Learn how to identify shipping carriers by their tracking number formats. Explore common formats used by DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS, China Post, and other carriers, along with tips for understanding tracking prefixes, international shipments, and common tracking issues.
Learn what “out for delivery” means, when your package is likely to arrive, why deliveries can be delayed, and what to do if your parcel doesn't arrive as expected. Understand tracking statuses and delivery procedures across major shipping carriers.
Learn how to track international shipments, understand customs delays, interpret tracking updates, and ensure a smoother delivery experience with practical shipping tips.
Questions people ask
Where do I find my tracking number?
In the shipping confirmation email from the shop, in your order page on the marketplace, or in the text message from the courier. It is usually a code of 8 to 30 letters and digits.
Do I need to choose the courier?
No. ShipTrack recognises the courier from the format of the number. If a number is shared by several couriers, we check the most likely ones.
My number says “not found”. What now?
Check for typos and extra spaces. If the shop has only just created the label, the courier may not have scanned the parcel yet: try again in a few hours. If it still fails after 48 hours, ask the seller to confirm the number and courier.
Why hasn’t the status changed for days?
Parcels are only updated when they are scanned. Long journeys, customs checks and weekends can leave several days between scans without anything being wrong.
Is ShipTrack free?
Yes. The website and the app are free and are supported by advertising.
How do I get notifications?
Install the ShipTrack app, add your parcel and allow notifications. We send one each time the courier records a new event.
Know the moment it moves
The ShipTrack app keeps all your parcels in one list and sends a notification at every change of status, in your language.