The latest articles on DEV Community by Rojo (@rojolang). https://dev.to/rojolang https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F1442857%2F67f6e826-ea20-487c-8c30-83462e608bce.jpeg https://dev.to/rojolang en Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:00:25 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/machine-learning-for-shipping-cost-prediction-the-pr-variable-2f7k https://dev.to/rojolang/machine-learning-for-shipping-cost-prediction-the-pr-variable-2f7k <h1> Machine Learning for Shipping Cost Prediction: The PR Variable </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores machine learning for shipping cost prediction: the pr variable.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> javascript ux tutorial webdev Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:05:14 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/the-environmental-cost-of-shipping-workarounds-in-puerto-rico-50fi https://dev.to/rojolang/the-environmental-cost-of-shipping-workarounds-in-puerto-rico-50fi <h1> The Environmental Cost of Shipping Workarounds in Puerto Rico </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores the environmental cost of shipping workarounds in puerto rico.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> ux logistics discuss javascript Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:24:14 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/server-side-rendering-for-puerto-rico-when-your-cdn-has-opinions-53k5 https://dev.to/rojolang/server-side-rendering-for-puerto-rico-when-your-cdn-has-opinions-53k5 <h1> Server-Side Rendering for Puerto Rico: When Your CDN Has Opinions </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores server-side rendering for puerto rico: when your cdn has opinions.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> javascript ux webdev discuss Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:23:25 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/how-woocommerce-stores-silently-block-32-million-customers-4j9k https://dev.to/rojolang/how-woocommerce-stores-silently-block-32-million-customers-4j9k <h1> How WooCommerce Stores Silently Block 3.2 Million Customers </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores how woocommerce stores silently block 3.2 million customers.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> logistics webdev tutorial shipping Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:29:02 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/puerto-rico-zip-codes-the-most-misunderstood-addresses-in-america-3786 https://dev.to/rojolang/puerto-rico-zip-codes-the-most-misunderstood-addresses-in-america-3786 <h1> Puerto Rico Zip Codes: The Most Misunderstood Addresses in America </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores puerto rico zip codes: the most misunderstood addresses in america.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> webdev logistics tutorial shipping Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:23:11 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/the-psychology-of-does-not-ship-to-your-location-messages-2n0i https://dev.to/rojolang/the-psychology-of-does-not-ship-to-your-location-messages-2n0i <h1> The Psychology of 'Does Not Ship to Your Location' Messages </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores the psychology of 'does not ship to your location' messages.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> logistics webdev ecommerce shipping Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:23:56 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/comparing-package-forwarding-services-a-developers-benchmark-50m5 https://dev.to/rojolang/comparing-package-forwarding-services-a-developers-benchmark-50m5 <h1> Comparing Package Forwarding Services: A Developer's Benchmark </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores comparing package forwarding services: a developer's benchmark.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> javascript ux tutorial webdev Rojo Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:23:17 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/i-built-a-chrome-extension-that-shows-pr-shipping-before-checkout-1g2n https://dev.to/rojolang/i-built-a-chrome-extension-that-shows-pr-shipping-before-checkout-1g2n <h1> I Built a Chrome Extension That Shows PR Shipping Before Checkout </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores i built a chrome extension that shows pr shipping before checkout.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> logistics ux tutorial webdev Rojo Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:15:12 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/the-25-billion-question-will-the-jones-act-ever-be-repealed-km2 https://dev.to/rojolang/the-25-billion-question-will-the-jones-act-ever-be-repealed-km2 <h1> The $2.5 Billion Question: Will the Jones Act Ever Be Repealed? </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores the $2.5 billion question: will the jones act ever be repealed?.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> tutorial webdev javascript shipping Rojo Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:14:34 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/how-usps-became-puerto-ricos-lifeline-and-why-other-carriers-failed-1ikj https://dev.to/rojolang/how-usps-became-puerto-ricos-lifeline-and-why-other-carriers-failed-1ikj <h1> How USPS Became Puerto Rico's Lifeline (And Why Other Carriers Failed) </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores how usps became puerto rico's lifeline (and why other carriers failed).</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> shipping javascript tutorial ecommerce Rojo Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:15:14 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/from-blocked-to-delivered-the-technical-architecture-of-package-forwarding-18j5 https://dev.to/rojolang/from-blocked-to-delivered-the-technical-architecture-of-package-forwarding-18j5 <h1> From Blocked to Delivered: The Technical Architecture of Package Forwarding </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores from blocked to delivered: the technical architecture of package forwarding.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> shipping ux discuss tutorial Rojo Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:14:35 +0000 https://dev.to/rojolang/a-puerto-rico-developers-guide-to-testing-ecommerce-checkouts-1hdg https://dev.to/rojolang/a-puerto-rico-developers-guide-to-testing-ecommerce-checkouts-1hdg <h1> A Puerto Rico Developer's Guide to Testing eCommerce Checkouts </h1> <p>Puerto Rico is home to 3.2 million US citizens who face unique challenges when shopping online. This article explores a puerto rico developer's guide to testing ecommerce checkouts.</p> <h2> The Core Problem </h2> <p>Despite being a US territory, Puerto Rico gets treated as a second-class shipping destination by most carriers and retailers. UPS and FedEx add $4-12 in surcharges per package. Over <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/us-retailers-that-dont-ship-or-restrict-shipping-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">40 major retailers</a> either block or restrict PR shipping entirely.</p> <h2> The Impact </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>$1,000+/year</strong> in extra shipping costs per household</li> <li> <strong>30-40% of Amazon's catalog</strong> unavailable</li> <li> <strong>7-14 day delivery</strong> vs 2-3 days mainland</li> <li>Limited returns from PR addresses</li> </ul> <h2> Solutions </h2> <ol> <li> <strong>Use USPS</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/cheapest-way-to-ship-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">cheapest carrier for PR</a> with no surcharges</li> <li> <strong>Package forwarding</strong> — <a href="https://packagepr.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">PackagePR</a> provides mainland addresses and consolidates shipments</li> <li> <strong>Smart shopping</strong> — stick to PR-friendly retailers like Nordstrom and Zappos</li> </ol> <h2> The Bigger Picture </h2> <p>The <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/the-jones-act-explained-how-a-100-year-old-law-affects-every-package-sent-to-puerto-rico" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jones Act of 1920</a> creates an artificial shipping monopoly. Until it's reformed, services like PackagePR bridge the gap.</p> <p><em>More: <a href="https://packagepr.com/blog/what-makes-shipping-to-puerto-rico-so-complicated" rel="noopener noreferrer">Why shipping to PR is complicated</a></em></p> ecommerce shipping ux webdev