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Connect AfterShip to ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Get real-time status updates from any carrier, instantly.

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Works with modern AI clients that support MCP, including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and more.

ChatGPTClaudeCursorPerplexityGeminiMicrosoft CopilotRaycastMeta AI

Your AI does the work. We keep it safe and sound.

No other AI tool gives you this. Your workflow runs in the client you already love, your account stays protected, and you decide what the agent can and cannot do. It is the whole reason to make the switch.

Each Connector lives inside our infrastructure, the same place where your workflow runs. The three things below are already part of it, working quietly in the background so you never have to think about them. Nothing to add, nothing to set up, nothing to worry about.

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V8 Isolate01

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed V8 runtime — no access to your files, your system, or other servers. A Connector never sees past its own request.

Kill Switch02

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

One action deactivates every Connector, revokes every token, and ends every session at once. AI Governance keeps the record.

FinOps per User03

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

Every user keeps their own connections and credentials, isolated from everyone else. Anything that would cross your spending limit is held for your approval, not billed.

Three controls, built into the layer your AI connects through.

Curated set · 9 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 03

01-03

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through AfterShip.

  1. 01

    Detect courier

    If a user gives you a tracking number but you don't know the carrier, use this capability. It analyzes the number and returns a ranked list of likely shipping companies.

  2. 02

    Get tracking

    Use this capability to pull the current, detailed status of a specific tracking number.

  3. 03

    List couriers

    Run this capability when you need a comprehensive list of all supported courier companies available for tracking.

Capability set02 / 03

04-06

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through AfterShip.

  1. 04

    Mark tracking completed

    When a package has been delivered but the carrier hasn't updated the final status, use this capability to mark the tracking record as completed.

  2. 05

    Retrack tracking

    If a tracking record has expired or seems stale, use this capability to restart monitoring and fetch the newest checkpoint updates.

  3. 06

    Create tracking

    Use this capability to set up a brand new package tracking record. You must provide the tracking number, and you can optionally add customer emails, order IDs, or custom details.

Capability set03 / 03

07-09

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 9 available through AfterShip.

  1. 07

    Delete tracking

    This capability removes a tracking entry entirely. Remember, this action cannot be undone.

  2. 08

    List trackings

    When you need to see multiple packages, use this capability. It supports filtering by date range, courier, status, or keyword.

  3. 09

    Update tracking

    Use this capability to modify an existing tracking record's details without changing the core tracking number or courier.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Handling Status Inquiries

A customer asks, 'Where is my order?' Your agent uses the MCP to pull the live status from the specific carrier.

02

Batch Reporting

The operations team needs to check the status of 20 orders shipped last week. The agent uses the MCP to list and check all of them.

03

Post-Delivery Confirmation

The package was delivered, but the carrier hasn't updated the status. Your agent uses the MCP to mark the tracking as completed.

04

Initial Setup

A new order comes in, and you need to start tracking it. The agent uses the MCP to create a new tracking record immediately.

Automate a task

Put AfterShip to work on one thing.

Step-by-step automations your AI runs through this Connector: the workflow, the prompts to start with, and the exact capabilities behind each move.

One connector, every AI

AfterShip works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

ClaudeClaudeChatGPTChatGPTGeminiGeminiPerplexityPerplexityGrokGrokMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft CopilotCursorCursorVS CodeVS CodeWindsurfWindsurfJetBrainsJetBrainsClineClineLangChainLangChainVercel AI SDKVercel AI SDKLovableLovableZ.aiZ.aiRaycastRaycastQwen CodeQwen CodeKimi CodeKimi CodeLe ChatLe Chat

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put AfterShip to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

Observed, not estimated

961ms average. Fast in production.

AfterShip is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1116ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
683ms
Slowest day
1116ms
14-day trend
Improving-7%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 9 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of AfterShip, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with AfterShip. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

AfterShip Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ne2XoZa3CEDGdHqsikRW1fmnRsV7XT5KS8V7wt9Y/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — AfterShip capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aftership-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Ne2XoZa3CEDGdHqsikRW1fmnRsV7XT5KS8V7wt9Y/mcp"
    }
  }
}
  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up AfterShip in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work AfterShip owners hand off.

If your business relies on timely shipment updates, this MCP is essential. It gives your AI agent the power to handle complex logistics queries without needing manual lookups across multiple carrier sites. It's built for high-volume e-commerce operations.

  • 01

    Customer Service Agent

    Handles customer inquiries about package location and delivery status using natural language.

  • 02

    Operations Manager

    Needs to list, update, or manage large batches of tracking records for internal reporting.

  • 03

    E-commerce Developer

    Integrates reliable, multi-carrier tracking functionality directly into customer-facing chat bots or internal capabilities.

FAQ

Questions AfterShip owners ask.

  • 01

    Does this MCP support all major carriers?

    Yes. It tracks packages from over 1,000 couriers worldwide, including major services like FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS.

  • 02

    What if I don't know the shipping company?

    No problem. You can use the detect_courier capability. Just provide the tracking number, and the MCP will analyze it to suggest the most likely carrier.

  • 03

    Can I set up notifications?

    Yes. The system allows you to set up email and SMS notifications for key delivery updates, keeping your customers informed automatically.

  • 04

    Is this capability just for reading data?

    No. You can also manage the records. You can create new trackings, update existing ones, or even mark them as completed when delivery is confirmed.

  • 05

    Is there a limit to how many trackings I can list?

    The list_trackings capability supports extensive filtering by courier, date range, and status, helping you manage large volumes of data efficiently.

  • 06

    How do I get an AfterShip API Key?

    Sign up at AfterShip, go to Settings > API Keys, and generate a new key. Free tier includes 100 shipments/month.

  • 07

    How many couriers are supported?

    AfterShip supports 1,000+ courier companies worldwide including FedEx, UPS, DHL, USPS, Royal Mail, Canada Post, Australia Post, and many regional carriers.

  • 08

    Can I automatically detect which courier handles my tracking number?

    Yes! Use the detect_courier capability with just the tracking number. It returns a ranked list of likely courier companies based on the tracking number format.

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