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In this chapter we are looking at shipping and specifically the shipping methods that can be set up from a vanilla install of Magento with no need for accounts with third parties.

This does not cover the paid for service by Magento called 'Magento Shipping'. Please refer to Magento for instructions on how to implement this.

The three main methods for shipping are:

• Flat Rate - shipping is set at a fixed rate based on either number of items in the basket or a fixed rate for the entire order.
• Table Rates - shipping can be put in matrix (Spreadsheet format). Shipping can be calculated based on shipping location and one of either basket value, basket weight or number of items in the basket.
• Free Shipping - shipping can be made free to a customer who reach a specific basket value.