Walmart Marketplace sellers can now use Simplified Shipping Settings to improve delivery accuracy and streamline their shipping setup. According to Walmart, sellers using this feature see an average 12% increase in sales.
What Simplified Shipping Settings Offers
This new shipping tool helps sellers:
- Set more accurate delivery promises to improve customer satisfaction.
- Increase visibility and conversions with faster shipping options.
- Reduce late deliveries by using real-time carrier transit data.
- Protect performance metrics from carrier delays when Walmart’s shipping best practices are followed.
- Simplify the setup by selecting preferred carriers and shipping speeds without templates.
Limited-Time Referral Fee Discount
Until May 31, 2025, sellers using Simplified Shipping Settings can save up to 30% on referral fees.
How to Get Started
- Go to the Simplified Shipping Settings dashboard in Seller Center.
- Add one or more carrier methods and assign them to specific regions.
- Choose whether to prioritize shipping speed or cost.
- Enter fulfillment center details and customize shipping settings if needed.
Additional Details
- The feature requires free shipping across at least 48 contiguous U.S. states.
- Most USPS, UPS, and FedEx services are supported.
- Sellers can track performance in real time via the Performance dashboard in Seller Center.
Here’s how you can use Simplified Shipping Settings to protect your On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance:
By ensuring that your ship-from location, carrier method, and estimated ship date (ESD) align with Walmart’s guidelines, you can avoid penalties for late deliveries caused by carrier delays. Walmart will not count delays against your OTD performance if you meet the following conditions:
- Ship orders on time – All orders must be shipped by the Estimated Ship Date (ESD).
- Use the correct carrier method – Orders should be shipped using the carrier method you set in Simplified Shipping Settings.
- Ship from the right location – Orders must be shipped from the designated fulfillment center to maintain accuracy.
You can monitor your OTD metrics and make adjustments through the Performance dashboard in Seller Center. Keeping these settings updated helps ensure smooth fulfillment while maintaining compliance with Walmart’s Seller Performance Standards.
For more details, visit the Simplified Shipping Settings Guide.