Follow the below steps to generate your FedEx Meter Number. This process typically takes about 5 minutes to complete.
- Go to https://fedex.com/us/developer
- Sign in using your FedEx account credentials.
- Using the left menu bar, click on FedEx Web Services and then click on Move to Production.
- Scroll down the page and click on Get Production Key.
- Enter the required information in the FedEx registration form (see tips about answers below).
- Once you have completed the final step, you will be presented with your Meter Number.
- Use this meter number in your FedEx Carrier connection on ShipHero. On the main navigation menu, click: Shipping > Carriers. Then under Add a New Carrier, select FedEx in the drop-down menu. Type in the Meter number under Meter Number on the pop-up window.
FedEx Registration Form Answer Tips
Some of the questions on the FedEx registration form are aimed specifically at developers. These are the typical answers required:
- Question: Do you intend to resell your software?
- Answer: No
- Question: Please check the box next to each type of FedEx web services you intend to use in your integration solution.
- Answer: FedEx Web Services for Shipping (includes Rate, Track, etc.)
- Question: Please indicate whether you are developing your FedEx integration solution as a Corporate Developer or as a Consultant.
- Answer: Corporate Developer