Description
The Shipping Labels for DHL eCommerce APAC plugin, developed by Algoleap Technologies Pvt Ltd, automates your shipping workflow by connecting your WooCommerce store to DHL eCommerce APAC services — with full support for WooCommerce HPOS and now automatic tracking status updates via Webhooks.
Key Features
- Generate and print shipping labels directly from WooCommerce admin.
- Automatically track shipments and update order status via Webhooks.
- Offer DHL shipping options at checkout.
- Calculate accurate shipping rates based on destination, weight, and dimensions.
- Supports WooCommerce HPOS (High-Performance Order Storage).
- Easy-to-use interface for generating and printing shipping labels.
- Seamless integration with WooCommerce checkout process.
- Detailed documentation and support available.
New in Version 1.1.6
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Fixed: Expired Token Issue (Critical Fix)
- Removed dependency on manual “Test Connection” to generate access tokens.
- Implemented automatic token generation and refresh mechanism.
- Tokens are now regenerated automatically if expired (no user action required).
- Ensures bulk label creation, single label creation, update, and cancel actions work reliably at any time.
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Improved: Bulk Label Stability
- Bulk label creation now works even if the user has not recently authenticated.
- Prevents failures caused by missing or expired tokens.
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Improved: System Reliability
- Eliminates dependency on session-based or user-triggered token storage.
- Ensures consistent functionality across admin, bulk actions, and background processes.
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Code Enhancement
- Centralized token handling using a reusable helper function.
- Improved validation to prevent API calls with empty tokens.
Configuration
- Enter your DHL eCommerce APAC API credentials.
- Configure your default package dimensions and shipping preferences.
- Enable Webhook tracking updates (enabled automatically).
- Enable debug logging if needed.
Usage
Creating Shipping Labels
- Go to WooCommerce Orders.
- Open any order and find the “DHL eCommerce APAC” panel.
- Fill in shipping details and click Generate Label.
- Download and print the generated label.
Bulk Label Creation
- Go to WooCommerce Orders.
- Select multiple orders.
- Choose Create DHL eCommerce APAC Labels from the Bulk Actions dropdown.
Automatic Tracking Updates
- DHL’s ELR system automatically sends tracking updates to your webhook endpoint.
- The WooCommerce order table updates the Tracking Status automatically.
WooCommerce HPOS Compatibility
Fully compatible with WooCommerce High-Performance Order Storage.
Privacy & Logging
Webhook and API logs are stored securely in WooCommerce Status Logs (when enabled).
Disclaimer
This plugin is an independent DHL eCommerce APAC integration and is not officially endorsed by DHL.
Support
Contact the WordPress plugin support forum or plugins@wordpress.org.
Screenshots
Installation
- Upload the plugin to
/wp-content/plugins/shipping-labels-dhl-ecommerce-apac, or install via the WordPress plugin screen. - Activate it via Plugins > Installed Plugins.
- Go to WooCommerce Settings Shipping DHL eCommerce APAC to configure.
Note: Always back up your site before updating the plugin.
FAQ
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Does this plugin support automatic tracking updates?
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Yes — tracking updates are pushed directly by DHL to your webhook endpoint.
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Do I need to manually configure the webhook?
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No — it is registered automatically when the plugin is activated.
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Does this work with HPOS?
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Yes, the plugin is fully compatible.
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Contributors & Developers
“Shipping Labels for DHL eCommerce APAC” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.1.6
Fixed: Expired token issue by implementing automatic token generation and refresh.
Improved: Removed dependency on manual “Test Connection”.
Improved: Bulk label creation reliability without prior authentication.
Enhanced: Token validation to prevent empty token API requests.
Refactored: Centralized token handling logic across all label operations.
1.1.5
Added: Automatic webhook endpoint for real-time tracking updates from DHL.
Added: Dynamic webhook registration during plugin activation.
Improved: Automatic update of “Status” in WooCommerce Orders.
Enhanced: Logging for webhook requests and responses.
Tested: WooCommerce 9.1.0 & WordPress 6.6
Added: Company Name field now supports 60 characters.
Updated: Address Line 1 (60 chars) & Address Line 2 (120 chars) limits.
Improved: User login redirection to DHL Configuration page.
1.1.4
Fixed: Replaced all error_log() calls with him_dhl_bulk_order_log_msg().
Improved: Bulk label API requests and responses logging.
Fixed: Ensured API responses save metadata only after proper validation.
Improved: Return address fallback logic to prevent invalid API data.
1.1.3
Fixed: Shipper address handling during bulk label creation.
Improved: Unified bulk label logging system.
Fixed: Missing error details in bulk creation logs.
1.1.2
Improved: Stability and bug fixes.
Enhanced: Full compatibility with HPOS.
Added: Support for bulk label ZIP download.
Updated: Metadata handling for HPOS tables.
Improved: Session management during label creation.
1.1.1
Fix: Added messageSource parameter in API requests.
1.1.0
Fix: Weight calculation adjustments.
1.0.9
Fix: Company name is now optional.
1.0.8
Fix: Limited package description to 50 characters.
1.0.7
Fix: Copied shipping details from billing details when only billing exists.
Fix: Shipping details now populate correctly.
1.0.6
Fix: Conflict with Sequential Order Numbers plugin.
1.0.5
New: Cash on Delivery support improvements.
1.0.4
Fix: Corrected Address Line 1 mapping.
1.0.3
Fix: Populated Remark field with Package Description.
Fix: Updated tracking URL.
1.0.2
Fix: CSS improvements.
1.0.1
New: Shipper address change implementation.
New: Error logging for label creation.
Fix: CSS issues.
1.0.0
Initial release.
Note: Before updating the plugin, we strongly recommend backing up your site (files and database) to avoid data loss in case of compatibility issues.