Order Shipment Tracking for WooCommerce 1.3

Order Shipment Tracking for WooCommerce is an essential tool for e-commerce stores to provide transparency after a purchase. By default, WooCommerce only offers basic order statuses (Processing, Completed, etc.). A tracking plugin allows you to attach a Carrier Name, Tracking Number, and Tracking Link to an order.

In 2025, providing this information is no longer a luxury but a requirement for customer trust and reducing "Where is my order?" (WISMO) support tickets.

🚀 Key Features to Look For

Auto-Link Generation: The plugin should automatically turn a tracking number into a clickable link based on the carrier (e.g., FedEx, UPS, DHL).

Email Integration: Automatically includes tracking details in the "Order Completed" or "Shipped" email sent to the customer.

Bulk Import (CSV): Essential for high-volume stores; allows you to upload a spreadsheet of tracking numbers to update hundreds of orders at once.

"Shipped" Order Status: Many plugins add a custom "Shipped" status so you can distinguish between an order that is simply "finished" and one that is physically with the carrier.

My Account Integration: Adds a "Track" button directly in the customer’s dashboard so they don't have to hunt through their inbox.

🏆 Top Plugin Recommendations (2025)

1. Advanced Shipment Tracking (AST) – Most Popular

This is the gold standard for most users. The free version is extremely generous.

Carrier Support: 800+ global carriers.

Pro Feature: Partially Shipped status (perfect if you send items in multiple boxes).

Fulfillment Dashboard: A centralized place to see the status of all your shipments.

2. WooCommerce Shipment Tracking (Official)

The official extension by the WooCommerce team.

Pros: Guaranteed compatibility with WooCommerce core and official mobile apps.

Cons: It is a Premium-only plugin ($49/year) and has fewer "bells and whistles" than AST.

3. Shipment Tracker for WooCommerce (by Shipmozo)

A rising favorite for its clean interface and built-in WhatsApp/SMS notification support.

Best For: Stores that want to send tracking updates via mobile messaging rather than just email.

🛠️ How to Set It Up (Basic Workflow)

Install: Search for "Advanced Shipment Tracking" in Plugins > Add New.

Add Carriers: Go to the plugin settings and select the carriers you use (e.g., USPS, Royal Mail).

Update an Order:

Go to WooCommerce > Orders.

Open an order and look for the Shipment Tracking box on the right.

Enter the tracking number and select the carrier.

Complete Order: When you change the order status to "Completed" (or "Shipped"), the customer automatically receives the tracking link via email.

📊 Comparison Table

Feature

AST (Free)

AST (Pro)

Official Woo Plugin

Price

Free

$129/year

$49/year

Carriers

300+

850+

50+ (Expandable)

CSV Import

Yes

Yes (Automated)

No (Manual/API only)

Tracking Page

Standard

Branded / Custom

Standard

API Support

Yes

Yes

Yes

Pro Tip: If you use a third-party shipping service like ShipStation, Pirate Ship, or Stamps.com, they often sync the tracking number back to WooCommerce automatically. Check if your shipping software has a "Sync Tracking" toggle before installing a separate plugin.

Would you like me to show you how to customize the "Track Your Order" email template, or do you need help setting up a bulk CSV import for your tracking numbers?