Shipping tips & guides for smarter deliveries

Learn how to pack, ship and track your items like a pro. Short, practical guides based on real CrossBorderCart shipments.

New to cross-border shipping? Start with the Beginner guides below.

Why these tips matter
  • Avoid surprise charges by understanding volumetric weight
  • Reduce damage risk with better packing techniques
  • Speed up customs clearance with the right documentation
  • Get the most value from your CrossBorderCart account

Featured guides

Short, simple articles you and your users can follow before creating a shipment.

Basics4 min read
How to calculate your shipment weight correctly

Understand the difference between actual weight and volumetric weight so you never get surprised by shipping costs.

BeginnerComing soon
Packing5 min read
Best way to pack fragile items (electronics, glass, etc.)

Step-by-step guide to protect laptops, phones, perfumes and glass bottles during cross-border shipping.

IntermediateComing soon
Money saving3 min read
Save money with shipment consolidation

Learn when it’s cheaper to ship multiple packages together and when to send them separately.

ProComing soon
Compliance6 min read
What you can and cannot ship internationally

Common restricted items, documents you may need and how CrossBorderCart helps you stay compliant.

BeginnerComing soon
Tracking3 min read
Tracking your shipment like a pro

Understand each tracking status so you know exactly where your package is and what happens next.

BeginnerComing soon

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