How to add your DHL Express contract

Before you start

To link your DHL Express contract, you will need API credentials from the DHL Developer Portal:

👉 https://developer.dhl.com/

You will need:

• Client ID

• Client Secret

• DHL Account Number

If you do not yet have API credentials, follow the steps below.

How to get DHL API credentials

1. Go to https://developer.dhl.com/

2. Log in or create a developer account.

3. Create a new app in the dashboard.

4. Subscribe to the MyDHL API (Express API).

5. Once approved, you will receive:

   • Client ID

   • Client Secret

Make sure your DHL shipping account number is linked to the API access.

If you are unsure how to enable API access, contact your DHL account manager.

Step 1: Log in to your Swotzy account

Log in at app.swotzy.com using your Swotzy credentials.

Step 2: Open “Link own contract”

1. In the left-hand menu, click Link own contract.

2. You will be taken to the Carrier Contracts section.

Step 3: Select DHL Express

1. Open the carrier dropdown menu.

2. Select DHL Express.

The DHL contract form will appear.

Step 4: Enter DHL contract details

Fill in the following fields:

• Contract Name – for example, My DHL Express Contract

• Country – optional (leave empty to apply to all countries)

• Client ID – from DHL Developer Portal

• Client Secret – from DHL Developer Portal

• Account Number – your DHL shipping account number

Step 5: Submit and confirm

Click Submit to link your contract.

If the credentials are correct, your DHL Express contract will appear under Your Carrier Contracts in the Swotzy platform.

Step 6: Create shipments using your DHL contract

1. Click Create Shipment.

2. Select a DHL Express shipping service.

Your DHL Express services will display your negotiated contract prices directly in the Swotzy platform.