# Blue Streak Guide Blue Streak is a southeastern regional carrier that provides a broad array of time-definite messenger and courier services, parcel services, cargo, and freight shipping solutions. They have spent over 35 years building a reputation for professionalism and reliability in the transportation industry. This guide includes detailed information on utilizing Blue Streak shipping with the EasyPost API, focusing on account setup, rates, label creation, manifests, tracking, and more. --- ## Prerequisites ### Account Registration Sign up for an EasyPost account to obtain a **Test** and **Production** API key. See Authentication and Key Management for more information. > Note: Negotiated rates are only available in Production mode. ### Carrier Setup Upon sign-up with EasyPost, users gain immediate access to Wallet 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. #### Blue Streak Shipper Account Registration 1. Contact Blue Streak to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account. 2. Inform Blue Streak about using EasyPost’s API for label purchases. 3. Obtain Blue Streak production and test credentials: 1. Blue Streak Username 2. Blue Streak Password 4. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access. #### Blue Streak Account via API The API structure specified by EasyPost can also be used to add the Blue Streak carrier shipper account. ```shell curl -X POST https://api.easypost.com/v2/carrier_accounts \ -u "$EASYPOST_API_KEY": \ -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \ -d '{ "carrier_account": { "type": "BluestreakAccount", "description": "BluestreakAccount", "credentials": { "password": "VALUE", "username": "VALUE" }, "test_credentials": { "password": "VALUE", "username": "VALUE" } } }' ``` ### Software Requirements Download an EasyPost Client Library or utilize the REST API with cURL. ### Documentation Review Examine the EasyPost Objects section to understand the API's structure, which is critical for constructing requests and interpreting responses. Related: - [Getting Started Guide](https://docs.easypost.com/guides/getting-started) - [Manage Carrier Accounts](https://app.easypost.com/account/settings?tab=carriers) --- ## Rates Billing is directly handled by Blue Streak using a bill-on-delivery system. EasyPost does not participate in the billing process for Blue Streak services. Contact a Blue Streak representative for details. ### Default Rate Display Services return a set rate of $0.01. The actual rate is set by Blue Streak. --- ## Service Levels Blue Streak offers the following services: Service levels are generated from live carrier metadata and are not included in this file. Retrieve them from the Carrier Metadata endpoint: https://docs.easypost.com/docs/carrier-metadata. Use `carrier=bluestreak`. Related: - [Blue Streak Service Levels](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/shipments/rates?carrier=bluestreak#service-levels) --- ## Predefined Packages There are no predefined packages for Blue Streak. --- ## Generating Shipping Labels With EasyPost, generating shipping labels for Blue Streak 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 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. ### Manifests Manifesting is **not** supported or required for Blue Streak integration. ### Supported Options #### Refunding and Voiding Labels Voiding Blue Streak labels through EasyPost is supported. > Note: The **shipment.tracking_code** is required as it identifies the order within the carrier's system. #### Label Formats EasyPost offers native Blue Streak labels in ZPL, PNG, and PDF formats. Related: - [Shipment Documentation](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/shipments) - [Reducing API Response Times](https://support.easypost.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825772-Reducing-API-Response-Times) --- ## Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) The Blue Streak policy on hazardous materials is not explicitly detailed in this guide. Shippers are advised to contact Blue Streak directly for specific hazmat inquiries. --- ## Pickups Blue Streak accommodates pickups based on individual agreements with customers. While regular pickups can be arranged directly with Blue Streak during the account registration process, they **cannot be scheduled via the EasyPost API**. --- ## Tracking 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. Related: - [Trackers Documentation](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/trackers) - [Trackers Guide](https://docs.easypost.com/guides/tracking-guide) --- ## Additional Resources ### Carrier Metadata 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. ### Support and Troubleshooting 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. Related: - [Carrier Metadata](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/carrier-metadata) - [Help Center](https://support.easypost.com/hc/en-us) --- ## Talk to a Shipping Expert For questions about getting started with the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or Contact Support. Related: - [Talk to a Shipping Expert](https://www.easypost.com/talk-to-easypost) - [Contact Support](https://support.easypost.com/hc/requests/new)