Hmong Network offers various shipping options for sellers, including Free Shipping, Flat Rate, Table Rate, and Local Delivery. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up and use these shipping options:
Free Shipping
- In your Marketplace Dashboard, Go to Settings > Shipping.
- Select Domestic under Shipping Zone and click Edit.
- Click Add Shipping Method and select Free Shipping from the dropdown.
- Add the shipping method and click Edit to configure the free shipping method for that specific shipping zone.
- Method Title (Default: Free Shipping)
- Minimum order amount for free shipping (Default: 0)
- Save Settings

Free shipping improves the customer experience and acts as a marketing tool to encourage more sales. The costs may be high, but the potential revenue upside is higher.
Flat Rate Shipping
- In your Marketplace Dashboard, Go to Settings > Shipping.
- Select Domestic under Shipping Zone and click Edit.
- In the Shipping Methods box, click Add Shipping Method.
- Select Flat Rate shipping from the dropdown and click Add Shipping Method.
- Click Edit to set up your Flat Rate costs.
- Title (Default: Flate Rate)
- Cost (Set you own cost)

Flat rate shipping simplifies eCommerce shipping for both merchants and shoppers. The fixed pricing provides predictability and makes the buying experience smoother.
Table Rate Shipping
- In your Marketplace Dashboard, Go to Settings > Shipping.
- Select Domestic under Shipping Zone and click Edit.
- In the Shipping Methods box, click Add Shipping Method.
- Select Table Rate shipping from the dropdown and click Add Shipping Method.
- Click Edit to set up your Table Rate costs and rules.
- Method Title (Default: Table Rate)
- Tax Status (Required – Set this as Taxable)
- Customize your settings
- Save Settings

Table rate shipping provides a more customized and fairer approach to shipping costs compared to one-size-fits-all flat rate shipping. The added flexibility and control allows merchants to tailor shipping to their specific products, customers, and business model.
Local Delivery
- In your Marketplace Dashboard, Go to Settings > Shipping.
- Select Domestic under Shipping Zone and click Edit.
- In the Shipping Methods box, click Add Shipping Method.
- Select Local Delivery from the dropdown and click Add Shipping Method.
- Click Edit to set up your Local Delivery costs and rules.
- Method Title: (Default: Local Delivery)
- Tax Status (Required – Set this as Taxable)
- Customize your settings
- Save Settings

Local delivery caters to customer demand for speed and convenience. It helps merchants better compete and connect with their local customer base.
