A Complete Beginner's Guide: How to Register & Use an AllChinaBuy Account
New to using a purchasing agent in China? AllChinaBuy is a reliable platform that helps international shoppers buy products from Chinese websites like Taobao, 1688, and Tmall. This step-by-step tutorial, complete with screenshots, will guide you through creating an account and placing your first order smoothly.
Step 1: Go to the AllChinaBuy Website
Open your web browser and go to the official AllChinaBuy website: www.allchinabuy.com.
The AllChinaBuy homepage, featuring a clean, English-language interface.
Step 2: Create Your New Account
Click on the "Register" or "Sign Up" button, usually located in the top right corner of the page.
Fill in the required information in the registration form:
- Email Address:
- Password:
Agree to the Terms & Conditions and click "Register". Check your inbox for a verification email and click the link inside to activate your AllChinaBuy account.
The account registration form on AllChinaBuy.
Step 3: Log In to Your Account
Once your account is verified, return to the homepage and click "Login". Enter your registered email and password to access your personal dashboard.
The login page for existing AllChinaBuy users.
Step 4: Submit the Product Link You Want to Buy
Navigate to your dashboard and find the "Order Now" or "Buy for Me" button.
Carefully copy the URL of the product you wish to buy from a Chinese e-commerce site (e.g., Taobao, JD.com) and paste it into the designated field on AllChinaBuy. Then, click "Get Price" or "Calculate".
Important Note:Remarks" or "Note to Order" box.
The form for submitting a product link and adding specific notes.
Step 5: Check the Preview & Quote
AllChinaBuy will fetch the product information and generate a detailed cost breakdown. This preview will typically include:
- Product Price (in CNY)
- International Shipping Cost Estimate
- Service Fee
- Total Estimated Cost (in your preferred currency, e.g., USD)
Review this quote carefully. If everything looks correct, click "Add to Cart" or "Submit" to proceed.
A detailed price quote showing the product cost and estimated fees.
Step 6: Choose a Payment Method
Proceed to your cart and click "Checkout". You will be directed to the payment page. AllChinaBuy supports various secure payment options suitable for international customers:
- PayPal:
- AliPay:
- Credit/Debit Card:
- Bank Transfer/Wire Transfer.
- AliPay:
Select your preferred method, complete the payment details, and confirm the payment.
The checkout page displaying various payment methods like PayPal, Alipay, and Credit Card.
Step 7: Submit for Packing & Shipping
After your payment is confirmed, AllChinaBuy will purchase the item for you. Once the item arrives at their warehouse, they will inspect it.
You will receive a notification. Then, from your dashboard, you can:
- View the Warehouse
- Select the items you want to ship together.
- Choose your preferred international shipping method (e.g., DHL, EMS, FedEx).
- Confirm your shipping address.
- Pay the final shipping fee.
- Submit your "Packing & Shipping" request.
The interface to request packing and shipping for items in the warehouse.
Step 8: Track Your Package & Receive It!
Once your package is shipped, you will receive a tracking number. Use this number on the courier's website (e.g., DHL's site) to track your package's journey globally until it arrives at your doorstep!
Enjoy Your First AllChinaBuy Experience!
Congratulations! You have successfully registered, submitted an order, and navigated the core process of using AllChinaBuy. Remember, their customer support is available if you have any questions at any step. Happy shopping!