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Gmail Adds Purchases Tab to Track Orders as Promotions Sorting Revamp Nears

The update aims to streamline shopping emails before the holiday rush.

Overview

  • The new Purchases view is rolling out now on mobile and web to personal Google accounts worldwide, consolidating order confirmations, shipping updates, and past purchases.
  • Packages expected within 24 hours will still surface at the top of the primary inbox, with summary cards remaining inside purchase emails for quick reference.
  • Gmail’s Promotions category will add a “Most relevant” sort and timely deal nudges in the coming weeks on mobile, with an option to keep sorting by “Most recent.”
  • Purchase summary cards include quick-action buttons such as “See item” or “Track Package,” enabling fast access to details without opening the original email.
  • The rollout applies to consumer accounts rather than Workspace, and one outlet reports summary cards are disabled in the EU and UK.