# How to Activate Apple Wallet Order Tracking Enhanced by AI in iOS 26
Among the numerous new features introduced in iOS 26 for Apple Wallet, one of the most pivotal enhancements is the long-anticipated solution for order tracking. This feature aims to transform Wallet into a holistic center for managing all online orders, a commitment that has only now come to fruition.
## The Development of Order Tracking in Apple Wallet
Order tracking was launched with the goal of centralizing online order details within the Wallet app. Nevertheless, due to insufficient engagement from third-party merchants, several users experienced the feature as mostly ineffective. With the launch of iOS 26, Apple has remedied these issues by incorporating on-device AI technology, enabling the app to extract order information directly from users’ email accounts without the need for agreements with online merchants.
## How to Activate Order Tracking
To set up order tracking in Apple Wallet, follow these instructions:
1. Open the **Settings** app on your iPhone.
2. Go to **Wallet & Apple Pay**.
3. Choose **Order Tracking** and ensure the ‘Mail (Beta)’ toggle is flipped on.
4. Enable Apple Intelligence on your device.
5. Make sure your email account is configured in Apple Mail.
After these settings are adjusted, when you receive an email with an order, tap the ‘Track’ button at the top of the Mail app. You may need to grant the app permission to access this data.
Once set up, Apple Wallet will automatically retrieve emails that contain order information, simplifying the tracking experience.
## Viewing Your Orders in the Wallet App
To access your orders in the Wallet app:
1. Launch the Wallet app.
2. Tap the three-dot icon in the upper-right corner.
3. Choose **Orders**.
This section will list all forthcoming orders, along with a record of past orders for easy viewing. If you come across orders from unfamiliar vendors, you can delete those orders and prevent the merchant from future tracking.
## Advantages of Utilizing Apple Wallet for Order Tracking
Employing Apple Wallet for order tracking provides various benefits:
1. **Consolidated Information**: All your orders are presented in one easy-to-access location.
2. **Control Over Notifications**: You can turn off notifications from specific apps while still getting updates through Wallet.
3. **User-Friendly Design**: The app’s layout facilitates easy navigation to recent orders from the same vendor.
For additional information on the latest features and forthcoming improvements in Apple Wallet, you can check out other resources.
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