FedEx Integration with Helm

Easily connect FedEx to your Helm account and start dispatching efficiently. This step-by-step guide walks you through everything from credentials to configuration

Who Are FedEx?

FedEx is a leading global courier and logistics provider specialising in express shipping, freight, and supply chain solutions

With extensive worldwide coverage and advanced tracking technology, FedEx is a preferred choice for international and domestic deliveries across multiple industries

Step 1: Get Your FedEx Credentials

Before installing FedEx in Helm, ensure you have the following credentials

You will need:

  • User Key

  • User Password

  • Account Number

  • Meter Number

  • Letter Head Image Id

  • Letter Head Base64

  • Signature Image Id

  • Signature Base64

  • Client Id

  • Client Secret

🔎 These are provided when you register for FedEx Web Services or through your FedEx account representative

Contact FedEx support if you need help obtaining your API credentials

Step 2: Install FedEx in Helm

To begin:

  1. Open the Settings menu in the bottom-left corner of Helm

  2. Use the search bar to type “Couriers“

  3. Select the Couriers tab from the list

Step 3: Select and Configure FedEx

  1. Click Install Courier in the bottom-right corner

  2. Search for and select FedEx from the list

  3. Click Continue to proceed

  4. Complete the following fields:

Field

What to Enter

Courier Identifier

Internal name (e.g. “FedEx Express” or “FedEx Ground”)

Account Type

Choose Live for production or Test for sandbox environment

Collection Time

Enter your scheduled pickup time as agreed with FedEx

User Key

Provided by FedEx

User Password

Provided by FedEx

Account Number

Provided by FedEx

Meter Number

Provided by FedEx

Letter Head Image Id

Provided by FedEx

Letter Head Base64

Provided by FedEx

Signature Image Id

Provided by FedEx

Signature Base64

Provided by FedEx

Client Id

Provided by FedEx

Client Secret

Provided by FedEx

💡 Tip: The Notes section (if shown) is for internal comments - only visible to you

Once done, click Save to activate the integration

All Set!

FedEx is now integrated with Helm WMS

You can start dispatching shipments, printing labels, and managing collections directly from Helm

Need Help?

If you're unsure at any point or need extra support: