Shop data becomes shipping data
Delivery address, order items, sales channel, and package information are transferred into a shipping-ready data record. Your team does not need to re-enter existing information.
Shipping directly from ikas taxes
ikas shipping interface for scalable shop logistics
Connect your ikas shop to Paket International and combine order data, carrier selection, label creation and shipment status in a seamless shipping process.
Automatically retrieve orders ready for dispatch
Compare tariffs and services of multiple carriers
Labels and international documents
Fulfillment and tracking data transferred to ikas
Orders in the shipping process
#IK-8401 · Spare parts kit
DE → Netherlands · Economy
Label generated
#IK-8402 · Designer lamp
DE → Switzerland · Export data complete
Ready to ship
#IK-8403 · Accessory Package
DE → France · Express
Tracking transmitted
#IK-8404 · Electronic component
DE → USA · Documents created
Filled
Shop and shipping synchronized
Package status, carrier, and tracking information remain assigned to the correct order.
Using order data
Process addresses, positions and packages in a structured manner
Choose carrier intelligently
Centrally evaluate tariffs, contract durations and services
Generate shipping documents
Prepare labels, invoices, and export documents
Update shop status
Fulfillment and tracking information returned
From order to delivery
A shipping process that grows with your ikas shop.
The connection uses existing shop data instead of building parallel data silos. This creates a reliable process for national and cross-border orders.
Carrier decisions become transparent.
The selection can be based on destination region, package dimensions, costs, transit time, and desired service. This allows shipping rules to be applied consistently to many orders.
The order remains active after booking.
Fulfillment, package status, tracking number, and tracking link can be assigned to the corresponding order package. The shop and shipping department maintain the same information.
No more side processes
Why isolated shipping portals slow down growing shops
When orders are transferred manually from the shop, media breaks occur precisely where speed and data quality are particularly important.
The connection with our central shipping platform It creates a seamless transition between ikas, carrier processes, and international shipping. Individual workflows can also be configured via our Shipping API depict.
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Address details remain unchanged
Recipient details are taken from the order instead of being entered again in a second interface.
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Shipping rules replace case-by-case decisions
Carriers and services can be selected based on defined shipping criteria.
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Packages remain assigned to the order
Tracking and fulfillment data are linked to the respective order package.
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International shipping will be reproducible
Goods, value and customs data are incorporated into documents and shipping records in a structured manner.
Integration modules
What the ikas shipping connection achieves in day-to-day business
The range of functions will be tailored to your order structure, shipping countries, package types and existing systems.
Selectively retrieve orders
Orders relevant to shipping can be transferred to further processing based on suitable criteria.
Linking packages and positions
Article data and package information remain uniquely assigned within the order model.
Calculate shipping options
Available carriers, services, prices and transit times are determined based on the specific shipment data.
Centrally generate labels
The shipping label is generated from the existing order, address and package information.
Include export data
For shipments to third countries, the value of goods, origin, customs tariff number and invoice data can be processed.
Fulfillment report
Tracking number, tracking link, carrier and package status can be reassigned to the order in ikas.
Tailored to ikas
More than just a simple label export
The ikas Admin API maps orders, packages, and fulfillment as structured objects. This logic enables deeper, more deeply integrated shipping automation.
Private app instead of insecure login credentials
The connection is authorized via a private app created in ikas. Required permissions can be specifically limited using scopes.
Order packages as a technical anchor
Tracking data is not only stored generally with the order, but can also be assigned to the appropriate package or fulfillment.
Webhooks for event-based processes
Depending on the integration design, events can be sent to a defined endpoint. This eliminates the need to actively query for every change.
Technical process
This is how an ikas order gets shipped.
The process combines authorization, order acceptance, shipping decision and feedback without unnecessary system changes.
Set up a private app
The required API permissions are defined in the ikas dashboard, and access data for the secure connection is generated.
Retrieve order data
The integration reads the order, recipient, location and package information necessary for shipping.
Select shipping option
Paket International evaluates available carriers and services based on the specific shipment parameters.
generate documents
Labels and available invoice, shipping and export documents are created from the existing data.
Update Fulfillment
Tracking information and package status are assigned to the corresponding order package in ikas.
API architecture
GraphQL, OAuth and Webhooks as the basis of the ikas integration
The connection follows the technical model of ikas and is only equipped with the permissions that are actually needed for your shipping process.
ikas uses the OAuth client credentials flow for private apps. The client ID and client secret are exchanged for a time-limited bearer access token. The enabled ordering and fulfillment functions can then be used via the GraphQL Admin API.
Proper rights allocation:
For reading orders, in particular
read_orders Required. Write operations such as fulfillment or status updates require appropriate write permissions. The specific scope will be defined before implementation.
Suitable use cases
For which ikas shops is the shipping connection worthwhile?
Integration is particularly relevant where order volumes, international relationships, or multiple internal systems make manual processes confusing.
Direct-to-consumer brands
For brands that want to consistently manage customer experience and shipping status even after checkout.
Internationally active shops
For retailers who regularly process export-relevant orders to third countries in addition to EU shipments.
Multi-warehouse and ERP processes
For companies that want to combine ikas, merchandise management, warehousing and shipping into a single workflow.
Fulfillment and logistics partner
For service providers who handle and ship ikas orders in a structured manner on behalf of various brands.
Suitable extensions
Additional building blocks for your shipping architecture
Link the ikas connection with the solutions that are relevant to your specific shipping and export process.
Further shop, ERP and WMS integrations
Compare integrations →
Implement your own shipping workflows via API
Check API capabilities →
Centrally manage carrier, documents and tracking
View shipping platform →
Select shipping providers and services
Open carrier overview →
Check shipping requirements by destination country
View country overview →
Prepare export declaration and ABD digitally
Discover export solution →
FAQ
Questions regarding the technical ikas shipping connection
The final range of functions depends on your approved API scopes, the order logic used, and the desired shipping processes.
How does Paket International access my ikas shop?
The connection is established via a private app. It provides the client ID and client secret, from which a bearer access token is generated via the OAuth client credentials flow.
What ikas data is required for shipping?
Depending on the process, order details, delivery address, line items, sales channel, and package and fulfillment information are used. For shipments to third countries, product and customs data are also included.
Can only orders that are ready for shipment be accepted?
The query and filter logic is defined in the integration concept. This allows the process to be limited to the orders relevant to your shipping operations.
How are multiple packages within one order handled?
ikas displays order packages and associated fulfillment information in a structured manner. This allows tracking data to be assigned to the correct package instead of just to the order in general.
Can the integration change the order status in ikas?
Write updates are possible with the necessary API permissions. Which status changes are used will be determined according to your process.
What tracking information can be returned?
Depending on the configured workflow, tracking number, tracking link, carrier or cargo information and package status can be processed, among other things.
Are international shipping documents also generated?
Depending on the shipping case and destination country, Paket International can prepare commercial or pro forma invoices as well as other available shipping and export documents.
Can the ikas connection be combined with an ERP or WMS?
Yes. The shipping solution can be integrated into a system landscape consisting of ikas, merchandise management, warehouse and other applications via API or middleware.
What role do webhooks play?
Webhooks can send events to a defined endpoint. Whether they are used in a specific sending process depends on the required events and the integration design.
How is the cost of the setup determined?
Key factors include required scopes, order and package structure, carrier rules, shipping countries, customs requirements, and existing ERP or WMS connections.
Official technical documentation:
Authentication,
Orders API,
Webhooks
and
API scopesikas and its associated trademarks belong to their respective owners. Paket International is an independent provider and is not affiliated with ikas.
Plan your ikas shipment as a seamless process.
We review the private app, required scopes, order structure, carrier rules and international shipping requirements, and develop a suitable technical implementation based on this.