Tracking numbers
What a tracking number is, where to find it, how to tell which carrier issued it, and why a valid number sometimes returns nothing at all.
Guides in tracking numbers
Tracking Number Formats by Carrier — Reference Table
A reference table of tracking number formats for the major carriers, with real examples, so you can match an unlabelled number to its operator fast.
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How to Track a Parcel Without a Tracking Number
No tracking number does not mean no options. Seven ways to locate a parcel using the order reference, the sender, or the carrier's own tools.
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What Is a Tracking Number and How Do You Read It?
A tracking number is the barcode your parcel is scanned by. Learn what the digits mean, where to find yours, and how to read it before you panic.
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Why Your Tracking Number Says "Not Found"
A tracking number that returns nothing is usually too new, mistyped, or an order number. Here is how to tell which, and what to do about each.
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How to Identify a Carrier From a Tracking Number
The shape of a tracking number tells you who is carrying your parcel. Read the prefix and length, match it to the carrier, and stop guessing.
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