How to Check Shipping Status Online
Track a package you ordered and see its current shipping status and estimated delivery date.
Steps
- 1
Find your order confirmation email
from the store. It contains your order number and a tracking link.
- 2
Click the tracking link
in the email. It takes you directly to the carrier's tracking page with your package details.
- 3
Enter the tracking number manually
if the link does not work. The tracking number is a long combination of letters and numbers.
- 4
Check the shipping status
on the tracking page. Common statuses include "Label Created," "In Transit," and "Out for Delivery."
- 5
Sign up for delivery alerts
on the carrier's website. You get text or email updates when the package status changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my tracking status not updating?Show
Tracking sometimes pauses between shipping centers. If it has been more than 48 hours, contact the store or carrier.
What does "Out for Delivery" mean?Show
It means your package is on the delivery truck and should arrive by the end of the day.
Can I change the delivery address after shipping?Show
Some carriers let you reroute a package using their website. You may need to create a free account to make changes.
What if my package says delivered but I did not get it?Show
Check with neighbors and look around your property. Contact the carrier to start a lost package investigation.
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