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How to manage tracking records with your AI

Connect AfterShip to your AI client to manage logistics data. You can add, change, or remove tracking entries using simple text commands.

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Short answer

How can I manage tracking records with my AI?

You can create new entries, update existing shipment info, or delete old records by talking to your AI. This allows you to organize your logistics without touching a dashboard. Here is how the tools work.

Logistics outcomes

Where your data lands

The AI handles the heavy lifting for these three tasks.

NEW

New shipments logged

The AI adds new tracking numbers to your account. Your shipment list stays updated as you work.

EDIT

Updated shipment info

The AI changes details on existing records. This keeps your tracking data accurate when things change.

REMOVE

Cleaned up records

The AI removes outdated or incorrect tracking entries. You get a cleaner list of active shipments.

MANUAL

Human review needed

You decide which records are actually old enough to delete. The AI waits for your specific instruction before removing anything.

The workflow

What your AI does when a request arrives.

Your AI translates your messages into direct actions in AfterShip.

  1. Add shipments

    When you provide a tracking number, the AI registers it immediately.

    create_tracking

  2. Modify records

    The AI finds the specific shipment you mentioned and changes its details.

    update_tracking

  3. Delete entries

    The AI removes the tracking records you no longer need.

    delete_tracking

  4. Sync updates

    The AI uses the update tool to ensure your existing records match your new instructions.

    update_tracking

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the AfterShip tools.

Starting points

Replace the tracking numbers and shipment details with your actual data.

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"
    }
  }
}
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  • Create a new tracking entry for 1Z999AA1234567890.

  • Update the details for my shipment 987654321.

  • Delete the tracking record for the package ending in 4321.

  • Add a new tracking number for my latest order: 555666777.

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Start here

Connect AfterShip once, then ask.

Link your account once and your credentials stay encrypted. You can then manage all your logistics through any MCP-compatible client.

Connect AfterShip to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI create new tracking numbers?

    Yes, if you provide the number, the AI can create the entry.

  • 02

    Can the AI delete my entire account?

    No. The AI only has the ability to delete specific tracking records.

  • 03

    Can the AI change my carrier settings?

    No. The tools are limited to creating, updating, and deleting tracking records.

  • 04

    Does the AI delete records without asking?

    No. The AI only deletes a record when you explicitly tell it to do so.

  • 05

    Can I use this with Cursor or Claude?

    Yes, any MCP-compatible client works once you connect the MCP.

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