Why is my Amazon tracking number not working? (list of potential fixes + FAQ)
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Have you just received an email from Amazon notifying you that your order has shipped, but you found that your Amazon tracking number is invalid?
Well, if you want to know how to fix this, keep reading below!
Why won’t my Amazon tracking number work in 2022?
The most common fix for an Amazon tracking number not working is that you didn’t wait long enough for the system to update in 2022. For example, some courier systems are only updated once or twice a day, so you will need to check back at least 12 hours later to see if your shipment has progressed.
Do you want to know other fixes for Amazon tracking numbers not working? If so, read on for more useful information!
What should I do if my Amazon tracking number doesn’t work?
If you’re having trouble tracking your Amazon package, here are a few things you can try to get it working:
1. Try and wait at least 12 hours to check for updates
If your Amazon tracking number doesn’t work, you may have to wait at least 12 hours for the courier system to update with more details.
Also, most couriers only update the system once or twice a day, so if you don’t see any information, it may not have been entered into the system or scanned in.
Having said that, it would be better if you waited 24 hours after receiving notification that your item has shipped to ensure it is in the courier system.
2. Using the “Desktop Site” on Mobile Devices through the USPS Website
For some reason, if you try to track your package via USPS on a mobile device, most of the time it won’t appear correctly and will say that the number you entered is incorrect.
So if you’re trying to track your Amazon package with USPS, you’ll need to toggle the switch to enable the “Desktop Site”, then try entering the tracking number again and it will appear.
3. Your order is shipped via Amazon TBA
Amazon TBA is Fulfillment by Amazon, when your item is shipped via TBA, you will not be able to track the package like you can with other courier systems.
That being said, if you have the Amazon app, if you’re using Amazon TBA, you can see when your items are near your delivery area.
You can also just click on “Track a Package” and it will update your product if it has shipped, but you won’t be able to enter your TBA number online and find search results.
4. Try contacting the seller
A seller may have given you the wrong tracking information, such as a mistyped number or letter, especially if they manually emailed you the tracking information.
Therefore, your best bet is to contact the seller of the item for further assistance if the tracking number is invalid after 24 hours.
5. Try contacting Amazon
If after 24 or 48 hours you still cannot get the Amazon tracking number to work, you may want to contact Amazon as a potential solution.
For example, if an item is shipped and sold by Amazon, the item may not have been scanned if there is a backlog.
Why doesn’t my tracking number work with UPS?
If the courier has not picked up the package, or the barcode in the package has not been scanned into the system, the UPS tracking number will appear as invalid.
Also, system updates can take up to 24 hours or more, so it’s best to hold on and wait a while before you try to track your package.
How to turn on map tracking on Amazon?
You can turn on Amazon Maps tracking so you can see when your order is near your delivery area by simply going to your order from the app and selecting “Track a Package.”
Additionally, you can sign up for delivery alerts through the app so you’ll be notified that a map is now available for you to view so you can track your package.
However, sometimes drivers need to change their route, which can change details tracked by Amazon Maps, such as how many stops an order is from your home.
To learn more, you can also read our posts on the Amazon iPhone app not working, Amazon 2-step verification not working, and Amazon Wishlist not working.
in conclusion
If your Amazon tracking number doesn’t work, the best solution is to wait for it, as it may take up to 24 hours for your item to appear and be scanned by the courier. However, if it is more than 24 hours, you can try to contact Amazon or the seller for more information.
Also, if you contacted the seller and they manually gave you a tracking number, you can see if you made a typo during the process.
