How to Track Delivery
One of the most useful tools when mailing a package or waiting to receive one is delivery tracking. Delivery tracking is available through many delivery services. It allows you to monitor the most recent activity of your shipment and provides pertinent information such as an estimated delivery date, the progression of the delivery and if there are any issues that may cause a delay. Your tracking number is the only thing you need to access your shipment information.
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Instructions
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Online
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Obtain the tracking number for your shipment. If you made a purchase online you will receive this number from the retailer once the order has been processed and shipped. This e-mail will also give information on the method of delivery. Otherwise, you can call the customer service department of the retailer, provide your order details and learn your tracking number and method of delivery.
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Log onto the website of the carrier used for the delivery. Click on the link for "Tracking Shipments."
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Enter your tracking number and submit it. Your search results should yield your shipment history and the expected delivery date.
By Phone
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Call the carrier's customer service department. The number can be found on its website under the "Contact Us" link.
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Listen the automated system telephone options. Follow the system prompts to choose the "track delivery" option.
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Enter your tracking number using your telephone keypad or by speaking the numbers into the phone. Listen to your shipment details. If you have any questions select the telephone option to speak with a customer service representative.
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Tips & Warnings
Sign up for your carrier's e-mail alert system so you can receive alerts on the progression of your shipment.
