# Proof of delivery

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> A Proof of Delivery (POD) serves one essential purpose: to provide legally sound evidence that a shipment has arrived at the agreed destination in the correct quantity and condition.

A Proof of Delivery (POD) serves one essential purpose: to provide legally sound evidence that a shipment has arrived at the agreed destination in the correct quantity and condition. The consignee or an authorised representative signs the document—physically or digitally—confirming receipt at the specified time and place. Standard POD records include the delivery date, item descriptions, batch or serial numbers, and the recipient's name and signature; many digital systems now add photographic evidence or GPS timestamps. For freight forwarders, a signed POD closes out transport liability; for shippers and consignees, it triggers payment release, supports claims handling, and underpins insurance disputes. It is distinct from the consignment note (CMR) or air waybill (AWB), which document the transport contract itself rather than its completion.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proof_of_delivery](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proof_of_delivery)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Proof of delivery |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 123 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proof_of_delivery |

---

*Logistics Glossary — Freight Academy: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/proof-of-delivery-3](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/proof-of-delivery-3)*

*Markdown mirror: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/proof-of-delivery-3](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/proof-of-delivery-3)*

*JSON summary: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/glossary/proof-of-delivery-3/llm-summary?lang=en](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/glossary/proof-of-delivery-3/llm-summary?lang=en)*