Amazon Tracking: Easy Ways to Follow Your Packages

If you’ve ever stared at a vague "your order is on the way" message, you’re not alone. Tracking your Amazon parcel doesn’t have to feel like guesswork. In this guide we’ll show you where to find the tracking number, what each status means, and how to troubleshoot hiccups so you always know what’s happening with your delivery.

Finding Your Tracking Number

The first step is getting the tracking number. Open the Amazon app or website, go to Orders, and click the order you want to track. Right under the order summary you’ll see a button that says "Track package" – click it and the tracking ID appears. Sometimes Amazon hides the number because it uses its own Amazon Logistics system, but you’ll still see a link that takes you to a live map. If you ordered through a third‑party seller, the number might belong to UPS, FedEx, or another carrier, and you can copy it to their site for more detail.

Understanding Delivery Stages

Amazon uses a few standard phrases: Shipped, Out for delivery, and Delivered. "Shipped" means the package left the fulfillment center and is on its way to a local hub. "Out for delivery" tells you the driver has the parcel in their van and will drop it off that day. When you see "Delivered", the carrier has scanned the package at your address – even if it’s sitting on your porch. If you get a "Delivery attempted" notice, check the lockbox or neighbor’s door; carriers often leave a slip with a new delivery window.

When you’re waiting for a big item, the map view can be a lifesaver. Amazon Logistics shows a real‑time dot moving toward your zip code. Clicking the pin gives an estimated delivery window, usually a two‑hour range. If that window passes and the status still reads "Out for delivery", give the driver a few minutes – traffic or a busy route can cause small delays.

Sometimes a package gets stuck in "Transit" for a day or two. That usually means it’s waiting at a sorting facility. In those cases, you can call Amazon Customer Service or use the "Problem with order" button to request a status update. Most of the time the issue resolves itself, but a quick nudge can speed things up.

What if you need to change the delivery address after you’ve placed the order? Amazon lets you edit the address while the order is still in "Processing" or "Shipped". Once the package is out for delivery, you can select the "Amazon Locker" option and have the driver redirect it, or you can arrange a pickup at the local post office using the carrier’s tracking portal.

For frequent shoppers, signing up for Amazon’s free Amazon Day service or a paid Prime Delivery** plan gives you a consistent delivery window each week, reducing the need to chase every track update. Both options still show the same tracking info, but they bundle your orders into one‑day deliveries, which can be easier to manage.