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ShipStation

ShipStation

ShipStation simplifies shipping for e-commerce retailers by providing a centralized platform to manage orders from multiple sales channels, compare carrier rates, automate fulfillment workflows, and scale shipping operations efficiently.

shipstation.comAustin, Texas, United StatesFounded 2011Parent: Auctane

Last updated May 11, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team · Connections updated May 25, 2026

Industry
E-commerce Technology
Business Model
SaaS
Target Market
SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
Employee Count
201-500
Funding
acquired
Parent Company
Auctane
API Available
Yes
Market Position

Leading multi-carrier shipping software platform for e-commerce businesses

Overview

ShipStation is a leading cloud-based shipping solution designed for e-commerce businesses of all sizes. The platform enables online retailers to manage and streamline their order fulfillment process by integrating with numerous shopping carts, marketplaces, and carriers. Founded in 2011, ShipStation was acquired by Stamps.com in 2014 for $65 million, and subsequently became part of Auctane (formerly Stamps.com Inc.) following a series of corporate restructurings. Today, ShipStation operates as a subsidiary of Auctane and continues to serve as one of the company's flagship shipping software brands. ShipStation provides merchants with tools to import orders from multiple sales channels, compare shipping rates across carriers, print shipping labels in bulk, automate shipping workflows, and track packages. The platform integrates with over 300 shopping carts, marketplaces, and carriers, making it a comprehensive solution for multi-channel e-commerce fulfillment. While not an AdTech company in the traditional sense, ShipStation plays a role in the broader e-commerce technology ecosystem by enabling efficient post-purchase logistics that support customer retention and brand experience. As part of Auctane's portfolio of shipping and e-commerce logistics brands, ShipStation continues to operate independently while benefiting from the resources and infrastructure of its parent company. The platform serves hundreds of thousands of e-commerce businesses globally, from small online retailers to high-volume enterprise merchants.

Products & Features

Multi-Carrier Shipping

Compare rates and print labels from major carriers including USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, and regional carriers

Order Management

Import and manage orders from 300+ shopping carts, marketplaces, and sales channels in one dashboard

Automation Rules

Create custom automation workflows to assign shipping presets, apply tags, and route orders based on specific criteria

Batch Label Printing

Process and print hundreds of shipping labels simultaneously to accelerate fulfillment

Branded Tracking

Provide customers with branded tracking pages and automated shipping notifications

Inventory Management

Track inventory levels across multiple warehouses and sales channels

Key Features
Multi-channel order import and synchronizationDiscounted shipping rates from major carriersCustomizable automation rules and workflowsBatch label printing and processingBranded tracking pages and customer notificationsInternational shipping support with customs formsMobile app for iOS and AndroidWarehouse management and pick listsReturns management portalReporting and analytics dashboard
Use Cases
Multi-channel e-commerce order fulfillmentHigh-volume shipping operations requiring batch processingMarketplace sellers managing orders from Amazon, eBay, Etsy, and other platformsDirect-to-consumer brands seeking branded shipping experiences3PL providers managing fulfillment for multiple clientsInternational shipping with customs documentationDropshipping operationsSubscription box businesses with recurring shipments
Customer Segments
Small to medium-sized e-commerce retailersMulti-channel online sellersDirect-to-consumer brandsThird-party logistics providers (3PLs)Enterprise e-commerce businessesMarketplace sellersSubscription box companies

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