Introduction
Overview
Welcome to the development guides! These resources are designed to help you get the most out of Loop’s APIs and webhooks, whether you’re looking for step-by-step instructions for specific endpoints (“Guides”) or want to implement more advanced, real-world workflows (“Use Cases”).
📖 What are
Guides are focused, step-by-step instructions for integrating directly with a specific API endpoint or webhook. They’re perfect for accomplishing a single, well-defined task—such as creating a return record in another system or subscribing to a webhook event.
💡 What are
Use Cases show how to combine multiple API endpoints or webhooks to achieve a more complex workflow or business goal. These are great starting points if you want to automate returns, build custom post-purchase experiences, or solve other advanced scenarios.
📖 What are Guides?
Guides are focused, step-by-step instructions for integrating directly with a specific API endpoint or webhook. They’re perfect for accomplishing a single, well-defined task—such as creating a return record in another system or subscribing to a webhook event.
Start with a guide if you’re new to a specific API or webhook. Explore use
cases when you’re ready to build more advanced workflows!
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Retrieving Return Data | How to fetch return data using the APIs & return webhook |
| Actioning on Returns | Steps to take actions (approve, reject, etc.) on returns |
| Third Party Labels | Integrate third-party label solutions |
| Grading & Disposition | Grade and manage disposition of returned items |
| Partner (Third Party App) Deep Link | Deep link to third-party partner apps |
💡 What are Use Cases?
Use Cases show how to combine multiple API endpoints or webhooks to achieve a more complex workflow or business goal. These are great starting points if you want to automate returns, build custom post-purchase experiences, or solve other advanced scenarios.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Create a Return Authorization | End-to-end flow for creating return authorizations |
| Process Returns in Loop | Automate return processing within the Loop platform |
| Deep Link to a Customer Order in the Return Portal | Enable deep linking to specific customer orders in the portal |
| On-Store Exchanges | Support for in-store exchanges during the return process |
| Generate Return Details Report | Generate comprehensive reports on return details |
🚀 Next Steps
Ready to dive in? Here are some suggestions for where to go next:🛠️ New to Loop’s APIs?
Start with a Guide above to get hands-on experience
with a specific endpoint or webhook. These are perfect for learning the basics
and building confidence.
🔗 Building something bigger?
Check out the Use Cases section for inspiration on
how to combine multiple endpoints into powerful, real-world workflows.
📚 Need more details?
Explore the API Reference for comprehensive documentation on
every endpoint, parameter, and response.
❓ Have questions or need help?
Visit our Help Center or reach out to
support@loopreturns.com for guidance, troubleshooting, and best practices.