How to Track a Priority Mail Package

Priority mail is a type of mailing service that sends packages quickly. The package is sent through the post office and provides the sender and receiver with a confirmation and tracking number. The tracking number can be used to see where your package is and when it will arrive.

Things You’ll Need:

• Tracking number


• Internet access


• USPS website


• Email address

1. Send or order a package using the priority mail sending service.


2. Visit the post office to purchase the postage for the package.


3. Purchase delivery confirmation so that you receive a notification when the package is sent and when it arrives at its destination.


4. Obtain a receipt at the post office that provides you with a tracking code. This code is required for you to track the location of your package.


5. Visit the United States post office website. You can enter the address that is located on the receipt or do a web search.


6. Click on the track package area located on the website. This is found along the right side when you open the main page.


7. Locate the box on the page where you can provide the tracking number.


8. Enter the tracking number in the box and hit enter to allow the website to locate your package.


9. Review the results to find out where your package is located.


10. Check regularly for updates on the location of the package. The date of delivery estimation can be found with the tracking results as well.


11. Sign up for email notifications, which provide you with tracking updates in your email inbox.