How Does Postage Work on Vinted?
New to selling on Vinted? Here's exactly how the postage system works, from label to drop-off.
How does postage work on Vinted?
Vinted has a built-in shipping system. When a buyer purchases your item, Vinted generates a prepaid shipping label. You print or show the label, pack the item, and drop it off at the designated carrier location.
Quick answer
The buyer pays for postage on Vinted. When an item sells, Vinted generates a prepaid shipping label. The seller packs the item, prints or shows the label, and drops it off at the carrier location (InPost, Evri ParcelShop, etc.). Both parties can track the parcel through the app.
Who pays for postage on Vinted?
The shipping cost the buyer sees depends on the package size you set when listing the item. Make sure you choose the correct size to avoid issues.
New to Vinted? Read our full guide on how to sell on Vinted or find out how you get paid on Vinted.
Shipping options available
Vinted UK offers several carrier options depending on parcel size.
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The available options depend on the package size you select. Smaller items have more carrier choices.
How to send your Vinted parcel
Use a mailing bag, padded envelope, or box appropriate to the item size. Make sure it's clean and well-protected. You provide the packaging - Vinted doesn't supply it.
Go to the sold item in your Vinted messages. Tap "Ship now" to see your shipping label and QR code. You can print the label or use the QR code at the drop-off point.
Take the parcel to the specified drop-off point. Scan the QR code or hand over the printed label. Get your receipt and keep it until the buyer confirms receipt.
Track the delivery through Vinted. Once the buyer confirms everything is OK (or 2 days pass without a dispute), your payment is released to your Vinted wallet.
Need help with drop-off points? Learn how to use InPost lockers or find out whether the Post Office accepts Evri parcels.
Packaging tips for Vinted sellers
Packaging for Vinted sellers
Paper mailing bags, bubble mailers, and postal boxes to keep your Vinted sales looking professional and protected.
Browse mailing bagsWant better packaging for your sales? Our paper mailing bags guide and bubble mailers guide cover the best options for Vinted sellers.
Frequently asked questions
When an item sells, Vinted generates a prepaid shipping label. The seller packs the item, prints the label or uses a QR code, and drops it off at the designated carrier.
The buyer pays. Shipping cost is added to the item price at checkout. The seller doesn't pay for postage when using Vinted's built-in shipping.
You have 5 working days to ship the item after it's sold. If you don't ship in time, the order may be cancelled.
Not always. Many drop-off points accept a QR code from the Vinted app. If using Royal Mail, you may need to print a label.
Use paper mailing bags for clothing, bubble mailers for fragile items, and boxes for shoes or larger items. Keep it clean and professional.
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