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BBDBuy: A Guide to Recording QC Photos and Purchase Links

2026-02-24

Effective documentation is the cornerstone of a successful group buy. This guide explains the critical process of logging Quality Control (QC) photos and their corresponding purchase links in the shared BBDBuy spreadsheet, a practice that ensures accuracy and safeguards all participants.

Why This Step is Non-Negotiable

Meticulously documenting every inspection photo serves two primary purposes:

  • Ensures Accuracy:
  • Provides Protection:seller mismatches

Step-by-Step Recording Procedure

Follow these steps for each item in the group buy to maintain a flawless record.

Step 1: Locate Your Entry

Open the master BBDBuy spreadsheet and find the row corresponding to your purchase. Identify the columns dedicated to "QC Photo Links""Original Purchase Link".

Step 2: Upload and Document QC Photos

Once you receive QC photos from the agent or seller:

  1. Upload all images to a permanent, shareable image hosting service (e.g., Imgur, Google Drive, BBDBuy's internal album).
  2. In the "QC Photo Links" cell for your item, paste the direct URLs
  3. Ensure photos clearly show:

Step 3: Record the Purchase Link

In the "Original Purchase Link" column, paste the exact URL

Step 4: Verify and Complete

Double-check your entry. The link column should directly mirror the source, and each QC photo URL should be functional. A complete record looks like this:

Item Description Original Purchase Link QC Photo Links
Nike Dunk Low Panda https://example-store.com/product/12345 https://imgur.com/a/QCImage1.jpg
https://imgur.com/a/QCImage2.jpg

Final Reminder

Treating the spreadsheet as the single source of truth is a collective responsibility. Your thoroughness in recording QC photos and purchase links not only protects your own purchase but also reinforces the integrity and trust of the entire BBDBuy process. Happy and safe shopping!