=== Multi-Carrier Shipping Calculator for WooCommerce ===

Contributors: AuctionInc,45press
Tags: shipping,shipping rates,shipping calculator,shipping estimate,estimator,carriers,USPS,FEDEX,UPS,DHL,woocommerce,woocommerce shipping,wc shipping,advanced shipping, multiple origins
Requires at least: 3.0
Tested up to: 4.1
Stable tag: 1.4
License: License: GNU General Public License v3.0

Accurate multi-carrier real-time shipping rates from FedEx, USPS, UPS, and DHL. Multiple ship origins, many advanced features. Free two week trial. 


== Description ==

**Accurate Multi-Carrier Real-time Shipping Rates for the WooCommerce Cart**

Subscription to [AuctionInc](https://www.auctioninc.com/info/page/woocommerce_api_module) required.  

Our ShippingCalc Plug-In for WooCommerce instantly provides you access to our Shipping Rates API and allows you to integrate rates from multiple carriers (DHL, FedEx, USPS, UPS) into your store. There are many advanced features in our WooCommerce Shipping Plug-In; such as drop-shipping from multiple origins, USPS flat rate box calculations, insurance,flexiible handling, packaging material weight, and more. Our technology is especially unique in its capability to accurately generate rates for items/quantities that must be packed into multiple boxes. 

**Features Include:**

* Intelligent packaging for multiple items and quantities
* Domestic and international services supported from any origin 
* Carrier accounts not required
* Advanced capabilities for determining fit into USPS flat rate boxes
* Debug Mode 
* Separate configuration for packing materials weight
* Automatically determines dimensional weight pricing
* Supports both flat rate and carrier-calculated rates
* Configure handling per item, package, or order 
* Charge handling by flat fee or percentage
* Determine insurance cost based on value
* Supports items limited to particular services
* Discounts or free shipping based on the order price
* Supports shipping from multiple locations by item
* All accessorial carrier charges supported 
* Offer pickup or delivery based on zip code range 

There are many available plug-ins to help merchants with shipping, but none with the capabilities we offer with our WooCommerce ShippingCalc Plug-In, powered by AuctionInc's patented shipping rate engine. "Take the guess out of shipping", so the shipping prices quoted to your customers are accurate based on your unique business needs.

This plugin requires the WooCommerce e-commerce plugin as well as a subscription to AuctionInc.


== Installation ==

Guide to Plug-In Module Installation

1. Upload the folder 'auctioninc-shippingcalc-for-woocommerce' to the '/wp-content/plugins/' directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Under Woocommerce -> Settings -> Shipping, find the AuctionInc section and fill out the required fields. You will need an AuctionInc WooCommerce Plug-In account.


 == Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need an AuctionInc account to use this module? =

Yes. To register, please go [here](https://www.auctioninc.com/info/page/woocommerce_api_module).
 
Please see our website [HelpDesk](http://auctioninc.helpserve.com) for more FAQs.

== Screenshots ==
1. Default plug-in configuration settings
2. Product-level plug-in configuration settings
3. Example of carrier configuration setting in your AuctionInc account

== Changelog ==

= version 1.4 [11-6-14] =
* minor fixes for some STRICT warnings from the latest php version

= version 1.3 [10-20-13] =
* bug fix:  unselect of on-demand and accessorial fees fixed.

= verson 1.2 [10-13-14] =
* bug fix:  issue with packaging data appearing in seller order detail.

= verson 1.1 [9-21-14] =
* bug fix: "headers already sent" error: removed closing php tag in ShipRateAPI.inc.
* bug fix:  corrected some typos.

= version 1.0  [8-05-14] =
* initial release


== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.3 = 
Upgrade needed if you use on-demand or accessorial fees.

= 1.1 = 
This version fixes potential conflicts with other extension modules.