STEP 1
Connect DHL and ShipStation
Save credentials in WEXTL once. We store them encrypted and reuse the authorization across every workflow [3]. No coding or API skills required.
DHL and ShipStation Integration
Keep DHL and ShipStation in sync by integrating their events and actions. When commerce events happen in DHL, update the ShipStation automatically - without any line of code in visual workflow builder.
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Learn about DHL and ShipStation
Detailed info you need to know about DHL and ShipStation integrations in WEXTL. Explore which modules apps support and how you connect them.
DHL
DHL Express shipping and cross-division shipment tracking — rates, products, shipments, labels, pickups, customs documents, and delivery status. [5]
ShipStation
Shipping — orders, labels, shipments, and fulfillment. [6]
How to connect DHL to ShipStation
Set up your DHL and ShipStation integration in 3 simple steps [2] — no coding required. Up to 10 minutes setup.
STEP 2
Build a workflow
Paste selected DHL and ShipStation nodes onto the canvas [4], or describe what you want and WEXTL wires the flow together with AI Builder.
STEP 3
Map your data
Choose which fields need to sync between DHL and ShipStation. Use filters or leverage a JS custom code step in between — everything is on the canvas.
How does the integration between DHL and ShipStation work in WEXTL?
WEXTL exposes actions and triggers for DHL and ShipStation that help you connect apps and automate repetitive tasks [1]. A trigger is an event that happens, an action — a step that performs when the event has occurred.
DHL triggersShipStation actions
DHL modules
- Add Piece to ShipmentAdds one or more pieces to an existing DHL Express shipment.
- Allocate Breakbulk IdentifiersAllocates and returns a block of break bulk shipment identifiers.
- Cancel PickupCancels an existing DHL Express pickup booking.
- Create Early Shipment ScreeningCreates an early screening request for a break bulk shipment.
- Create PickupCreates a new DHL Express courier pickup booking.
- Create ShipmentCreates a new DHL Express shipment and returns its labels and documents.
- Get Express Shipment TrackingReturns the tracking history of a single DHL Express shipment.
- Get Landed Cost EstimateRetrieves an estimate of duties, taxes and charges for an international shipment.
- Get Multi-Piece Shipment RatesRetrieves a list of DHL Express rates for a multi-piece shipment.
- Get Proof of DeliveryReturns the electronic proof of delivery document for a shipment.
- Get Reference DataRetrieves a list of DHL Express reference values for a chosen dataset.
- Get Shipment Document ImageRetrieves a list of stored document images for a DHL Express shipment.
- Get Shipment RatesRetrieves a list of available DHL Express rates for a one-piece shipment.
- Get Shipment Tracking StatusRetrieves a list of tracking records for a shipment across all DHL services.
- List Available ProductsRetrieves a list of DHL Express products available for a shipping lane.
- List Service PointsRetrieves a list of DHL Express service points near a location.
- Make a MyDHL API CallPerforms an arbitrary authorized API call.
- Make a Tracking API CallPerforms an arbitrary authorized API call.
- Track Express Shipments by NumberRetrieves a list of tracking records for one or more DHL Express shipments.
- Update PickupUpdates the details of an existing DHL Express pickup booking.
- Upload Commercial Invoice DataUploads commercial invoice data ahead of creating a shipment.
- Upload Shipment Document ImageUploads paperless trade document images to an existing shipment.
- Upload Shipment Invoice DataUploads commercial invoice data to an existing DHL Express shipment.
- Validate AddressReturns whether DHL Express can collect from or deliver to an address.
- Watch Shipment Status ChangesTriggers when the status of a subscribed DHL shipment changes.
ShipStation modules
- Add to BatchAdd a shipment or rate to a batch.
- Book a Freight ShipmentBook one of the offers returned by Get freight quotes.
- Cancel a Freight ShipmentCancel a booked freight shipment with the carrier.
- Cancel a ShipmentMark a shipment cancelled, if it is no longer needed or being used by your organized.
- Connect a Carrier AccountPerforms the a Carrier Account operation.
- Create a BatchCreate a new batch.
- Create Account ImageCreate an account image.
- Create a FulfilmentCreate one or more fulfillments by marking shipments as shipped with tracking information.
- Create a ManifestCreate a new manifest.
- Create an EnvelopCreate a single envelope shipment.
- Create an Inventory LocationCreate a new inventory location.
- Create an Inventory WarehouseCreate a new inventory warehouse.
- Create a Purchase OrderCreate a new purchase order with products from a supplier.
- Create a SupplierCreate a new supplier with contact and address information.
- Create a WarehouseCreate a warehouse location.
- Create Mailing LabelsCreate one or more mailing labels on a sheet layout.
- Create NetStampsCreate one or more NetStamps.
- Create ProductsCreate a list of new products.
- Create ShipmentsCreate one or more shipments.
- Create TotesCreate multiple totes at once.
- Deactivate ProductsDeactivate a list of products.
- Delete a BatchDelete a batch by ID.
- Delete Account ImageDelete account image by ID.
- Delete an Inventory LocationRemove inventory location by ID.
- Delete an Inventory WarehouseRemove an inventory warehouse.
- Delete a PickupDelete a previously-scheduled pickup by ID.
- Delete a ToteDelete a tote by its ID.
- Delete a WarehouseDelete a warehouse by ID.
- Delete Carrier Document LabelDelete a carrier document registered against a label.
- Delete Carrier Document ShippmentDelete a carrier document registered against a shipment.
- Disconnect a CarrierPerforms the a Carrier operation.
- Download a Purchase OrderDownload a PDF document containing the purchase order summary.
- Download a Purchase Order RecievedDownload a PDF document containing the received products summary.
- Download Carrier Document LabelDownload the file for a previously registered carrier document.
- Download Carrier Document ShippmentDownload the file for a previously registered carrier document.
- Fund a CarrierAdd funds to a carrier account.
- Get a BatchGet a batch by ID.
- Get a CarrierRetrive details about a specific carrier by its carrier ID.
- Get a Carrier SettingsGets a Carrier Settings.
- Get Account ImageGet account image by ID.
- Get a Freight ShipmentRetrieve a single freight shipment, including its current status, carrier reference numbers, and the documents generated for it.
- Get a LabelRetrieve a specific label by its label ID.
- Get a ManifestGet manifest by ID.
- Get an Inventory LocationGet inventory location by ID.
- Get an Inventory WarehouseGet a specific inventory warehouse and related properties using its warehouse ID.
- Get a PickupGet Pickup By ID.
- Get a ProductGet product by a given Id.
- Get a Purchase OrderRetrieve detailed information about a specific purchase order including all products.
- Get a ShipmentGet an individual shipment based on its ID.
- Get a SupplierRetrieve detailed information about a specific supplier.
Explore alternative integrations
There are other apps [9] supported by WEXTL that can be paired with DHL and ShipStation integrations. Pick any from the list below if the current combination isn't the one you need.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about connecting DHL and ShipStation.
Connect your DHL and ShipStation accounts once, pick a trigger in one app and an action in the other, then map the fields so data flows automatically between them. [3]
Example: when DHL's "Watch Shipment Status Changes" fires, WEXTL can "Add to Batch" in ShipStation. DHL has 1 trigger (including Watch Shipment Status Changes); ShipStation has 92 actions (including Add to Batch, Book a Freight Shipment, and Cancel a Freight Shipment). Add filters and transforms between steps when you need them. [1]
Yes — the integration works in both directions. Use each app's triggers to start a workflow and the other app's actions to update it. [2]
No. DHL-to-ShipStation automations are built visually on the canvas. You can optionally add custom JavaScript with Functions when you need advanced logic. [4]
Yes. Trigger-based automations start the moment DHL (or ShipStation) fires a new event — webhook-backed apps run within seconds, and polling-only apps re-check on a schedule you control. [7]
A first automation typically takes 5–10 minutes: connect each app's credential once, drop a trigger + action onto the canvas, map the fields, and turn the workflow on.
You can build your DHL + ShipStation automation on a 3-day trial with every feature unlocked. Cancel anytime. For your protection, a small deposit is charged to your card when your trial starts. It counts toward your first payment and is non-refundable. [8]
References
List of sources used to gather information about the DHL and ShipStation integration.
- DHL and ShipStation integration source code, module specs and credentials implementation.
- Our DHL and ShipStation integration documentation, structured input and output parameters, scopes, and authentication methods.
- Official vendor API documentation for DHL and ShipStation — used to verify field meanings, authentication flows, and anything our own specs don't fully capture.
- WEXTL® visual workflow builder, anonymized data from our technical support team.
- DHL integration information
- ShipStation integration information
- WEXTL® Scheduling
- WEXTL® Pricing and Trial
- WEXTL® Apps Library