EVRi Guide

EVRi is a leading logistics provider known for its cost-effective and flexible delivery solutions. Operating extensively within the UK, EVRi specializes in both domestic and international parcel delivery services.

This guide includes detailed information on utilizing EVRi shipping with the EasyPost API, focusing on account setup, rates, label creation, manifests, tracking, and more.

Sign up for an EasyPost account to obtain a Test and Production API key. See Authentication and Key Management for more information.

Upon sign-up with EasyPost, users gain immediate access to Default Carrier Accounts, which can be enabled directly from the Dashboard. For additional carriers, EasyPost supports a Bring Your Own Account (BYOA) option. This requires users to register directly with the respective carrier.

1. Contact EVRi to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account.
2. Inform EVRi about using EasyPost’s API for label purchases.
3. Acquire rates and align additional shipping needs.
4. Obtain production and test credentials:
   1. EVRi API Key
   2. EVRi Auth ID
   3. EVRi Auth Secret
   4. EVRi Client ID
   5. EVRi Client Name
   6. EVRi Password
   7. EVRi Username
5. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access.

The API structure specified by EasyPost can also be used to add the EVRi carrier shipper account.

curl -X POST https://api.easypost.com/v2/carrier_accounts \
  -u "$EASYPOST_API_KEY": \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  -d '{
  "type": "HermesAccount",
  "description": "HermesAccount",
  "carrier_account": {
    "credentials": {
      "api_key": "VALUE",
      "auth_id": "VALUE",
      "auth_secret": "VALUE",
      "client_id": "VALUE",
      "client_name": "VALUE",
      "password": "VALUE",
      "username": "VALUE"
    }
  }
}'

Download an EasyPost Client Library or utilize the REST API with cURL.

Examine the EasyPost Objects section to understand the API's structure, which is critical for constructing requests and interpreting responses.

For Domestic and International shipments, billing is directly handled by EVRi after parcel delivery. EasyPost does not participate in the billing process for EVRi services. Contact an EVRi representative for details.

When integrating an EVRi account with EasyPost, users should know how rates are managed and displayed. Here’s a breakdown of key points:

• EasyPost initially returns a $0.01 rate for shipments once the EVRi account is set up.
• EVRi will charge the appropriate amount for postage via their billing system.

• EVRi representatives provide rate cards detailing expected costs based on shipment parameters (package size, weight, location, etc.).
• Acquiring this custom rate card from EVRi is crucial, as EasyPost is not automatically privy to these rates.
• Once the rate card is received from EVRi, users should contact support@easypost.com for assistance installing this rate card into the account.

Services return a set rate of $0.01. EVRi sets the actual rate.

EVRi offers the following services:

There are no predefined packages for EVRi.

With EasyPost, generating shipping labels for EVRi is the same process as generating them for any other carrier.

Review the Getting Started Guide for help generating a shipping label.

1-call buys enable streamlined label purchasing through the EasyPost API by consolidating multiple operations into a single API request. This feature is designed to simplify and accelerate the shipping process by combining the creation of a shipment, retrieval of rates, and purchasing the shipping label into one efficient step.

See Reducing API Response Times for more information.

Manifesting is not supported or required for EVRi integration.

Voiding EVRi labels through EasyPost is not supported.

Returns are supported using shipment.is_return = True.

EasyPost offers native EVRi labels in ZPL, PNG, and PDF formats.

The EVRi policy on hazardous materials is not explicitly detailed in this guide. Shippers are advised to contact EVRi directly for specific hazmat inquiries.

EVRi accommodates pickups based on individual agreements with customers. While regular pickups can be arranged directly with EVRi during the account registration process, they cannot be scheduled via the EasyPost API.

EasyPost simplifies package tracking by offering two methods:

• Tracking with an existing number and carrier.
• Using a Tracker included with an EasyPost-purchased shipping label.

The service integrates webhooks for timely shipment updates. For detailed information on tracking methods, visit the Tracking Guide.

The Carrier Metadata endpoint can programmatically return information about service levels, predefined packages, supported features, and shipment options.

Use this information to quickly integrate and make educated decisions about the mix of carriers for shipping needs. Additionally, the Carrier Metadata endpoint is available to retrieve comprehensive information about all carriers on the EasyPost platform, enhancing decision-making for carrier services.

In addition to the guidance provided in our Carrier Guides, EasyPost offers support to assist with FAQs, troubleshooting issues, and inquiries related to the EasyPost platform.

Please visit the Help Center for more information.

For questions about getting started with the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or contact our Support team.