# Quick Courier Guide Since 1976, Quick Courier has been a leading provider of delivery services in Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. From six regional centers throughout Pennsylvania, the Quick Courier team of transportation experts stands ready to meet various shipping needs across town or the country. This guide includes detailed information on utilizing Quick Courier 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. #### Quick Courier Shipper Account Registration 1. Contact Quick Courier to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account. 2. Inform Quick Courier about using EasyPost's API for label purchases. 3. Acquire rates and align any additional shipping needs. 4. Obtain Quick Courier production and test credentials: 1. Quick Username 2. Quick Password 5. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access. #### Quick Courier Account via API The API structure specified by EasyPost can also be used to add the Quick Courier 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": "QuickAccount", "description": "QuickAccount", "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 Quick Courier 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 Quick Courier for shipment rates specific to the user's Quick Courier account. - The rates provided are directly from Quick Courier and tailored to the user's specific account details. - In cases of discrepancies or incorrect rates, users are advised to contact their Quick Courier account representative. - The representative can then update the rates in the Quick Courier database to ensure user account accuracy. Billing is directly handled by Quick Courier after parcel delivery. EasyPost does not participate in the billing process for Quick Courier services. Contact a Quick Courier representative for details. --- ## Service Levels Quick Courier 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=quick`. --- ## Predefined Packages There are no predefined packages for Quick Courier. --- ## Generating Shipping Labels With EasyPost, generating shipping labels for Quick Courier 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. ### Supported Options #### Refunding and Voiding Labels Voiding Quick Courier 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 Quick Courier 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 Quick Courier policy on hazardous materials is not explicitly detailed. Shippers are advised to contact Quick Courier directly for specific guidelines and compliance requirements. --- ## Pickups Quick Courier accommodates pickups based on individual agreements with customers. While regular pickups can be arranged directly with Quick Courier 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)