What are FedEx Meters? (all you must know)

What are FedEx Meters? (all you must know)

If you’re an online merchant that does a lot of shipping, chances are you’re looking for a way to save on shipping costs and manage tracking requests.

If so, getting the FedEx meter number is one way to handle both tasks. In this article, you’ll learn what a gauge number is, where to find your gauge number, and how to fix any errors you may have, so keep reading!

What will be FedEx Meters in 2022?

FedEx meter numbers are unique identification numbers issued to online merchants in 2022. This number allows merchants to find shipping rates specifically negotiated with FedEx and other couriers. It also allows merchants to track packages and receive prompt responses on any tracking requests they may receive. It can be found by logging into FedEx Developer.

I’m sure you want to see step-by-step instructions on how to get your FedEx meter number, so be sure to read the entire article for more helpful facts!

What does the FedEx Meter Number do?

The FedEx meter number is a unique identification number issued to each online merchant.

This number allows merchants to find shipping rates negotiated exclusively with FedEx.

You can also use your FedEx meter number with other shipping companies such as UPS and DHL and enjoy the same reduced shipping rates you’ve negotiated with FedEx.

Additionally, it allows online merchants to track packages and respond quickly to all their tracking requests.

Where can I find my FedEx meter number?

Whether you’re a new merchant looking for a FedEx metered number for the first time, or an established seller who’s lost your number, follow these steps:

1. Log in to FedEx Developer with your FedEx User ID and Password. Before logging in, select “Web Services for Shipping” under the “I want to” drop-down menu.
2. Select Move to Production on the menu on the left side of the screen.
3. Click “Get Production Key” when the page loads. It should be in the middle of the page.
4. Several question fields will appear. Please answer the questions as follows:

• Are you planning to resell your software? Do not.
• Check the box next to each type of FedEx web service you plan to use in your integration solution: FedEx web shipping services (including rates, tracking, etc.)
• Please indicate whether you are developing FedEx integration solutions as an enterprise developer or a consultant: Enterprise developer.

1. After entering your answer, click Continue.
2. Accept the terms of use.
3. Fill in all required company information specified by the asterisk. (If you need to update your profile settings when you get your FedEx Meter Number, check the “Check this box if you want to update your profile…” box)
4. Click Continue to access your FedEx Authentication Key and FedEx Meter Number.
5. You should see the meter number under the authentication key.

If you use third-party shipping software from companies like Sellbrite or ShipStation, be sure to update your shipping carrier page with your FedEx account number and meter number.

How to fix FedEx Meter Number not registered error?

Having meters is great for saving money on shipping and tracking packages, so you’ll definitely notice when it doesn’t work.

In fact, you may receive the error message “Failed to register meter: The shipping address provided does not match our records” when obtaining rates or creating labels using FedEx services.

You typically see this error when using third-party shipping software. This happens because the “Shipping Address” location does not match the shipping address on your FedEx account.

There are two things you can do to try to fix this problem:

1. Go to Settings > Shipping > Carriers & Fulfillment and click the Settings link for your FedEx account. Update your FedEx account address to match your FedEx shipping address, then click OK.
2. Go to Settings > Shipping > Ship From Location and edit “Shipping From Location”. Update the “Ship From” address to match your FedEx shipping address and click “Save Changes”.

To double check that this intervention is working, go back to the Orders tab and try to get the rate for the same order that returns an error.

If you fix the problem, the error message should disappear and FedEx rates should appear.

To learn more, you can also read our posts on FedEx door tag, FedEx Collect and FedEx CrossBorder.

in conclusion

If you’re an online merchant, you absolutely need a FedEx meter number to save on shipping and track all packages leaving your warehouse.

Registering an account takes just a few simple steps. Also, if you have any problems with the program, troubleshooting is simple.