Shippings
APIO supports shipping cost calculation based on the destination commune (comuna) within Chile.
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout time, ensuring accurate pricing based on the delivery location selected by the user.
How Shipping Calculation Works​
When a customer proceeds to checkout:
- The destination commune is selected or provided
- APIO determines the applicable shipping rules for that commune
- The shipping cost is calculated and added to the order total
Shipping costs are evaluated dynamically and are not applied until the checkout process begins.
Commune-Based Pricing​
Shipping rules are defined at the commune level, allowing merchants to:
- Set different shipping prices per commune
- Reflect real delivery costs and logistical constraints
- Control coverage areas precisely
This approach ensures that shipping fees remain fair and operationally accurate.
Checkout Integration​
- Shipping costs are calculated in real time during checkout
- The final shipping amount is shown to the user before payment
- Shipping costs are included in the total amount charged
Best Practices​
- Define clear shipping rules per commune
- Keep shipping pricing updated as logistics change
- Always show shipping costs before payment confirmation
Commune-based shipping calculation allows APIO to provide accurate and transparent delivery pricing tailored to local logistics.