AllChinaBuy Step-by-Step Guide: Account Registration and Usage for Beginners
Navigating Chinese online stores as a foreigner can be challenging. AllChinaBuy (ACB) is a popular purchasing agent service that bridges this gap, helping you buy products from Chinese websites like Taobao, 1688, Tmall, and JD.com. This comprehensive guide is designed for absolute beginners, walking you through the entire process of registration, ordering, and shipping with clear, step-by-step instructions and screenshots.
Step 1: Account Registration on AllChinaBuy
First, visit the official AllChinaBuy website. Look for the "Register" or "Sign Up" link, typically located in the top right corner of the homepage.
[Image: AllChinaBuy homepage with arrow pointing to the Sign Up button]
Clicking the link will bring you to the registration form. You will need to provide the following information.
- Email Address:
- Password:
- Personal Details:
- Password:
[Image: The AllChinaBuy account registration form]
After filling out the form, click the "Register" button. You will likely receive a verification email. Click the link in that email to activate your AllChinaBuy account. Congratulations, your account is now ready!
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Step 2: Submitting Your Product Link (The English Interface)
Once logged in, you will be taken to your account dashboard. The interface is available in English, making it user-friendly.
[Image: User dashboard homepage after login]
To submit an item you want to purchase, find the "Order" or "Buy For Me" section. There, you will see a large text field where you can paste the product URL (link).
How to find the product link:
[Image: Highlighting the URL on a Taobao product page] Paste this link into the text field on AllChinaBuy's "Order" page. Then, click the "Preview" or "Get Price" button next to the field. [Image: Pasting the product link into the AllChinaBuy order box and clicking Preview]
Step 3: Reviewing Item Details and Previewing Costs
After clicking "Preview," the system will fetch the product information. A new page will open showing details like:
- Product image and title
- Price in Chinese Yuan (CNY)
- Available color/style options
- Shipping fee from the Chinese seller to the AllChinaBuy warehouse
[Image: The product preview page showing details and options]
Select your desired product variations (color, size, etc.). You will then see a cost breakdown. This preview includes the product costdomestic Chinese shipping fee. The international shipping cost to your country will be calculated later.
If everything looks correct, click the "Add to Cart" or "Submit Order" button to proceed.
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Step 4: Choosing a Payment Method
You will be directed to a payment page, usually through your shopping cart. AllChinaBuy supports various international payment methods.
- PayPal:
- Credit/Debit Card:
- Bank Transfer:
- Alipay:
- Credit/Debit Card:
[Image: The AllChinaBuy checkout page showing the different payment method logos (PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, etc.)]
Select your preferred payment method. You will be redirected to the secure gateway of that service (e.g., the PayPal website) to complete the transaction. Once the payment is confirmed, you will receive an order confirmation email from AllChinaBuy.
Step 5: Submitting a Packing & Shipping Request
Your purchased items will be shipped to the AllChinaBuy warehouse in China. Once all your items arrive there (you can track their status in your "Warehouse" or "My Items" tab), you can request international shipping.
[Image: The Warehouse page showing received items with a "Submit Parcel" button]
- Go to your warehouse. Select the items you want to ship together in one package.
- Click "Submit Parcel" or "Ship My Items."
- You will need to enter your international shipping address
- Choose a shipping method
- The system will calculate the final international shipping cost based on the parcel's weight and dimensions.
- You may have options for value-added services
- Review the final fees and pay for the international shipping
- Choose a shipping method
[Image: The parcel submission page showing address form and shipping method options]
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After payment, AllChinaBuy will pack your items, create the international waybill, and dispatch your parcel. You can then track its journey from their warehouse directly to your doorstep!
Enjoy Your First Purchase!
You have now successfully navigated the entire process of using AllChinaBuy. From registering an account and submitting product links to paying and arranging international shipping, the platform is designed to make cross-border shopping straightforward. Remember to always check product details carefully and understand the cost breakdown before confirming payment. Happy shopping!