# Shipping Terms

On this screen you will configure one or more freight terms for your sales and purchase orders. Shipping terms define who is responsible for freight costs and at what point ownership of goods transfers.

To create a Shipping Term:

1. Go to **Master Data** > **Logistics** > **Shipping Terms**.
2. Click **New**.
3. Enter the code and description for the shipping term.

{% hint style="info" %}
Typically set to Pickup or Delivery. You can add custom terms such as FOB, CIF, or EXW depending on your business needs.
{% endhint %}

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**Related:** [Carriers](/english-1/master-data/carriers.md) · [Purchase Orders](/english-1/purchasing-transactions/introduction-purchase-orders.md) · [Sales Orders](/english-1/sales-transactions/introduction-sales-orders.md)


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