Yes, Google Home Assistant can help you track your packages by syncing with your email and supported delivery services.

By linking your Google account to Google Assistant, it can fetch tracking details for packages directly from your Gmail or by using third-party integrations.

Here’s how to set it up and use it.

Step 1: Enable Gmail Integration

1. Sync Your Email:
   • Google Assistant can read delivery notifications from your Gmail account.
   • Make sure the account used in your Google Home app is the same one receiving shipping updates.
2. Turn on Personal Results:
   • Open the Google Home app.
   • Tap on your profile picture > Assistant Settings > Personalisation.
   • Enable Personal Results to allow Google Assistant to access your email for tracking updates.

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Step 2: Ask Google Assistant to Track Packages

1. Use voice commands like:
   • “Hey Google, where’s my package?”
   • “Hey Google, track my delivery.”
2. Google Assistant will check your Gmail for tracking emails and provide the latest information.

Step 3: Add Third-Party Package Tracking Apps

For more detailed tracking, you can integrate third-party package tracking apps:

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap + Add Device > Works with Google.
3. Search for apps like Shop, Parcel, or other package tracking services.
4. Link your account to access detailed package information.

Step 4: Use Notifications for Updates

1. Enable Notifications:
   • In the Google Home app, go to Settings > Notifications > Deliveries.
   • Enable package notifications for real-time updates.
2. Google Assistant will notify you when there’s an update, such as “Your package is out for delivery.”

Step 5: Check Packages on Smart Displays

If you have a Google Nest Hub, you can visually check package updates:

• Say, “Hey Google, show my packages.”
• The screen will display relevant tracking information.

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Quick FAQs

1. What Delivery Services Does Google Assistant Support?

Google Assistant works with any service that sends tracking emails to your Gmail, such as USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Amazon.

2. Can I Track Packages Without Gmail?

For detailed tracking without Gmail, use third-party apps linked to Google Assistant.

3. How Does Google Know About My Packages?

Google scans your Gmail inbox for shipping confirmation emails and extracts tracking details.

4. Can I Turn Off Package Tracking?

Yes, disable Personal Results in the Google Home app to stop Google Assistant from accessing email tracking details.

5. Does Google Send Delivery Notifications Automatically?

Yes, if notifications are enabled, you’ll get alerts for key updates like when your package is out for delivery.

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Conclusion

Tracking packages with Google Home Assistant is simple and convenient, especially if your shipping details are in Gmail. By enabling Personal Results and integrating with third-party tracking apps, you can stay updated on all your deliveries with just a voice command or notification.