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Thanks for all the replies folks. I really appreciate it. I was fortunate enough
to have a kind soul (1001bricks) who owns a shop from France offer to help and
the parts are already en route from the Netherlands to him as we speak.

This is why I love this place.

-Todd

In Shipping, kittybrickz writes:

In Shipping, BrickSix writes:

Hi guys,

I've been looking at some parts I desperately need and the only seller appears
to be in Denmark but won't ship to Canada. Therefore, I'm hoping someone
in the UK or EU can help me get these parts and forward them on to me in Canada.

If anyone can help, drop me a message. I've tried contacting the seller,
but to no avail.

Thank you.

-Todd

Just curious, was it the only store that had the items and quantity that you
require?

Author:

Ydhaa

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Mar 24, 2024 09:27

Subject:

Re: Looking for help getting parts from Europe

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In Shipping, Nubs_Select writes:

In Shipping, BrickSix writes:

maybe try "myUS", they have shipping forwarding address in both Europe
and America when you open a paid account ($10 USD a month)

Maybe I could help? I am in Romania so the shipping price from here to Canada
is at least 40-45 CAD. But I have the time so if you need, I can help you

Author:

kittybrickz

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 20:08

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Re: Looking for help getting parts from Europe

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In Shipping, BrickSix writes:

Just curious, was it the only store that had the items and quantity that you
require?

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 17:56

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Re: Looking for help getting parts from Europe

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In Shipping, BrickSix writes:

maybe try "myUS", they have shipping forwarding address in both Europe
and America when you open a paid account ($10 USD a month)

Author:

BrickSix

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 16:38

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Looking for help getting parts from Europe

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Author:

wildchicken13

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 11:54

Subject:

Re: "item does not fit in the package"

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In Shipping, Jukebox45 writes:

I have two buyers today getting the same error message - "item does not
fit in the package"

Then you need to use a bigger package.

I cannot see where I have set any limits, and have sold large sets before today.

Any suggestions / advice?

Thanks

In all seriousness, we need more information in order to answer this question.
For example, what item(s) is the buyer trying to buy? Does it have weight and
dimensions in the BrickLink catalog? Do the catalog dimensions match those in
your inventory? What shipping method did the buyer choose? Are there any
restrictions on the shipping method, such as weight, volume, or dimension limits?

Author:

bricksahead

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 11:07

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Re: "item does not fit in the package"

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Did your buyers select "Parcel Shipping"?

You've the following shipping method for buyers in Australia:

Parcel Shipping - Trackable -
Fast and Traceable, shipping fees from $10.90 Shipping charges may change due
to the Volume vs Weight of LEGO parts.

For Parcel Shipping you state that "Shipping charges may change due to the
Volume vs Weight of LEGO parts".

What weights/volumes have you set up for Parcel Shipping in your IC? What are
the volumes and weights of the orders the two buyers are trying to place?

In Shipping, Jukebox45 writes:

I have two buyers today getting the same error message - "item does not
fit in the package"

I cannot see where I have set any limits, and have sold large sets before today.

Any suggestions / advice?

Thanks

Author:

Jukebox45

Posted:

Mar 23, 2024 09:59

Subject:

"item does not fit in the package"

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Author:

SezaR

Posted:

Mar 22, 2024 21:50

Subject:

Re: Best packing material, best packing technic

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In Shipping, Nubs_Select writes:

In Shipping, SezaR writes:

And a way to get rid of damaged prts 😀

quite nice!!!

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 22, 2024 19:28

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Re: Best packing material, best packing technic

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In Shipping, SezaR writes:

And a way to get rid of damaged prts 😀

quite nice!!!

Author:

SezaR

Posted:

Mar 22, 2024 19:26

Subject:

Best packing material, best packing technic

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And a way to get rid of damaged prts 😀

Author:

Ziegelmeister

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 19:07

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Re: USPS Priority Flat Rate and Priority boxes

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In Shipping, RedTardis writes:

In Shipping, Ziegelmeister writes:

Is there any kind of work around using the Courier API where you can put in different
box dimensions? The Priority Flat Rate boxes are smaller and more expensive
than the standard Priority boxes - and also come in a wider variety like the
7x7x6 box.

However it appears you're locked in to the predetermined Flat Rate dimensions.
I'm assuming these need to just be manually priced?

I use ALOT of the 7x7x6 boxes for one to two pound orders. It does require manual
pricing like you said. And the pricing is much more affordable than flat rate.

They're quickly becoming my favorite. I managed to get 375 1x8's in
one last night with room to spare (just had to orient them all in the same direction
in multiple bags).

Author:

RedTardis

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 18:40

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Re: USPS Priority Flat Rate and Priority boxes

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In Shipping, Ziegelmeister writes:

I use ALOT of the 7x7x6 boxes for one to two pound orders. It does require manual
pricing like you said. And the pricing is much more affordable than flat rate.

Author:

Ziegelmeister

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 17:28

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USPS Priority Flat Rate and Priority boxes

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Author:

randyf

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 15:36

Subject:

Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, 1001bricks writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

My mistake. I forgot that the metric system is the main method of measurement
used by Canadians.

Beep - by the whole World except 2 Countries IIRC.

Three, but who's counting.

It is probably the only time that Liberia and Myanmar will be used in the same
sentence as the United States.

Author:

Hal8472

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 14:39

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

We are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our shipping services to Canada!

If you reside in Canada and choose to place an order with us, we kindly ask for
your patience as we navigate this new endeavor. Please understand that there
may be a slight delay in processing and shipping your order as we work hard to
ensure a smooth and efficient delivery process to your location. We greatly appreciate
your understanding and look forward to serving you with the same level of quality
and care that we provide to all our valued customers. Thank you very much for
your support as we begin shipping to Canada!

Please note that shipping is restricted to a maximum of four pounds per order.
Thank you!

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

My mistake. I forgot that the metric system is the main method of measurement
used by Canadians.

I was just being cheeky. We deal with lots of stuff in both systems of measurement.
Not really much of an issue. Glad you have a sense of humour (humor).

Author:

1001bricks

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 13:54

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

My mistake. I forgot that the metric system is the main method of measurement
used by Canadians.

Beep - by the whole World except 2 Countries IIRC.

Author:

1001bricks

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 13:54

Subject:

Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, peregrinator writes:

In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

1 pound is about 1/14 stone

Ah, a small boulder then? That helps, thanks!

Author:

1001bricks

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 13:47

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

Isn't it a British thing?

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 13:06

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, randyf writes:

[…]
Those things you gain when eating too many gummies.

You get paid for eating too many gummies?!

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 13:02

Subject:

Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, peregrinator writes:

In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

1 pound is about 1/14 stone

HTH

I thought a pound was 20 shillings 🤔

Author:

The_Boyz_Bricks

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 12:58

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

My mistake. I forgot that the metric system is the main method of measurement
used by Canadians.

Author:

randyf

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 12:57

Subject:

Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

Those things you gain when eating too many gummies.

Author:

peregrinator

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 12:55

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

1 pound is about 1/14 stone

HTH

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 12:40

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

Author:

Dhobeck

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 11:27

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Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, Hal8472 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

4 pounds = 1.81437 kilograms

Author:

Hal8472

Posted:

Mar 20, 2024 08:47

Subject:

Re: Shipping to Canada!

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Awesome thanks. What are pounds?

Author:

The_Boyz_Bricks

Posted:

Mar 19, 2024 22:12

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Shipping to Canada!

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Author:

Saitobricks.ca

Posted:

Mar 15, 2024 11:38

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, peregrinator writes:

In Shipping, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

They're fine for shipping within the USA but their customs brokerage fees
are crazy.

My problems have been, failure to deliver, saying a package has been delivered
but it arrives a week later, and very badly damaged packages.

Author:

Bond

Posted:

Mar 15, 2024 00:39

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Nubs_Select writes:

From the international receiving end I would say it’s my second favourite international
shipping company (only behind dhl) usps is the most likely to have the lowest
import costs tho the negative is usually you have to make a trip to the local
post office if it does have extra charges.

One of our most common (and justified) complaints. We on the 'front lines'
of customer service, as it were, have been asking the uppers to please implement
full shipping features - that is, every service you would get if you were shipping
a parcel in person - to the Send Mail and Packages page for...well, some time.
But yes, one of our highest priorities is to maintain low cost shipping compared
to our competitors; I believe we're still pretty good at it. Just once I
had to ship a massive order (the box of which exceeded USPS parameters) using
a different service; I believe it was FedUp. I maintained what Douglas Adams
called "wonderful restraint" when I heard the price but grudgingly paid.

And to be sure, you can use Clink N Ship to print a customs form, request a parcel
pickup at your home from your carrier, and the CNS prices are usually slightly
lower than they would be than if you trudged to the station. And just to end
this infomercial, if you're just swinging by the station (say, on your way
to or from work), you can drop any ready-to-ship parcel at a designated location
on the front counter or into a hamper placed in the lobby; you don't have
to wait in line for that.

- Bond

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 15, 2024 00:17

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Bond writes:

In Shipping, Caroline77 writes:

In Shipping, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

Not to mention how expensive they are... Don't get me started on FedEx either.

Taking into account the reality of how people feel about USPS and the sheer joy
of standing in a common-feeder line at the station (nearly every USPS station
or post office customer service center in the country has a Google Maps rating
averaging 1 star), where does USPS fall into that ranking? (disclosure: I'm
a USPS mail carrier).

- Bond

Author:

Bond

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 23:48

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Caroline77 writes:

In Shipping, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

Not to mention how expensive they are... Don't get me started on FedEx either.

Author:

peregrinator

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 22:32

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

They're fine for shipping within the USA but their customs brokerage fees
are crazy.

Author:

Caroline77

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:29

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Saitobricks.ca writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

Not to mention how expensive they are... Don't get me started on FedEx either.

Author:

wildchicken13

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:27

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

I want to start shipping to other countries. I've wanted to for quite awhile
but it feels like such a pain.

I'm currently using Pirate ship for shipping and tried filling out their
customs form but it seems like a lot of hassle to do it for every non-domestic
order.

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

Every international package requires a customs form. You'll get the hang
of it eventually; it's only a few extra steps compared to domestic orders.

Author:

Saitobricks.ca

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:24

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

Is there a fast efficient shipping service that makes it easy for shipping non-domestic
orders? Thanks!

What ever you do don't use UPS (A.K.A the united pirate service)

I've had several bad experiences with them.

Author:

Caroline77

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:20

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, Caroline77 writes:

In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

I want to start shipping to other countries. I've wanted to for quite awhile
but it feels like such a pain.

Pirate ship offers an export service that you have to request
to be enrolled in (it's free to enroll) and the minimum shipping cost
is still $11 for Canada and $15 or $16 for anywhere else.

I misspoke, simple export rate is $9.99 for Canada and 12.99 for the rest of
the world up to half a pound and goes up from there.

Author:

Caroline77

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:17

Subject:

Re: Non-domestic orders.

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In Shipping, The_Boyz_Bricks writes:

I want to start shipping to other countries. I've wanted to for quite awhile
but it feels like such a pain.

Honestly, the amount of non domestic orders you will probably get will be small.
Shipping from the United States outside of the United States (even to Canada)
is very expensive. Pirate ship offers an export service that you have to request
to be enrolled in (it's free to enroll) and the minimum shipping cost
is still $11 for Canada and $15 or $16 for anywhere else.

Is it worth opening up internationally? Honestly, probably not for anything
more than Canada unless you have a large stock of extremely rare and hard to
find pieces and sets. I would say I "maybe" get an international order
once every month or two.

Customs forms aren't difficult, especially using Pirate ship. Just declare
the item is a building toy, the value of the item and the Harmonization number,
which I use as 950300 and that's it.

Anything for VAT and other tax collections, you will receive a separate email
from Bricklink. Follow the instructions and list any VAT IDs that are required
on the customs form.

Author:

The_Boyz_Bricks

Posted:

Mar 14, 2024 21:05

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Non-domestic orders.

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I want to start shipping to other countries. I've wanted to for quite awhile
but it feels like such a pain.

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 13:14

Subject:

Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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That would make more sense but curious why they wouldn’t then just let the normal
shipping option be shown in addition the the special one and instead have the
buyer choose an insurance checkbox that most would miss

Author:

yorbrick

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 12:49

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Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, Nubs_Select writes:

Your carrier must not like good deals wow

insurance starts at 50 Cents CAD
for the first $100 over here (some carries a little more) but 4.75 Euros for
20 euros of product is wild

I imagine that fee is for tracking to prove it was delivered, as in 'insurance'
against the buyer saying it didn't arrive rather than real insurance for
damage or loss. Here, insurance is relatively cheap compared to the contents
value, so long as you have already factored in / paid for tracking.

Author:

Nubs_Select

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 12:33

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Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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Your carrier must not like good deals wow

insurance starts at 50 Cents CAD
for the first $100 over here (some carries a little more) but 4.75 Euros for
20 euros of product is wild

Author:

rankster

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 09:20

Subject:

Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

Yep. €7.60.

Thanks a lot for your help!

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 09:14

Subject:

Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, rankster writes:

In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

That being said, you’re a professional, so insurance is for you, not for the
buyer, as you have an obligation to deliver.

Sure thing, that's why I limit it to orders below €20. Could you check how
much it calculates if you add those capes worth of at least €20 please? Insurance
should be mandatory and the final cost should be €7,60 in this case.

Yep. €7.60.

Author:

rankster

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:59

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Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

That being said, you’re a professional, so insurance is for you, not for the
buyer, as you have an obligation to deliver.

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:50

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Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

[…]
See pic… and it stays this way during checkout, and I have the option to choose
insurance in the end.

That being said, you’re a professional, so insurance is for you, not for the
buyer, as you have an obligation to deliver.

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:49

Subject:

Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, rankster writes:

In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

I don’t know nothing about shipping and store settings but it seems to me that
if the third line says “above 20.00,” that means the second line means “(up
to) 20.00” and so the first line means “(up to) 0.01.”
And your second line has “by default” ticked, not “by request.”

That might be it. Could you please check if my setting is fixed now by adding
this item to your cart and check what it shows for below and above €20 with shipping
method "EU - Priority Letter for Capes / Stickers ONLY"?

https://store.bricklink.com/rankster?itemID=335672698#/shop

See pic… and it stays this way during checkout, and I have the option to choose
insurance in the end.

Author:

rankster

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:44

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Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, SylvainLS writes:

Author:

SylvainLS

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:37

Subject:

Re: How to set up insurance properly?

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In Shipping, rankster writes:

I've created a new shipping method for capes and stickers only and I would
like the insurance to be optional below €20 and mandatory above €20 item value
but the setting I made seems to be incorrect since it adds the €4,75 fee for
both criteria by default while it was set to "by request" for orders
below €20. How should it be set up properly?

Author:

rankster

Posted:

Mar 12, 2024 08:32

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How to set up insurance properly?

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