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Nikolay Pasholok Product Owner, Calcurates

Table of contents

• Tracking USPS Shipments
• How to Track USPS Shipments
  • How to Track USPS Shipments on the USPS Website
  • Which USPS Services Offer Tracking
  • How to Get a Free Tracking Number with USPS
  • USPS Priority Mail Tracking
  • What USPS Tracking Numbers Look Like
  • USPS Tracking Statuses and Their Meanings
  • How You Can Track a Package Without the USPS Tracking Number
• How to Track Orders with Calcurates Shipping Software?

Tracking USPS Shipments

When shipping orders is a part of your business, the ability to track and manage deliveries is essential. Each mailpiece, except in several categories that we'll mention below, is now equipped with a USPS tracking number. In most cases, it's free, but USPS tracking does cost extra for some shipping options.USPS provides tracking information for all international shipments regardless of the destination country.For e-commerce businesses on Magento 2, WooCommerce, or Shopify check out our short USPS shipping guide for more info.

How to Track USPS Shipments

When inquiring about how USPS tracking works, it's essential to specify the shipping service since not every option has tracking. When the option you've chosen is eligible, you will receive a tracking number.Where can I find the USPS tracking number?

• the post office shipping receipt;
• the sales receipt, if you bought insurance at the post office;
• the e-mail confirmation, if the order was shipped from USPS.com;
• the shipping confirmation e-mail from the retailer;
• the bottom peel-off portion of a USPS tracking label.

Use one of the following US postal tracking options to track your USPS shipment:

• enter your tracking number in the search field on the official website, USPS.com;
• text your tracking number to 28777 (2USPS);
• use the official USPS mobile app for iOS or Android;
• call customer support by phone, dial 1-800-222-1811

While there is no such option as USPS tracking by address, you may use the Informed Delivery service as an alternative way to receive the tracking information. E-COMMERCE AUTOMATED USPS SHIPPING

How to Track USPS Shipments on the USPS Website

• Open USPS website
• Insert your tracking number into the search bar under the "Track your Package" headline
• The tracking number is 10 to 20 characters long
• Click on the little icon on the right in the search bar
• Track your delivery

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Which USPS Services Offer Tracking

Although you can get a USPS tracking number for most packages sent through the USPS domestically, you can't get a USPS tracking number for small envelopes, First Class Mail, and Marketing Mail. However, with the latter sort of shipment, you can add the tracking option for a small fee. So it is not a question of whether USPS tracking works internationally but a question of which service offers it.When shipping internationally, sometimes, you have to pay extra for tracking. MORE ABOUT E-COMMERCE USPS SHIPING Service;Time Frame;USPS Tracking Global Express Guaranteed;1–3 days;Included Priority Mail Express International;3–5 days;Included Priority Mail International;6–10 days;Included Priority Mail Express;Overnight;Included Priority Mail;1–3 days;Included First-Class Mail;1–3 days;Included (packages only) UPS Retail Ground;2–8 days;Included (packages only) Media Mail;2–8 days;Included (packages only) First-Class Mail & Package International;Varies;Available Airmail M-Bags;Varies;Available Button

How to Get a Free Tracking Number with USPS

Generally, there is no additional fee required for the majority of the postal services with USPS. Tracking should be included within the majority of the services except for the First Class Mails and there might be restrictions regarding some international deliveries.

USPS Priority Mail Tracking

All Priority Mail has its tracking number so it is very easy to track your shipment. The tracking number should be located on the shipping label. Insert this number into USPS "track your package" search bar without any special signs and click on the small icon next in the search bar. Your shipment should pop up at the search results. In case you have lost your tracking number simply ask for it at the nearest postal office. Calcurates Related Features USPS Shipping Solution Manage USPS shipping with Calcurates shipping software for WooCommerce, Shopify and Magento. Multi-carrier integration, advanced shipping features and more! Table Rates Configure the most flexible and conditional custom shipping option for your store. Carrier Shipping Options Set all shipping options and methods for your store: UPS, USPS, FedEx, DHL, Royal Mail, DPD, Purolator and more. Volumetric or Dimensional Weight Turn on our Dimensional Weight algorithm to increase accuracy of real-time rates from major carriers at the checkout. Estimated Delivery Dates Manage and display Estimated Delivery Dates for your shipping methods on the checkout. Shipping Rules and Restrictions Customize and fine-tune your shipping options and methods using Rules and Restrictions.

What USPS Tracking Numbers Look Like

Tracking numbers have a certain structure that allows for faster logging. USPS tracking number format implies 10 to 22 characters, where the first two to eight symbols are used to specify the shipping service, and the last two may show the country of origin for international shipments.What do USPS tracking numbers start with? It's worth noting that the company uses letters and digits for the first part of the number. Letters are used for Priority Mail and digits for the rest of the services. Service;Sample Number USPS Tracking;9400 1000 0000 0000 0000 00 Priority Mail;9205 5000 0000 0000 0000 00 Certified Mail;9407 3000 0000 0000 0000 00 Collect On Delivery Hold For Pickup;9303 3000 0000 0000 0000 00 Global Express Guaranteed;82 000 000 00 Priority Mail Express International;EC 000 000 000 US Priority Mail Express;9270 1000 0000 0000 0000 00 EA 000 000 000 US Priority Mail International;CP 000 000 000 US Registered Mail;9208 8000 0000 0000 0000 00 Signature Confirmation;9202 1000 0000 0000 0000 00 Button

USPS Tracking Statuses and Their Meanings

When you are retrieving USPS tracking details, you'll see them in the form of a status. There are different USPS tracking statuses, and each is used in a specific situation to avoid confusion. Here's the list of USPS tracking statuses USPS Tracking Status;Description Electronic Shipping Info Received;The postal service received the information regarding the order Acceptance;The item is accepted by the courier or the post office worker Processed Through Sort Facility;The item is being processed and soon will be in transit In Transit;This status is shown at any time the item is moving Arrival at Unit;The item arrived at the last point before the final delivery Out-for-Delivery;The item is being delivered. This status may also be displayed when the item is in the recipient’s PO box. Delivered;The item has been delivered successfully Forwarded;If the ZIP code was incorrect, or there were additional forwarding instructions, the item gets forwarded to another address Processing Complete;The item arrived in the post office Notice Left;The item is ready for a pickup in a post office and will be returned to sender after several days Refused;The item was refused by the recipient and will be returned to the sender Button

How You Can Track a Package Without the USPS Tracking Number

Without the tracking number, you won't be able to receive the order information; however, you may use USPS Informed Delivery. This service allows you to preview parcels before arrival via gray-scale photographs of the items and their labels. It also allows you to manage packages and track all the shipments without the need to enter individual tracking numbers.To take advantage of this service, you will need to create a personal account. The service is only available for eligible ZIP Codes.If your order was sent through Priority Mail Express, you can ask for the tracking information in the nearest postal office.

How to Track Orders with Calcurates Shipping Software?

Suitable for any Magento and Shopify E-commerce Managing tracking numbers for multiple orders can be a hassle. Calcurates is a shipping extension for Magento and Shopify that saves you the trouble of doing everything manually by providing an automated solution. Calcurates retrieves all your tracking numbers automatically and forwards them to your customers, improving their purchase experience.How to track your USPS package on Magento or Shopify using Calcurates:

1. Sign up for Calcurates
2. Install Calcurates extension to your Magento or Shopify
3. Connect USPS to your Calcurates account
4. Generate USPS shipping labels with Calcurates
5. Get USPS tracking numbers together with USPS shipping labels
6. You can send tracking numbers to your customers and they will be able to track their USPS orders with them

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