FedEx Integration Guide

Integrate your FedEx account with Helm to streamline your shipping operations, automate tracking, and ensure reliable fulfilment

Last updated 3 months ago

Step-by-Step Setup

Step 1: Access the Integration Page

  1. Log in to your Helm account

  2. Navigate to:
    Settings → Courier Integrations

  3. Click + Add New Courier in the bottom-right corner

  4. Search for Fedex in the list of available couriers

  5. Click Install

Step 2: Fill in the Required Credentials

Once installed, a setup form will appear. Complete the following fields:

Field

Description

Name

Enter a custom name for this integration (e.g. Fedex – UK Delivery)

Auth Company

Your company name in Helm

Testing

Toggle Yes if you wish to run in test mode (no live transmissions will be sent)

User Key:

Provided by Fedex

User Password

Provided by Fedex

Account Number

Provided by Fedex

Meter Number

Provided by Fedex

Letter Head Image ID

Integrated by you

Letter Head Base64

Integrated by you

Signature Image ID

Integrated by you

Signature Base64

Integrated by you

Client ID

Integrated by you

Client Secret

Integrated by you

🔐 You must request these credentials directly from Fedex if you have not already received them.

Step 3: Enable Testing Mode (Optional)

If you are setting up this courier for trial purposes or sandbox testing:

  • Set the Testing toggle to Yes

  • This prevents live data from being sent to Fedex

  • You may switch it to No once the setup is complete and verified

Step 4: Save and Finalise

  1. Review all fields to ensure accuracy

  2. Click Save Changes at the bottom of the form

  3. A confirmation message will appear once successfully integrated

Completion

Congratulations - Fedex is now fully integrated with Helm. You can begin dispatching orders through the system, and tracking will sync accordingly.

📌 You can return to Settings → Courier Integrations to update or review this configuration at any time.