# Offline Mode

For shipping with UPS, there's an offline mode:

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When Offline Mode is Yes, ship rate calculation is faster. No need to call UPS for live rates.  
Please use this with care; because it might give you outdated UPS shipping rates.   
Only use this `Offline Mode` for development; and remember to turn it off after use.