# BigCommerce: Rates at checkout
URL: https://support.starshipit.com/articles/360000965275-bigcommerce-rates-at-checkout
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Updated: 2026-05-07

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.starshipit.com/llms.txt).

> Set up live rates at checkout for BigCommerce so customers can see real-time courier pricing.

## About live rates at checkout

Starshipit uses the destination address and the total weight of the cart to return a quote for each of your couriers electronically. Your customer can select the preferred shipping method and the order will be imported into Starshipit with this shipping method.

## 1. Install the app in BigCommerce

1. Go to the [BigCommerce app store](https://www.bigcommerce.com/apps/starshipit/).
2. Click **Get** **this** **app** to install the Starshipit app in your BigCommerce store.
3. You will be asked to log in to your BigCommerce account if you aren't already logged in.

## 2. Generate your API key in Starshipit

1. In Starshipit, navigate to **Settings** > **API**.
2. If the API Key field is blank, click **Regenerate**, then click **Save**.
3. Copy the API key. You will need to enter this in BigCommerce.

![API_KEY.png](/uploads/articles/rates-at-checkout/platform-specific-guides/bigcommerce-rates-at-checkout/image_360002069835.png)

## 3. Add your API key in BigCommerce

1. Log in the BigCommerce portal.
2. Select **Settings**, under**Setup** select **Shipping**.
3. Select to **Edit** your shipping rules in your **Checkout Shipping Options**.
4. Under **Real-time** **shipping** **quotes**, find **Starshipit**, and click **Connect**.
5. Select the **Connection** tab.
6. Paste the API key, then click **Submit**.
7. Repeat steps 3-6 for other shipping rules.

Your courier rates will now display in your BigCommerce checkout.