What does free shipping mean? And when it pays
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The short answer
Free shipping means the buyer pays nothing for delivery and the store absorbs it. Most stores set it above an amount («free shipping over EGP 500») so buyers raise their order to reach it.
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How is Free shipping worked out?
threshold ≈ average order + a little above itExample: your average order is EGP 380 and shipping costs you 50. Make shipping free over 500 and lift the average to 520, and the extra margin outweighs the shipping you paid.
Why does Free shipping matter to a seller?
Because a surprise shipping cost is one of the top reasons for abandoned carts, and free shipping above an amount lifts the average order. But the wrong threshold — below your average order — means paying shipping on most orders for no gain.
Free shipping in ArabyBot
In ArabyBot Store shipping zones and rates: a rate per zone or per kilo, free shipping above an amount you set, and a delivery time shown on the product page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I set the free-shipping threshold?
Set it a little above your current average order, so buyers add a product to reach it.
Does free shipping mean I lose money?
Not if it sits above a threshold that lifts the order value; the loss comes when it applies to every order with no threshold.
Can I offer free shipping in one zone but not another?
Yes, prices are per zone, so you can make it free in your city and paid for far areas.
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