Chain.io

Chain.io is a cloud service that connects the software systems used by shippers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers, so data moves between them without retyping. It is based in Philadelphia.

What Chain.io offers

• More than 290 prebuilt freight connectors
• Supports API, EDI, SFTP, and CSV connections
• Monitoring of every data transfer

Who it is for

Freight forwarders, shippers, and logistics software companies. Chain.io says it serves 10 of the 15 largest freight forwarders.

Why it matters for carriers

Carriers that work with large shippers or forwarders often need to exchange data with them. Integration tools reduce manual entry and errors.

DriverFly lists Chain.io as a resource for trucking companies. Details come from the company’s website and public sources as of October 2026. Check with Chain.io for current features and pricing.