A Guide for New Independent Store Shipping Beginners to Avoid Pitfalls: Why Freight Forwarders Are Your “Best Partner”
As a novice to an independent website, when the first order rings out, the shipping process may leave you flustered – how to choose a logistics channel?
How to fill in the customs declaration documents? What should I do if overseas customers urge for logistics? In fact, the most friendly way to ship goods for beginners is to leave professional matters to professionals – find a freight forwarder.
Why are freight forwarders more suitable for beginners of independent websites? Analysis of the Three Core Advantages
The process is simplified to a “foolproof” style.
Shipping goods by oneself is like solving a math problem: one has to study the customs clearance rules of different countries, compare the prices of logistics channels, handle packaging and labeling… And the freight forwarder is like a “shipping translator”. You just need to provide the order information and they will help you:
- Select the most suitable logistics route (for example, use dedicated lines to Europe and America and small packages to Southeast Asia)
- Fill in the customs declaration forms on behalf of others to avoid being detained due to document errors
We track the logistics throughout the process. When customers urge them to place orders, we can directly contact them to handle the matter
- Controllable costs and no pitfalls
Novices often waste money on logistics: choosing an expensive option leads to losses, while choosing a cheap one results in poor delivery times. Freight forwarders are equivalent to “logistics group buying leaders” :
We integrate multiple logistics channels and offer you wholesale prices, which are 30% cheaper than placing orders on your own
Please inform us of all charges in advance. There are no hidden charges (such as fuel surcharges or remote area fees).
We will help you calculate the packaging size accurately to avoid the situation of “loading small goods in large boxes” and paying extra shipping fees - I have more experience in avoiding pitfalls than you do
The shipping pitfalls that freight forwarders have encountered are more than those sold by novices.
Know which countries have strict customs clearance (such as Brazil and Russia), and prepare the documents in advance
- Be capable of handling return issues (such as temporary storage in overseas warehouses, repackaging and re-shipping)
During the big promotion period, there are backup logistics plans available to avoid congestion and delays during the peak season
For beginners choosing a freight forwarder is just like looking for a “shipping manager”.
As a freight forwarding service provider specializing in independent websites, SmartDropping particularly understands the pain points of beginners: - Simple operation to “one-click synchronization” : Connect to platforms such as Shopify/WooCommerce, and orders are automatically imported without the need for manual address filling
- Considerate service to the level of a “nanny” : Dedicated customer service is at your service
A novice at an independent station is like learning to drive, the shipping process is like complex road conditions, and the freight forwarder is the experienced driver in the front passenger seat. Choose SmartDropping to skip the “pitfall trial period” and focus on product selection and marketing. Just leave the shipping to them. - Friends from all independent websites who need cross-border shipping, you can leave a message in the comment section or send me a private message! Looking forward to your reply. Contact information: WeChat: rongexpress, Whatsapp:19129561508