How to connect DSV to ShippyPro
In this article, you will learn how to connect DSV to ShippyPro and configure your global transport and logistics shipments.
Summary:
1. Before you start
To set up DSV, you need to have an active DSV account with API access. If you don't have API credentials yet, please contact your DSV point of contact to request access.
2. Carrier's configuration
Follow these steps to connect DSV to your ShippyPro account:
- Log in to your ShippyPro account
- Navigate to Connections > Carriers
- Scroll down and click on the DSV logo
- A connection modal will appear. Fill in the required fields:
- Username: Enter your OAuth2 client username
- Password: Enter your OAuth2 client password
- Booking Address ID: Enter your MDM ID for the booking party address
- Label Type: Select your preferred label format (PDF A6 or ZPL A6)
- Service Type: Select Road Transport
- Click Save to establish the connection
ShippyPro will automatically validate your credentials. If successful, DSV will appear as an active carrier in your account.
Optional Configuration:
- Test Mode: Enable this option if you want to use the sandbox environment for testing purposes
Congrats, now you're connected! It's time to start shipping with DSV.
3. Additional features
Destinations
National: Denmark (DSV headquarters)
International: Worldwide, depending on DSV service availability
Features
- Label Type: PDF (A6), ZPL
- Track & Trace: Available
- Paperless: Not Available
- PickUp/DropOff (PUDO): Not Available
- Cash On Delivery: Available
- Live Rates: Not Available
- Return Labels: Not Available
- Return Labels (in the box): Not Available
- Book/Schedule Pickup: Not Available
- Address Check: Not Available
- Proof Of Delivery (POD): Not Available
- Non-Delivery Options: Not Available
- Insurance: Available (EUR currency)
- Multiparcel: Available
- Delete Shipment (Void): Not Available
- Closeout: Not Available
- CN22: Not Available
- CN23: Not Available
- Credentials Validation: Available
Service Types
- Road Transport: Standard road transport service for domestic and international shipments
Multiparcel Shipments
DSV supports sending multiple packages in a single shipment. Each package will be tracked individually while being part of the same booking.
Cash on Delivery (COD)
DSV supports Cash on Delivery service. The COD amount will be automatically converted to EUR currency for processing.
Insurance
DSV offers insurance coverage for your shipments. Insurance amounts are processed in EUR currency with STD (standard) category coverage.
Label Formats
DSV supports the following label formats:
- PDF A6: Standard PDF label format in A6 portrait orientation (105x148mm)
- ZPL A6: Thermal label format 100x150mm at 203 DPI (typically for Zebra printers)
Make sure your label printer is compatible with your selected format.
Carrier Options
DSV offers additional options to customize your shipments:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Enable Email Pre-Advice | Enables email notification to the receiver before pickup |
| Enable Private Delivery Curbside | Enables curbside delivery option for private addresses |
These options can be configured per shipment or set as defaults in your carrier configuration.