AllChinaBuy Beginner's Guide: Step-by-Step Registration & Usage Tutorial (With Screenshots)
Your Gateway to Shopping from China
AllChinaBuy (ACB) is a leading purchasing agent service that bridges the gap between you and millions of products from Chinese online stores like Taobao, 1688, and Tmall. This step-by-step guide, complete with screenshots, is designed to help first-time users navigate the registration and ordering process with ease.
Step 1: Account Registration
Start by creating your personal account. This will allow you to submit orders, track their status, and manage your payments.
- Go to the official AllChinaBuy website: www.allchinabuy.com.
- Click on the "Register" or "Sign Up" button, typically located in the top right corner of the homepage.
- Fill in the registration form with your details:
- Email Address: Use a valid email for account verification and notifications.
- Password: Create a strong password.
- Agree to the Terms of Service and click "Create Account" or "Register".
- Check your email inbox for a verification message from AllChinaBuy and click the link to activate your account.
Note:
Ensure your email address is correct. All order updates and payment receipts will be sent there.
Step 2: Submitting a Product Link (In English Interface)
Once logged in, you can start adding items you want to purchase.
- Find the product you wish to buy on a Chinese website (e.g., Taobao, JD.com). Copy the product URL from your browser's address bar.
- On your AllChinaBuy dashboard, find the submission form or the "Buy For Me" section.
- Paste the product link into the designated "Product URL" field.
- Fill in the necessary details:
- Quantity: Number of units you want.
- Specifications: Color, size, model, etc. (Describe in English).
- Price (¥): The product's listed price in Chinese Yuan (CNY).
- Click "Get Price" or "Preview Cost" to proceed.
Note:
Providing accurate specifications and the correct price helps avoid delays and ensures you get the exact item you want.
Step 3: Reviewing Your Preview & Final Cost
AllChinaBuy will generate a detailed cost breakdown for your item before you pay.
- After clicking "Get Price", you will see a "Order Preview" page.
- This preview will show:
- Product Cost (in CNY).
- International Shipping Estimate (to your country).
- Service Fee.
- Total Estimated Cost
- Review all details carefully. If everything is correct, click "Submit" or "Add to Cart". You can continue shopping or proceed to checkout.
Note:
The shipping cost at this stage is an estimate. The final shipping cost is calculated after your item arrives at their warehouse and is weighed/measured. You will pay the shipping fee separately later.
Step 4: Checkout & Payment Methods
Proceed to pay for your items once you've added all of them to your cart.
- Go to your shopping cart. Select the items you want to pay for and click "Checkout" or "Proceed to Payment".
- You may need to confirm your shipping address. Ensure it is complete and accurate.
- Choose your preferred payment method. AllChinaBuy supports:
- Alipay: Popular for users in Asia.
- PayPal: Secure and widely used worldwide.
- Credit/Debit Card: Visa, MasterCard, etc.
- Bank Transfer.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the payment securely through your chosen gateway.
- Once payment is confirmed, you will receive an order confirmation email.
Step 5: Submitting Packing & Shipment Request
After your payment is confirmed, AllChinaBuy will purchase the item for you. Once it arrives at their warehouse, you need to instruct them to ship it to you.
- Log in to your account and go to "My Warehouse".
- You will see your purchased items listed with a status like "Arrived" or "In Warehouse".
- Select the items you want to ship together.
- Click "Submit Parcel" or "Ship Now".
- Choose your preferred international shipping method (e.g., DHL, FedEx, EMS, etc.). Prices and delivery times will vary.
- Confirm the final shipping cost based on the actual package weight and dimensions.
- Pay for the international shipping fee using the same payment methods (Alipay, PayPal, etc.).
Note:
You can have multiple items consolidated into one package to save on shipping costs. Simply select all items you want to combine before clicking "Submit Parcel".
You're All Set!
Congratulations! You have successfully completed your first order with AllChinaBuy. After submitting your parcel, you will receive a tracking number to monitor your shipment's journey to your doorstep. Remember to always check product details carefully and factor in both the product cost and the shipping fee for a smooth purchasing agent experience. Happy shopping!