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AfterShip MCP for AI Agents. Track global package shipments from any carrier's data

AfterShip connects your AI agent to global package tracking data. Monitor shipments from over 1,000 couriers worldwide using natural language commands. You can create new trackings, get the latest status updates, auto-detect which courier is handling a number, and even set up email or SMS alerts for delivery milestones.

AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Claude Claude
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with ChatGPT ChatGPT
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Cursor Cursor
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Gemini Gemini
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Windsurf Windsurf
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with VS Code VS Code
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with JetBrains JetBrains
AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Vercel Vercel
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Give Claude and any AI agent real-world access

Create a new package tracking entry

Initiate monitoring for a shipment by providing the core tracking number and optional details like order IDs or customer emails.

Find out which carrier handles a number

Auto-detect the likely shipping company when you only know the tracking number, returning a ranked list of possibilities.

Retrieve specific shipment details

Pull the current and full history for any active or past package tracking entry.

List all monitored shipments

View a filtered list of every package you've tracked, narrowing down results by date range or delivery status.

Mark a shipment as delivered

Update the record when physical evidence shows the package has arrived, even if the carrier hasn't posted the final status online.

Restart monitoring for expired tracks

Refresh an old or stalled tracking entry to pull the most current checkpoints and updates from the carrier.

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AfterShip MCP for AI Agents

What AI agents can do with AfterShip: 9 Tools for Shipment Tracking & Logistics Management

Use these tools to create new tracking records, check statuses from thousands of couriers, list all shipments, and manage delivery milestones automatically.

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Create Tracking

Creates a new package tracking record, accepting the number and optional details like customer emails or order IDs.

Delete Tracking

Removes a specific tracking entry from your monitored list; this action cannot be...

Detect Courier

Uses a provided tracking number to return a ranked list of the most likely shipping...

Get Tracking

Retrieves all details and checkpoints for a single, known package tracking ID.

List Couriers

Returns a comprehensive list of all supported courier companies that can be used for...

List Trackings

Retrieves a filtered list of all monitored package trackings, allowing searches by date range or status.

Mark Tracking Completed

Updates the status of an existing tracking record to 'delivered' when manual confirmation is available.

Retrack Tracking

Restarts the monitoring process for a stalled tracking entry, fetching fresh...

Update Tracking

Makes minor updates to an existing tracking record without changing the core number...

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AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP is compatible with Claude

Claude AI

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize β†’ Connectors.

2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL:

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.

3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The AfterShip MCP for AI Agents integration is available immediately β€” no restart needed.

Choose How to Get Started

Build a custom MCP for your own tools, or connect a ready-made integration from our catalog.

Build Your Own

Turn any API into an MCP. Import a spec, define Agent Skills, or deploy with MCPFusion.

  • Import from OpenAPI, Swagger, or YAML specs
  • Create Agent Skills with progressive disclosure
  • Deploy to edge with MCPFusion framework
  • Built in DLP, auth, and compliance on each call
  • Real time usage dashboard and cost metering
  • Publish to catalog or keep private
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Start with AfterShip, then connect any of our 5,200+ other servers whenever your AI needs more. One click, no limits.

  • Use this MCP plus 5,200+ others, all in one place
  • Add new capabilities to your AI anytime you want
  • Connections are secured and governed automatically
  • Track usage and costs across all your servers
  • Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and more
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AfterShip MCP for AI Agents: Solving Multi-Carrier Tracking Pain Points

Right now, tracking an e-commerce shipment is a nightmare of tabs. You get the number, and then you have to copy it into FedEx's site, switch over to USPS's page, and check DHL’s portal. If anything looks weird or if the carrier changes mid-route, you waste minutes just cross-referencing status updates.

With this MCP, your agent handles that entire mess for you. You give it a number, and whether it's UPS, USPS, or one of the 1000+ others, the data appears consolidated in your chat window. It’s instant, comprehensive tracking history without opening a single browser tab.

AfterShip MCP for AI Agents: Managing Delivery Status Updates and History

The most tedious part of logistics is managing the final status. You know the package arrived, but the carrier’s API hasn't updated its website. You have to manually log into a portal and change the record from 'In Transit' to 'Delivered.'

Now, your agent handles that manual step. If you confirm delivery, you simply tell it, and the MCP executes `mark_tracking_completed`. It keeps your records clean and accurate, giving you reliable data without any extra clicks.

What AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP does for your AI

This MCP lets your agent manage complex logistics tasks without you ever leaving your chat window. Instead of visiting dozen different carrier websites to check on a package, you just ask your AI client, and it does the work. You can instantly monitor shipments from major carriers like FedEx or DHL, even if you only have a tracking number.

If the shipment status is unclear, the tool automatically detects which courier is responsible for that number so you don't have to guess.

It’s built to handle the full lifecycle of an order: starting by creating a new package record with all necessary details, and finishing by marking it as delivered when the carrier hasn't updated the status yet. If you're already using Vinkius for other integrations, adding AfterShip makes your agent capable of handling end-to-end supply chain visibility, simplifying operations immediately.

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Frequently asked questions about AfterShip MCP for AI Agents MCP

How does the AfterShip MCP help me track packages from multiple carriers? +

The AfterShip MCP consolidates tracking data from over 1,000 couriers into a single chat interface. You don't need to visit separate carrier websites; your agent pulls all status updates for you.

Can I use the AfterShip MCP if I only have a partial or unknown tracking number? +

Yes. If you just provide the number, the tool can automatically detect which courier handles it by analyzing the number's format. It returns a list of likely carriers and their confidence scores.

Is there an easy way to update my records when packages are delivered? +

The AfterShip MCP lets you mark shipments as delivered using mark_tracking_completed. This keeps your internal inventory records accurate, even if the carrier hasn't updated its site yet.

Does AfterShip help me see my shipment history? +

Yes. You can use the MCP to retrieve complete delivery histories, including specific checkpoint timestamps and locations throughout the entire journey of the package.

What if a tracking status seems stuck or expired? +

You don't have to wait for it to update. The AfterShip MCP has functions that restart monitoring on stalled entries, forcing a fresh pull of checkpoint data from the courier.