 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 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

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 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

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 WooCommerce plugins are recommended for exporting orders?

The WebToffee Order Export & Import plugin is recommended.

See: WooCommerce Import Guide

Can EasyRoutes sync BigCommerce orders automatically?

Yes. Use the EasyRoutes API for maximum flexibility, or take advantage of EasyRoutes' Zapier triggers for no-code import automation.

See: Zapier Guide

Can EasyRoutes send notifications for Wix orders?

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

Can I use Workflows with Xero invoices?

Yes. Imported or synced Xero invoices can trigger Workflows in EasyRoutes. See: Workflows Overview

Can EasyRoutes sync WooCommerce orders automatically?

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

See: Zapier Integration Guide

Is Zapier available for both EasyRoutes for Shopify and EasyRoutes for Web?

Yes. Zapier works with both platforms to import, sync, and automate orders. See: Platform Support

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 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?

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

Can I get started with EasyRoutes quickly?

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

See: Getting Started

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 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 customers give feedback through 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

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

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

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

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