Top 3 Shipment Tracking Tools for Dropshipping in 2026

What is the #1 question customers ask? “Where is my order?” (We call this WISMO).

If you get 50 emails a day asking this, you will hate your life. You need a Tracking Tool.

A good tool does two things:

It answers the customer automatically. (So you can sleep).
It sells more products. (Yes, really).

Here are the Top 3 Tools you should use in 2026.

AfterShip (The Professional Choice)

AfterShip is the most famous tool. It is used by big stores.

Why it is good:

Branded Tracking Page: Instead of sending customers to a boring carrier website, you send them to your page. It has your Logo, your Colors, and your Instagram link.
Marketing: On the tracking page, you can show “You might also like…” products.
- Result: Customer comes to check shipping -> Sees a cool hat -> Buys the hat.

Pros & Cons:

✅ Pros: Very stable. Works with 800+ carriers (including YunExpress).
❌ Cons: The free plan is limited. It can get expensive if you have many orders.

17TRACK (The “China” Expert)

If you ship from China (Dropshipping), 17TRACK is essential.

Why it is good:

Translation: Sometimes, the carrier update is in Chinese (“到达处理中心”).
- 17TRACK automatically translates it to English (“Arrived at Processing Center”).
Accuracy: It connects best with Chinese logistics like YunExpress, CNE, and Yanwen.

The “Shopify App”: 17TRACK now has a Shopify App. It is cheaper than AfterShip and very easy to use.

ParcelPanel (The “Secret Weapon”)

This is the favorite tool for many smart Dropshippers.

Why it is good:

“Hide Origin” Feature: This is magic.
- Real tracking says: “Departed from Shenzhen, China.”
- ParcelPanel can change it to: “Departed from Shipping Facility.”
- Benefit: Customers don’t panic about “China Shipping.”
Built for Shopify: It lives inside your store. It is very fast.

Why You Need These Tools (The Benefits)

Don’t just send a tracking number. Use these tools to fix problems.

1. Reduce Anxiety (Trust)

Scenario A: Customer gets no updates for 5 days. -> They email you: “SCAM!”
Scenario B: App sends email: “Your package is on the plane.” -> Customer is happy.

2. Reduce Work (Automation) These apps connect to DailyFulfill.

We ship the order.
We upload the tracking number.
The App automatically emails your customer.
You do nothing.

Comparison: Which Tool Fits Your Budget?

You don’t need to spend a lot of money.

Here is a quick look at the pricing for our Top 3 tools.

Tool	Free Plan?	Best For…	Price Level
17TRACK	✅ Yes	Beginners / China Shipping	$ (Cheap)
ParcelPanel	✅ Yes	Hiding “China” Origin	$$ (Medium)
AfterShip	✅ Yes	Big Brands / Marketing	$$$ (Premium)

Advice: Start with the Free Plan. You only need to pay when you have more than 50-100 orders a month.

How to Choose the Right Tool (The 3 Rules)

Don’t get confused by “Features.” You only need to look for 3 things when choosing a tool for Dropshipping.

Rule 1: Does it “Hide” Chinese Characters?

This is the most important rule.

Bad Tool: Shows updates in Chinese. Customers panic.
Good Tool (ParcelPanel/17TRACK): Hide Chinese shipping info. Automatically translates to “Departed Processing Center”.
Best Tool: Allows you to Hide the word “China” completely.

Rule 2: Can you put your Logo on it?

Never send customers to the carrier’s website (like USPS.com). Send them to Your Tracking Page.

It must have your Logo.
It must have your Colors.
It must have a link to your Instagram.
Why: This makes you look like a real brand, not a scammer.

Rule 3: Does it Upsell? (Marketing)

When a customer checks tracking, they are happy (because the package is coming). This is the best time to sell more!

Look for this feature: “Product Recommendations.”
It shows related products on the tracking page. It turns a “Where is my order?” visit into a New Sale.

Summary: The Perfect Setup for 2026

So, what is the winning formula?

The Logistics: Use DailyFulfill to get fast shipping (6-10 days).
The Tool: Use ParcelPanel or 17TRACK to show updates clearly.
The Result: Customers see the tracking bar moving fast -> They trust you -> They buy again.

Don’t let bad tracking ruin your business. Set up your tracking tool today. And if you need faster shipping to make that tracking bar move, contact DailyFulfill now!