Courier & Postal
Proof of Delivery (POD)
Definition
A record showing that a shipment was delivered, often including a date, time, location, recipient name, signature, or delivery image.
In practical terms
Proof of delivery supports shipment visibility and helps resolve questions about completion. The information collected depends on the selected service and delivery conditions.
Example
The tracking record shows delivery at 10:42 a.m. and the name of the receiving employee.