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- Track DHL Shipment
ActionDHLUpdated May 2026
How do I track a DHL shipment?
Short answer: Drop the "DHL → Track DHL Shipment" action anywhere in your workflow, map the inputs from upstream nodes, and publish.
Inputs
The fields this action accepts.
Every field can be mapped from an upstream trigger, AI step, table row, or hard-coded literal.
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Tracking Number trackingNumber | string | Required | Tracking Number. e.g. "1234567890" |
Sample request
{"trackingNumber": "1234567890"}
Returns
{"shipments": [{"id": "1234567890","events": [{"timestamp": "2026-04-10T08:00:00Z","description": "Shipment picked up"}],"origin": {"address": {"addressLocality": "Berlin"}},"status": {"status": "In transit","timestamp": "2026-04-11T10:00:00Z","statusCode": "transit"},"service": "DHL Express","destination": {"address": {"addressLocality": "New York"}}}]}
Use these fields in downstream nodes for routing, logging, or error handling.
Triggered by
Apps that pair well as the trigger for Track DHL Shipment.
Any of these apps can fire this action as part of a workflow.
FAQ
Questions about Track DHL Shipment.
What does the Track DHL Shipment action do in DHL?
Looks up a DHL tracking number; returns the current status, event history with locations and timestamps, and estimated delivery. The standard hook for "update customer when their package crosses customs" or "alert ops if shipment is delayed" workflows.
What inputs does Track DHL Shipment require?
Required: Tracking Number. Every input accepts a static value or a variable from any upstream node in your workflow.
Can I use dynamic inputs from earlier workflow nodes?
Yes. Any field on this action can pull values from upstream nodes, whether that's a form response, a trigger payload, an AI output, or a lookup result.
What happens if DHL returns an error?
The workflow pauses on the failed node, the error message is captured in the run log, and you can retry the run with one click. Auto-retry policies are configurable per workflow with exponential backoff up to 5 attempts.
Does Track DHL Shipment support batch operations?
Yes. Run Track DHL Shipment inside a Loop node to process arrays. Tiny Command handles DHL's rate limits automatically so you don't have to throttle manually.
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