Does the buyer pay for shipping?
Yes, on Vinted the buyer usually covers the cost of postage. This is one of the reasons selling on the platform feels so relaxed. As a seller, you can list your items without having to factor in shipping costs, making it easier to offer fair and competitive prices. Once someone buys your item, the postage cost is automatically added to their total, based on the shipping method they choose. It’s all taken care of behind the scenes, leaving you free to focus on packing and sending off your lovely item.
How the buyer decides how you should ship
The buyer gets to select the delivery method they prefer during checkout. This could be a standard courier service, tracked delivery or even a drop-off at a local collection point. The choice is theirs and Vinted will generate the relevant shipping label for you. All you need to do is print it off, attach it to your parcel and post it according to the chosen service. It’s a smooth little system that keeps things fair and flexible for both sides.
Managing your shipping options
As a seller, you can adjust your shipping preferences in your profile settings. You might prefer to offer drop-off only or perhaps you're happy to accept a mix of delivery options. Vinted lets you toggle your preferences so you can choose the methods that suit your lifestyle. Whether you're near a post office, a parcel locker or a local shop that handles drop-offs, you can tailor your settings to keep postage simple and manageable.
Shipping options
Vinted partners with a range of well-known courier services such as Evri, Royal Mail and Yodel. Each option has its own benefits, whether that’s tracking, convenience or speed. Buyers get to see these options when purchasing and choose the one that suits them best. Sellers don’t need to manually calculate anything—Vinted’s system does all the work, even creating and storing the label for you.
Item packaging requirements and prohibited items list
Packaging your items neatly and securely is just as important as the item itself. Make sure to choose a sturdy envelope or parcel, seal it carefully and protect anything fragile with tissue or padding. Vinted also has a list of prohibited items, such as perfumes, aerosols or anything considered dangerous or restricted. It’s always best to have a peek at the list before listing your item, just to be safe.
Choosing the right parcel size
Parcel sizing is a big part of getting postage right on Vinted. When the buyer chooses their delivery method, it's often linked to specific parcel dimensions. As the seller, it’s your job to make sure your packaging fits within that limit. If you’re unsure, it’s always worth measuring and weighing your parcel before heading off to post it. Going over the size limit could mean delays or extra charges, so a quick check can save lots of time later on.
You’re protected during shipping
One of the lovely things about Vinted is their built-in buyer and seller protection. When you send an item using their pre-paid label system, you're automatically covered in case the parcel gets lost or damaged in transit. This is only valid if you use their selected shipping methods and don’t go off-piste with your own courier, which is why it’s best to stick to the labels they provide. Once the buyer confirms everything has arrived safely, your payment is released.
You don’t need a printer (in some cases)
If you’re someone without a home printer, don’t worry. Certain couriers like Evri and InPost offer QR code options instead of traditional labels. Just show the code at the drop-off point and they’ll print the label for you. It’s a small touch, but it really helps make things feel less faffy and more accessible.
Drop-off windows are time-sensitive
Once a buyer purchases your item and the label is generated, there’s usually a 5-day window in which you need to drop it off. This helps keep transactions moving and buyers happy. If life gets in the way and you can’t make it in time, you can always cancel the sale—but it’s best to post within the time frame to avoid delays or cancellations.
You can track everything within the app
Every step of the delivery journey is trackable through the Vinted app. It’s updated automatically as the courier scans your parcel at each stage. Both buyers and sellers can see the progress, which adds a reassuring layer of transparency to the whole process. No one’s left wondering where their parcel is or when it’ll arrive.
Packaging doesn’t have to be fancy
One of the best parts of Vinted is that packaging can be recycled, reused or repurposed. While items should be well-protected and neatly presented, you don’t need to splash out on brand-new boxes or mailers. A clean cereal box or a bit of leftover bubble wrap from an old parcel is perfectly fine. It’s all in the spirit of sustainability, which sits at the heart of Vinted’s community.
Summary
Postage on Vinted is beautifully simple once you get into the swing of it. The buyer pays for shipping and selects their preferred method, while sellers handle the packaging and posting with a pre-generated label. By managing your shipping settings, packaging with care and keeping an eye on parcel sizes, you’ll find the whole process flows like a friendly little routine. It’s just another reason Vinted makes selling and buying second-hand feel easy and enjoyable.