We found a temporary solution to resolve this issue: an app called discountyard. It allows you to setup free shipping based on the subtotal and not the total. Hopefully Shopify developers will eventually figure a solution and fix this bug since it is...

Unfortunately, Shopify calculates the shipping fee after a discount is applied (The shipping rate should be based on the subtotal and not the total (after the discount is applied)).For example: Let's say you offer your customers free shipping on all ...

Dirk, I don't think what you are proposing is a solution. The shipping rate should be based on the subtotal and not the total (after the discount is applied). It is honestly just common sense, and trying to find ways around it is just NOT a solution,...