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v2.1.0
minorHighlights
- •New cross-border shipping API for US-Mexico freight
- •Enhanced tracking with real-time location updates
- •Improved error handling and response codes
Changes
Cross-Border Shipping API
addedNew endpoints for managing US-Mexico shipments with customs documentation support.
Real-time GPS Tracking
addedEnhanced tracking API now includes real-time GPS coordinates for select carriers.
Error Response Format
improvedStandardized error responses across all endpoints with detailed error codes and suggestions.
Webhook Event Filtering
addedConfigure webhooks to receive only specific event types that matter to your application.
Rate Limiting Headers
improvedAdded comprehensive rate limiting headers to help manage API usage more effectively.
v2.0.0
majorHighlights
- •Complete API redesign with improved performance
- •New authentication system with API keys
- •Breaking changes - see migration guide
Changes
Authentication System Overhaul
breakingMigrated from basic auth to API key authentication. All existing integrations must update.
Response Format Changes
breakingStandardized all API responses to use consistent success/error format.
New Shipments API
addedComplete shipment lifecycle management with booking, tracking, and document generation.
Documents API
addedGenerate and manage shipping labels, BOLs, and customs documents in multiple formats.
Performance Optimization
improvedAPI responses are now 3x faster with improved caching and database optimization.
Comprehensive SDKs
addedOfficial SDKs available for Node.js, Python, PHP, and .NET with full TypeScript support.
v1.8.2
patchHighlights
- •Bug fixes for quote generation
- •Improved carrier integration stability
- •Documentation updates
Changes
Quote Timeout Issues
fixedFixed intermittent timeout errors when generating quotes for LTL shipments.
FedEx Integration
fixedResolved issue with FedEx rate calculations for oversized packages.
Error Messages
improvedMore descriptive error messages for common validation failures.
v1.8.1
patchHighlights
- •Security updates
- •Minor bug fixes
- •Performance improvements
Changes
Security Enhancements
securityUpdated dependencies and implemented additional security measures for API endpoints.
Address Validation
fixedFixed issue with international address validation for Canadian postal codes.
Response Times
improvedOptimized database queries resulting in 20% faster response times.
v1.8.0
minorHighlights
- •New tracking webhooks
- •Enhanced quote filtering
- •Additional carrier support
Changes
Tracking Webhooks
addedReal-time webhook notifications for shipment status updates and delivery confirmations.
Quote Filtering
addedFilter quotes by carrier, service type, delivery date, and price range.
New Carrier: Old Dominion
addedAdded support for Old Dominion Freight Line for LTL shipments.
Documentation
improvedComprehensive API documentation with interactive examples and code samples.
Migration Guides
Breaking changes require updates to your integration. We provide detailed migration guides to help you upgrade.
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API Status: Operational