GLS PrestaShop module

GLS integration with PrestaShop – parcel and label shipping

How to integrate GLS shipping with PrestaShop?

The GLS module for PrestaShop allows you to handle shipments directly from the order level in the store's administration panel. The recipient's data is automatically taken from the order, and you can check and correct it before sending the shipment.

After preparing the shipment, you can send it and generate a shipping label without having to manually rewrite customer data into the carrier's system.

Transmission of GLS parcels directly from PrestaShop

A shipment form is available in each order. The module retrieves customer data and delivery address, and the administrator can verify or change them before creating a shipment.

Information about the sent package is then available directly when ordering in the PrestaShop administration panel.

• automatic retrieval of recipient data from the order,
• possibility to correct data before sending the shipment,
• sending parcels directly from the order level,
• parcel numbers visible when ordering,
• order number as a parcel reference,
• remarks for the courier,
• service of shipments from 1 to 8 packages in one shipment.

GLS tags from PrestaShop

After sending the shipment, you can generate and print the shipping label directly from the order level.

The module allows you to choose the label format for your printing method, including thermal printers and Zebra printers.

• labels in PDF format,
• support for thermal printers,
• support for Zebra printers,
• roll label support,
• fast processing of shipments from the order level.

GLS Shipment Tracking – TrackID

Tracking number and TrackID are saved when ordering in PrestaShop. Thanks to this, the administrator can quickly find the parcel number and check the information about the shipment.

The order number can also be used as a shipment reference, which makes it easier to identify the package during order handling.

GLS collection points and point map

The module supports the selection of collection points and the map of points available in the ordering process.

The customer can choose the appropriate collection point, and the selected location is remembered during the purchase session. Thanks to this, after returning to the basket, the customer does not have to re-select the previously indicated point.

Point map configuration

• choice of carrier for parcel points,
• displaying the map in a pop-up window (modal),
• possibility to determine the position of the map relative to the list of couriers,
• displaying the map in front of couriers or behind couriers,
• displaying the map after the selected delivery method,
• custom map hooking in the template,
• rememoring the choice of the point for the entire duration of the shopping session.

Support for point maps is available from version 6.0 of the module. The module uses a new point map introduced as part of the integration from 01.10.2024.

Additional GLS services

The module also supports selected additional GLS services, so that the method of preparing the shipment can be adjusted to the type of order.

• Delivery to 10 – delivery service until 10:00.
• Delivery to 12 – delivery service until 12:00.
• Saturday delivery – possibility to choose Saturday delivery.
• ROD – document return service.
• EXW - an option that allows you to charge the customer for the shipment according to the service configuration.
• Personal collection – the possibility of handling orders with personal collection.

Cash on delivery service

The module can automatically set the appropriate order status for cash on delivery. This allows you to better match the order service process to the payment method chosen by the customer.

Delivery address and invoice address

When preparing the shipment, you can specify from which address the recipient's data should be downloaded - from the delivery address or from the invoice address.

Thanks to this, the administrator has control over the data transmitted to the GLS granting form.

Submitment form available with every order

The most important information about the shipment is available directly in the PrestaShop order. The administrator does not have to go between different systems to prepare the data needed to send the package.

The form allows you to prepare the shipment, check the recipient's data, determine the number of packages and select additional GLS services.

For which PrestaShop stores is the GLS module designed?

GLS integration will work well in online stores that ship orders via GLS and want to reduce manual data rewriting between PrestaShop and the shipment service system.

The module is especially useful for stores that:

• carry out a large number of GLS shipments,
• they want to generate labels directly from PrestaShop orders,
• support multipackage shipments,
• use GLS collection points,
• need additional carrier services,
• they want to have shipment numbers and shipping information directly with the order.

Integration of collection points with the purchasing process

The point map can be placed in the selected place of the purchase process. There are various ways to display it, including a pop-up window and placing a map before or behind the list of delivery methods.

It is also possible to use your own hook in the store template if the standard map location does not match the page layout used.

Configuration of the GLS module

The most important integration settings are available in the module configuration tab. The administrator can adjust the way of preparing shipments, the source of the recipient's address, the format of labels and available GLS services to the needs of his store.

When using point maps, it is recommended to use files imported directly from the server, which allows you to maintain continuity and compatibility of the integration versions.

Compatibility with PrestaShop

The module is designed to integrate GLS shipments with PrestaShop stores. According to the specifications of the module, it supports different versions of PrestaShop and can work with different basket systems depending on the integration used.

Before installation, check the requirements of the specific module version and the theme and checkout system used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to send GLS parcels directly from PrestaShop?

Yes. The module provides the sending form directly when ordering in the PrestaShop administration panel.

Is it possible to print a GLS label from PrestaShop?

Yes. After sending the shipment, you can generate a shipping label and print it, among other things, as a PDF or on a supported thermal printer.

Does the GLS module support several packages in one order?

Yes. The module allows you to specify the number of packages in the shipment in the range from 1 to 8.

Does the module support GLS collection points?

Yes. The module supports the point map and the selection of the collection point when placing an order.

Is the selected collection point remembered?

Yes. The customer's choice can be remembered throughout the shopping session, so that when you return to the basket, the previously selected point can be displayed again.

Is the GLS shipment number visible with the order?

Yes. The numbers of the assigned parcels and TrackID information are available from the order level in the PrestaShop administration panel.

Does the module support cash on delivery?

Yes. The module has support for cash on delivery and the ability to automatically set the order status.

Is it possible to choose the address used when sending the parcel?

Yes. The controller can specify whether the address data is to be collected from the delivery address or from the invoice address.