Bulk Upload allows you to add multiple shipments to OpenTrack at the same time using a CSV file. This is useful for teams managing large shipment volumes or adding multiple shipments in a single upload.
Step 1: Open the Bulk Upload Page
Navigate to Start Tracking in the left navigation menu and select the Bulk Upload tab.
Step 2: Download the CSV Template
Click Download Bulk Import CSV Template to download the recommended file format.
Using the template ensures your spreadsheet contains the correct column structure.
Step 3: Format Your Spreadsheet
The Bulk Upload template includes the following default columns:
Master Bill
Container ID
Carrier SCAC
These fields help OpenTrack identify shipments and locate them across ocean carrier systems.
Tracking by Master Bill
The only field required to begin tracking a shipment is the Master Bill of Lading (MBL).
When you upload a Master Bill, OpenTrack will automatically discover and track all containers associated with that shipment.
Example
Master Bill |
MAEU123456789 |
YMLU987654321 |
Tracking Specific Containers
If you want to track specific containers only, include both:
Master Bill
Container ID
Example
Master Bill | Container ID |
MAEU123456789 | ABCD1234567 |
When Carrier SCAC Is Required
If your Master Bill does not include the carrier prefix, you must include the Carrier SCAC code so OpenTrack knows which carrier system to query.
Example
Master Bill | Carrier SCAC |
123456789 | MAEU |
Adding Custom Fields
If your organization uses additional shipment fields (such as internal references or customer identifiers), these fields can also be included in your upload file.
To enable and configure custom fields, see:
Once enabled, additional columns can be added to your spreadsheet using the configured field names.
Step 4: Upload Your File
Once your spreadsheet is formatted:
Click Choose File
Select your CSV file
Click the Upload icon
If any rows contain errors, OpenTrack will notify you and identify which rows need to be corrected.
Step 5: View Your Tracked Shipments
After the upload completes, your shipments will appear on the Tracked Containers tab.
OpenTrack will begin discovering containers and tracking shipment activity automatically.
Important Notes
Existing shipments will not be duplicated
If a container or Master Bill already exists in your account, it will not be added again.
Tracking begins automatically
Once a valid row is uploaded, OpenTrack immediately begins locating containers and monitoring shipment milestones.
Next Steps
Now that you know how to upload shipments in bulk, you may want to automate how shipments are added to OpenTrack.
Automatically add shipments to OpenTrack by emailing a spreadsheet.