Shipping Labels for DHL eCommerce APAC

The Shipping Labels for DHL eCommerce APAC plugin, developed by Algoleap Technologies Pvt Ltd, automates your shipping workflow by connecting your WooCommerce store to DHL eCommerce APAC services — with full support for WooCommerce HPOS and now automatic tracking status updates via Webhooks.

Key Features

• Generate and print shipping labels directly from WooCommerce admin.
• Automatically track shipments and update order status via Webhooks.
• Offer DHL shipping options at checkout.
• Calculate accurate shipping rates based on destination, weight, and dimensions.
• Supports WooCommerce HPOS (High-Performance Order Storage).
• Easy-to-use interface for generating and printing shipping labels.
• Seamless integration with WooCommerce checkout process.
• Detailed documentation and support available.

New in Version 1.1.7

• Fixed: Shipment ID Mapping Issue (HPOS / WooCommerce Order Number Compatibility)

  • Updated Shipment ID field to use the WooCommerce displayed Order Number instead of the internal database order ID.
  • Ensures Shipment ID now matches the order number visible in WooCommerce admin.
  • Improves compatibility with HPOS and Sequential Order Number configurations.
  • Prevents mismatch between admin order display and generated shipment reference.

• Fixed: Expired Token Issue (Critical Fix)

  • Removed dependency on manual “Test Connection” to generate access tokens.
  • Implemented automatic token generation and refresh mechanism.
  • Tokens are now regenerated automatically if expired (no user action required).
  • Ensures bulk label creation, single label creation, update, and cancel actions work reliably at any time.

• Improved: Bulk Label Stability

  • Bulk label creation now works even if the user has not recently authenticated.
  • Prevents failures caused by missing or expired tokens.

• Improved: System Reliability

  • Eliminates dependency on session-based or user-triggered token storage.
  • Ensures consistent functionality across admin, bulk actions, and background processes.

• Code Enhancement

  • Centralized token handling using a reusable helper function.
  • Improved validation to prevent API calls with empty tokens.

Configuration

1. Enter your DHL eCommerce APAC API credentials.
2. Configure your default package dimensions and shipping preferences.
3. Enable Webhook tracking updates (enabled automatically).
4. Enable debug logging if needed.

Usage

Creating Shipping Labels

1. Go to WooCommerce → Orders.
2. Open any order and find the “DHL eCommerce APAC” panel.
3. Fill in shipping details and click Generate Label.
4. Download and print the generated label.

Bulk Label Creation

1. Go to WooCommerce → Orders.
2. Select multiple orders.
3. Choose Create DHL eCommerce APAC Labels from the Bulk Actions dropdown.

Automatic Tracking Updates

• DHL’s ELR system automatically sends tracking updates to your webhook endpoint.
• The WooCommerce order table updates the Tracking Status automatically.

WooCommerce HPOS Compatibility

Fully compatible with WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage.

Privacy & Logging

Webhook and API logs are stored securely in WooCommerce → Status → Logs (when enabled).

Disclaimer

This plugin is an independent DHL eCommerce APAC integration and is not officially endorsed by DHL.

Support

Contact the WordPress plugin support forum or [email protected].