> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ecwid.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ecwid.com/guides/shipping-methods/provide-additional-online-shipping-method.md).

# Provide additional online shipping method

Online shipping methods not developed by Ecwid team work through applications. 

When the app is properly set up, it becomes available as a **shipping method** to the store owner in Ecwid admin, and its **shipping options** become available to customers at the checkout.

### Application setup

Make sure that your app has:

* Required access scopes: `add_shipping_method`, `read_store_profile`, `read_orders`, and `update_orders` 
* Self-hosted `shippingUrl` endpoint running on your server.\
  [Request application update](/contact-ecwid-api-support-team.md)

To ensure everything is in place, check your **app settings** from the [app dashboard](https://my.ecwid.com/#develop-apps) page:

<figure><img src="/files/IbBbTFvp6Wnn8plpmUcB" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

And **access scopes** of your app on the [My apps](https://my.ecwid.com/#my_apps) page:

<figure><img src="/files/SwUsLK6tQbgpdt1WKlPI" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

### New shipping method in Ecwid admin

With both requirements satisfied, a new shipping method will appear on the [Shipping & Pickup](https://my.ecwid.com/#shippings) page immediately after installing the app:

<figure><img src="/files/xQ3sIKfkNsTr7xWRPdmN" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Your new shipping method added by the app should also be enabled by default.

{% hint style="info" %}
If you want your shipping method to be **disabled** by default after installing the app, [contact API Support team](/contact-ecwid-api-support-team.md). They'll update the app for you.
{% endhint %}

Enabled shipping methods are available to customers at the checkout, so you can test your new shipping method right away.


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