Jitsu Guide

Jitsu, formerly known as AxleHire, is a last-mile delivery service that helps numerous brands meet and exceed customer expectations.

This guide includes detailed information on utilizing Jitsu 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 for more information.

Please review the Getting Started Guide 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 Jitsu to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account.
2. Inform Jitsu about using EasyPost's API for label purchases.
3. Acquire rates and align any additional shipping needs.
4. Obtain Jitsu's account credentials:
   1. Client Secret
5. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access.

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.

Jitsu is a Live Rating integration, enabling real-time rate retrieval for shipments created via EasyPost. Rates are guaranteed valid for a minimum of 5 minutes.

• When creating a shipment, EasyPost requests Jitsu for shipment rates specific to the user's Jitsu account.
• The rates provided are directly from Jitsu and tailored to the user's specific account details.
• In cases of discrepancies or incorrect rates, users are advised to contact their Jitsu account representative.
• The representative can then update the rates in Jitsu's database to ensure user account accuracy.

Jitsu delivers seven days per week.

There are no predefined packages for Jitsu.

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

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

Manifesting is required for Jitsu.

• All shipments are manifested at once.
• A CSV file is generated and sent to the carrier.

Voiding Jitsu labels through EasyPost is supported.

EasyPost offers native JItsu labels in PDF and ZPL formats.

Jitsu's policy on hazardous materials is not explicitly detailed. Shippers are advised to contact Jitsu directly for specific guidelines and compliance requirements.

Jitsu pickup requests can be made via the EasyPost API. Review the Pickups documentation for details.

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 Jitsu service levels, predefined packages, supported features, and shipment options.

Use this information to quickly integrate with Jitsu 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 Jitsu through the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or contact our Support team.