# Shipping Methods

Configuring shipping methods in HotWax Commerce involves setting up carriers, shipment methods, and gateways to ensure accurate rate shopping and label generation.

## Guides

* [**Carrier & Shipment Methods**](/documents/administration-company-administration-company-administration-company/fulfillment/shipping-methods/carrier-and-shipment-methods.md): Learn how to create carriers and link shipment methods in the Fulfillment app.
* [**Shipping Gateways**](/documents/administration-company-administration-company-administration-company/fulfillment/shipping-methods/shipping-gateway.md): Configure credentials for carrier APIs to generate shipping labels.
* [**Shipping Boxes**](/documents/administration-company-administration-company-administration-company/fulfillment/shipping-methods/shipping-box.md): Define standard package dimensions for accurate weight and rate calculations.


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