Shipment & Parcel Tracking API for Developers and eCommerce Platforms
One REST API for 500+ Couriers – Real-Time Tracking, Webhook Events, and Auto Carrier Detection
Build powerful tracking experiences using a developer-friendly shipment and parcel tracking API. Get fast, accurate tracking data, and scalable infrastructure designed for modern applications.
- One API endpoint connects to 500+ Indian and global courier partners
- Real-time shipment status: In Transit, Out for Delivery, Delivered, Exception, RTO
- Webhook push notifications for every shipment event – no polling required
- Auto carrier detection – no need to specify the courier manually
- Standardized JSON response format across all carriers
- Developer-friendly REST endpoints with clear documentation
- ₹2 per shipment – no monthly fee, no hidden API charges
Why Shipment Tracking APIs Often Fail Developers
Integrating directly with multiple courier APIs is one of the most time-consuming development tasks in logistics.
- Every courier has a different API format, authentication method, and response structure
- Frequent 'Tracking Not Found' errors with no clear reason
- Delayed or inaccurate updates when couriers change their API endpoints
- Maintaining 5, 10, or 50+ carrier integrations requires a dedicated engineering team
- Zero standardization – your application handles every courier differently
A Reliable Multi-Carrier Tracking API
ShipSagar provides a unified shipment and parcel tracking API that standardizes tracking data across all courier partners.
Instead of managing multiple integrations, use one API to track all shipments with consistent responses and accurate tracking status updates.
We handle carrier integrations, data normalization, and delivery notifications — so you can focus on building your product.
Everything Developers Need in One Tracking API
Multi-Carrier Tracking API
Track shipments across 500+ Indian and global couriers using a single REST API endpoint. No need to manage separate integrations for Delhivery, FedEx, DHL, DTDC, Blue Dart, UPS, USPS, or Royal Mail.
Standardized JSON Response
Receive consistent tracking data structure across all carriers – same field names, same status codes, same response format regardless of which courier handled the shipment.
Real-Time Shipment Status
Access live tracking status including In Transit, Out for Delivery, Delivered, Exception, RTO, and Pending – fetched directly from carrier systems, not cached data.
Webhooks for Shipment Events
Get instant HTTP push notifications for every shipment event: dispatch, transit update, delivery attempt, delivered, exception. No polling required – your system is notified automatically.
Carrier Auto-Detection
ShipSagar automatically identifies the correct courier partner based on the tracking number format – eliminating the need to specify the carrier in your API request.
Bulk Shipment Push API
Push hundreds or thousands of shipment records to ShipSagar in bulk using the PushShipment API endpoint – ideal for automated OMS or ERP integrations.
Built for Speed, Simplicity, and Scale
- Save development time by avoiding multiple courier integrations
- Reduce errors with normalized and reliable tracking data
- Scale tracking across thousands of shipments efficiently
- Focus on product development instead of logistics complexity
Who Should Use ShipSagar Tracking API
eCommerce platforms
Integrate tracking into your product
SaaS tools
Offer shipment tracking to your users
Logistics systems
Centralize tracking data
Marketplaces
Provide unified tracking across sellers
Built for Reliability and Performance
- High uptime infrastructure
- Fast API response times
- Secure and scalable architecture
- Continuous monitoring and updates
Looking for a Complete Tracking Platform?
Explore ShipSagar’s shipment tracking software to manage shipments, branded tracking pages, and delivery insights from one unified dashboard.
Shipment Tracking API FAQs
What is a shipment tracking API?
A shipment tracking API allows developers to integrate real-time tracking data into any application – eCommerce platform, ERP, OMS, or custom tool – using a single API endpoint instead of building and maintaining separate integrations for each courier partner.
Does ShipSagar provide a parcel tracking API?
Yes. ShipSagar provides a unified shipment and parcel tracking API that supports 500+ Indian and global courier partners – Delhivery, Blue Dart, DTDC, FedEx, DHL, UPS, USPS, Royal Mail, Trackon, Aramex and more – all from a single REST API endpoint.
How does carrier auto-detection work in the API?
ShipSagar automatically identifies the correct courier partner based on the AWB/tracking number format. Your application does not need to specify the carrier – ShipSagar detects it automatically and routes the tracking request to the correct carrier system.
Does the API provide real-time tracking updates?
Yes. The ShipSagar API fetches live tracking data directly from carrier systems and returns current shipment status in real time. Webhook integrations push event notifications to your system instantly – no polling required.
What authentication method does the ShipSagar API use?
ShipSagar uses token-based authentication. Your unique API Token is generated from your ShipSagar profile page after signup. Include it as a field in every JSON request body. The Token is tied to your client account and all requests are logged.
How much does the ShipSagar tracking API cost?
The ShipSagar API is priced at ₹2 per shipment tracked – same as the dashboard plan. There is no additional API access fee, no setup charge, and no monthly subscription. Start with 50 free tracking credits to test your integration before going live.
What is the API uptime and reliability?
ShipSagar maintains 99.9% platform uptime. The API infrastructure is built for production workloads – optimized for high-volume concurrent requests and continuous monitoring with rapid incident response.
Can I track multiple shipments in bulk using the API?
Yes. Use the PushShipment API endpoint to push multiple shipment records to ShipSagar in bulk – ideal for automated sync from your order management system or ERP. Each pushed shipment is tracked automatically and webhook events are triggered for each update.
Is there API documentation available?
Yes. API documentation with request/response examples is available inside your ShipSagar dashboard at app.shipsagar.com/apidocuments after creating a free account. Documentation includes PushShipment, TrackShipment, webhook setup, and request parameter descriptions.
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