How To Order From Taobao to the UK (EASY)

Calling all shopaholics in the United Kingdom! Imagine a digital marketplace teeming with unique fashion, cutting-edge electronics, stylish home decor, and an endless array of coveted products, all just a few clicks away. Welcome to Taobao, the online retail paradise that has captured the hearts of millions. But how can you navigate the complexities of ordering from Taobao to the UK?

Fear not, for we have the ultimate solution that will make your shopping dreams come true—the mighty Taobao agent!

In this comprehensive guide, we embark on an exciting journey, revealing the secrets to successfully ordering from Taobao to the UK with the indispensable assistance of a Taobao agent. These skilled allies possess expertise in international shipping, language proficiency, and customs know-how, ensuring a seamless and stress-free shopping experience.

How to use the Tabao agent?

For the most part, Taobao agents operate in a similar manner. To provide a better understanding of how to use a Taobao agent, I will use Superbuy, a top-tier agent in the industry, as an illustration, to walk you through the process of ordering from Taobao through an agent, step by step.

Step 1: go sign up for Superbuy!

The sign-up process is super simple. I think I just took 1 minute to complete the whole account sign-up. All you need to do are just 3 steps:

1. Enter your email address
2. Set up your password
3. Verify your email address

Feel free to sign up today and play with this platform a bit. I’m sure you’ll find a lot of interesting stuff in it!

Step 2: Select the item

Then, find a product you want to buy from Taobao. Check out this Taobao shopping guide (or this) to get started.

Method 1

Find the product you want to buy on Taobao / Tmall / JD.com, copy the product link and paste it into the search bar (or just copy and paste the link shared by your friend).

Method 2

Enter the product name in Superbuy’s search bar and select from the recommended products provided by Taobao, Tmall, and JD.com.

Step 3: Submit the Order

Superbuy can capture the info of 99% of the products on Taobao / Tmall / JD.com. You can directly select the color, size, and quantity, and click “Add to Cart” or “Buy Now”. (Sign up for Superbuy today)

When purchasing from the above platforms, if the “Fill in A Shopping Agent Order” page appears, you need to fill in the order info manually, then click “Add to Cart” or “Buy Now”.

Step 4: Pay for Items

Choose a payment method and pay for the item and the Chinese local delivery fee.

• Available for multiple currencies.
• Payment Methods: PayPal, Credit Cards, Wechat, Alipay, Chinese Debit Cards, Bank Tele Transfer, Bitcoin.
• Enter the destination country and remarks regarding your requirement. If you need value-added services, just select such services, then submit the order after review.

Step 5: Superbuy Purchase

Our shopping agents will contact the seller and purchase your ordered items. During the purchasing process, you can click ‘order inquiry’ to contact our shopping agents for any further details, and they will contact you via email or message if needed, i.e. some information needed to be completed by you.

Step 6: Superbuy Inspection and Storage

Quality inspection will be carried out and items will be stored in the warehouse. You can visit ‘My Superbuy’– ‘Warehouse’ to view the item once it is stored.

• Once the item has arrived at our warehouse, a series of quality inspections will be carried out and the photos will be taken for you to view. Superbuy will contact you immediately if there are any problems.
• Products purchased from 1688 has a different set of quality control standard, you can refer to Superbuy’s Shopping Agent User Manual.
• You can send the stored items overseas (Steps 6-9) or continue to purchase more and then send them all together (Repeat Steps 1-5, then Steps 6 -9)
• Superbuy provides 90 days of free storage service for the items.
• Stock up and consolidate them to ship overseas in order to save shipping fees.

Step 7: Submit for Delivery

Visit ‘My Warehouse’ and select items then submit them for delivery. Fill in delivery details and choose the recommended type of delivery. (Sign up for Superbuy today)

Step 8: Pay the international shipping fee deposit

Select a payment method for the international shipping fee deposit and customs fee.

The international shipping fee deposit is calculated according to the product’s estimated weight, the selected shipment method, and the destination.

The final shipping fee will be calculated according to the package size and weight verified by the shipping company. If there is a discrepancy between the final shipping fee and the deposit, the amount difference will be returned to your Superbuy account after the product is shipped. (Sign up for Superbuy today)

Step 9: Superbuy Delivery

Consolidate and pack items, reinforce packages, weigh, and send them out for delivery.

Step 10: Waiting for your package to arrive

You can track your package and follow its shipping progress on the “Parcels” page. (Sign up for Superbuy today)

Step 11: Delivered & Review

Once you have received the parcel, you can confirm the delivery via‘My Superbuy’ – ‘Parcels’. If you have any questions regarding the parcel, you can also choose the relevant parcel and apply for after-sales service.

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Why do you need a Taobao agent?

If you’re an international buyer looking to purchase from Taobao, a Taobao agent can be a valuable resource. Taobao is a Chinese-language platform, and as such, it can be difficult for non-Chinese speakers to navigate. Additionally, many Taobao sellers only ship within China, making it difficult for international buyers to receive their orders directly.

This is where a Taobao agent comes in – they can assist with purchasing items on your behalf, communicate with sellers in Chinese, consolidate and ship your orders to your desired address, and provide additional services such as product inspection and repackaging. Using a Taobao agent can save you time, effort, and money, while also helping you access the vast selection of products available on Taobao.

The best Taobao agent for the UK: Superbuy

Are you struggling to shop on Taobao due to the language barrier and complex purchasing process? As someone who loves to explore the vast selection of products on Taobao, I understand the frustration of not being able to purchase items directly from the platform. That’s why I highly recommend Superbuy, a top-tier Taobao agent that has made my shopping experience seamless and stress-free.

Since 2012, Superbuy has been serving international customers like me with its user-friendly platform, excellent customer service, and competitive pricing. With Superbuy, I can easily search for and purchase items on Taobao, without worrying about the complexities of the Chinese language and shipping restrictions. Superbuy also offers various shipping options, including DHL, EMS, and ePacket, to ensure my purchases are delivered to me as quickly as possible.

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