Tracktainer
tracktainer.com
What it is
Tracktainer tracks containers and shipments from a container number, Bill of Lading, or booking reference, with automatic carrier detection and real-time results. It says its coverage spans 170+ shipping lines and 95% of global container volume. A web dashboard shows shipment milestones and vessel positions, with email and push alerts, analytics, and CSV export. The service advertises machine-learning ETA predictions and says it can flag delays 3–5 days ahead; free-time and detention alerts are listed as tools for demurrage prevention. Integrations include an API, webhooks, CSV upload, and ERP/TMS connections, with no integration fees stated. The REST API uses Bearer API keys and JSON:API responses, and a live shipment map can be embedded with custom colors and branding. Tracktainer lists three free tracking credits, with no card required. Volume-based monthly pricing is $1 a month with a 10-credit minimum; one credit covers a shipment, and same-shipment checks within 24 hours use no extra credits.
Spec sheet
- Product
- Tracktainer provides container and shipment tracking using a container number, Bill of Lading, or booking reference, with automatic carrier detection and real-time results.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- API
- The API documentation specifies a REST API at api.tracktainer.com/v1 using Bearer API keys and JSON:API responses.Read 30 Sep 2026 · docs.tracktainer.com
- Integrations
- The product lists API access, webhooks, CSV upload, and ERP/TMS integrations; it says there are no integration fees.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Security
- The GDPR page states that data is encrypted in transit with TLS 1.3 and at rest with AES-256, and that the company conducts penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Support
- The product lists 24/7 customer support; the Enterprise plan also advertises dedicated support and an SLA.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Headquarters
- United KingdomRead 28 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Founded
- 2026Read 28 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- AI ETA
- Tracktainer advertises machine-learning ETA predictions and says it can predict delays 3–5 days before they happen.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Audience and origin
- Tracktainer describes its intended users as freight forwarders, importers, exporters, and logistics teams, and says its predecessor e-Tracking launched in 2021 in the United Kingdom.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Demurrage
- The pricing page lists proactive free-time and detention alerts as a demurrage-prevention feature.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Embedded map
- A live shipment map can be embedded on a customer's website with an iframe, with customizable colors and branding.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Payment
- The pricing page says payments are processed via Stripe and lists Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and wire transfer as accepted payment methods.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Privacy and compliance
- Tracktainer says it complies with GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and offers a Data Processing Agreement on request.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Shipment visibility
- The dashboard includes shipment milestones, email and push alerts, analytics, CSV export, and a map with vessel positions.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Tracking coverage
- The site says it supports 170+ shipping lines and covers 95% of global container volume.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
- Usage limit
- Each credit covers one shipment tracking; rechecks of the same container within 24 hours do not consume additional credits.Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
Plans and prices
Free Free 3 free tracking credits forever · no credit card required Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
Volume-based annual $1 a year Annual; page advertises SAVE 25% 1 credit = 1 shipment tracking · same-shipment rechecks within 24 hours use no additional credits · annual credits valid for 12 months · price per credit decreases with volume Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
Volume-based monthly $1 a month Monthly; minimum 10 credits 1 credit = 1 shipment tracking · same-shipment rechecks within 24 hours use no additional credits · monthly credits expire at cycle end · price per credit decreases with volume Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
Enterprise Priced on request Custom volume pricing For more than 3,000 credits · dedicated support · SLA · tailored integrations Read 30 Sep 2026 · tracktainer.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Tracks by container number, Bill of Lading, or booking reference
- Lists 170+ shipping lines and 95% of global volume
- Offers email and push alerts, analytics, and CSV export
- Provides API, webhooks, CSV upload, and ERP/TMS integrations
- Map can be embedded with custom colors and branding
Limits
- Free plan includes three tracking credits
- Monthly credits expire at cycle end
- Enterprise pricing is custom and not listed
Who it suits
It is aimed at freight forwarders, importers, exporters, and logistics teams that need shipment visibility. The free plan offers three tracking credits; larger usage can use volume-based pricing or a custom Enterprise plan.
Verdict
Tracktainer combines shipment status, alerts, analytics, and integration options in a web service. Check the credit rules and plan terms against your expected tracking volume.
Where Specifiction places it
- Shipment Tracking Software#6 of 217.8
- Container Tracking Software#12 of 257.8
