Shipping on Vinted is straightforward once you’ve made a sale, but it’s important to understand how the process works so that your items arrive safely and on time. Vinted handles much of the shipping setup for you, including the label and tracking, making the experience easy for individual sellers. Whether you're clearing out your wardrobe or selling secondhand items regularly, knowing how to ship properly ensures good feedback and repeat buyers.
What Happens After You Sell an Item?
Once someone buys your item on Vinted, you’ll receive a notification confirming the sale. At this point, Vinted provides you with a pre-paid shipping label, depending on the delivery option the buyer chose. You can download and print the label directly from the app or website. Most buyers select one of Vinted’s partner couriers, such as Evri, Royal Mail, Yodel or InPost, depending on what’s available in your region.
You’ll need to package the item securely, attach the label, and drop it off at the selected delivery point — or wait for a collection if the chosen method allows for it.
Who Pays for the Shipping?
The buyer chooses and pays for the shipping at checkout. As a seller, you don’t need to cover the cost. Your responsibility is to print the label (if needed), pack the item properly, and drop it off within the timeframe provided. If you miss the shipping window, the sale may be cancelled and refunded.
Where Do You Drop Off Vinted Parcels?
The drop-off point depends on the courier selected by the buyer. If the buyer chooses:
- Evri: You’ll usually drop off at an EvriParcelShop, or schedule a doorstep collection (if available).
- Royal Mail: You’ll need to print the label and take the parcel to a Post Office or a Royal Mail delivery office.
- InPost: You scan the label and drop the parcel in a local InPost locker.
- Yodel: Parcels are dropped off at a Yodel store or designated collection point.
Always check the courier listed on your shipping label to avoid dropping it at the wrong location.
What If You Don’t Have a Printer?
Some couriers, such as Evri and InPost, support label-free drop-off through QR codes. You’ll receive a code in your Vinted app, which can be scanned at the drop-off location to print the label on-site. If the courier does require a label and you don’t have a printer, consider using a local print shop, library, or ask a friend.
Vinted allows sellers to set their shipping preferences, so you can select label-free options only, if that makes shipping easier for you in the long run.
How Is Tracking Handled?
Vinted automatically links the shipping label to the buyer’s order and updates tracking in real-time. You don’t need to input tracking details manually. Once you’ve dropped off the parcel and it’s scanned by the courier, the system begins to update both you and the buyer on the parcel’s progress.
If there’s a delay or the item gets lost, Vinted has a buyer and seller protection policy that typically refunds or compensates the affected party after an investigation.
When Do You Get Paid?
You’ll receive your payment once the buyer confirms they’ve received the item and that everything is as described. If they don’t confirm, Vinted automatically releases the funds after a set number of days, as long as the tracking shows successful delivery.
The money appears in your Vinted balance, and from there, you can withdraw it to your bank account.
What Happens If the Parcel Isn’t Scanned?
Occasionally, a parcel might not be scanned immediately at drop-off. This can delay tracking updates and make sellers anxious, especially if a buyer starts chasing delivery. If the courier hasn’t scanned your parcel within a day or two, it’s best to keep your drop-off receipt as proof. Vinted support can use this to help resolve any issues if the item goes missing or is delayed. Always take a photo of your receipt in case you misplace it.
Can You Combine Multiple Orders?
If you sell more than one item to the same buyer, Vinted doesn’t automatically combine shipping. However, buyers can bundle items into one purchase if they use the Bundle feature before payment. This ensures the buyer pays for shipping once, and you only have to send one parcel. It’s good practice to encourage bundling by mentioning it in your listings or bio — it can lead to bigger orders and easier shipping for you.
What If the Buyer Doesn’t Pick Up the Parcel?
Sometimes a buyer doesn’t collect the parcel from a locker or collection point in time. In this case, the courier usually returns it to you after the hold period expires. Once it arrives back, you can relist the item and try again. If the buyer never collects the parcel and it's returned, you won't be penalised. Vinted also cancels the sale automatically and refunds the buyer.
Can You Ship Outside the UK?
Vinted operates across several European countries, but in the UK, your default shipping is within the UK only. You can’t ship to EU countries from a UK-based account due to post-Brexit customs issues and platform restrictions. If you're in Northern Ireland, delivery options may vary slightly. Vinted may expand international shipping options again in the future, but for now, UK sellers are limited to domestic sales.
Additional Things You Should Know About Shipping on Vinted
1. Set Your Preferred Shipping Methods
In your profile settings, you can choose which couriers you’re happy to use. If you don’t want to use Royal Mail or don’t have an InPost locker nearby, simply disable those options. This ensures that buyers can only choose delivery methods that work for you.
2. Use the Right Packaging
Vinted doesn’t require branded packaging. You can reuse old delivery bags, boxes or padded envelopes — as long as they’re clean and secure. Just avoid using anything branded with another store name, and make sure your item is wrapped in a way that protects it during transit.
3. Avoid Overpacking
Each courier has weight and size limits based on the shipping tier chosen by the buyer. Overpacking might result in extra charges or return to sender. Stick to the weight and size guidelines in your shipping confirmation email.
4. Keep Your Drop-Off Deadline in Mind
Most Vinted sales come with a 5 working day window to drop off the parcel. Missing this cancels the sale automatically. If you’re delayed, let the buyer know — they may be more patient if you’re open about it, and in some cases they can cancel and repurchase later.
What Happens If the Parcel Isn’t Scanned?
Occasionally, a parcel might not be scanned immediately at drop-off. This can delay tracking updates and make sellers anxious, especially if a buyer starts chasing delivery. If the courier hasn’t scanned your parcel within a day or two, it’s best to keep your drop-off receipt as proof. Vinted support can use this to help resolve any issues if the item goes missing or is delayed. Always take a photo of your receipt in case you misplace it.
Can You Combine Multiple Orders?
If you sell more than one item to the same buyer, Vinted doesn’t automatically combine shipping. However, buyers can bundle items into one purchase if they use the Bundle feature before payment. This ensures the buyer pays for shipping once, and you only have to send one parcel. It’s good practice to encourage bundling by mentioning it in your listings or bio — it can lead to bigger orders and easier shipping for you.
What If the Buyer Doesn’t Pick Up the Parcel?
Sometimes a buyer doesn’t collect the parcel from a locker or collection point in time. In this case, the courier usually returns it to you after the hold period expires. Once it arrives back, you can relist the item and try again. If the buyer never collects the parcel and it's returned, you won't be penalised. Vinted also cancels the sale automatically and refunds the buyer.
Can You Ship Outside the UK?
Vinted operates across several European countries, but in the UK, your default shipping is within the UK only. You can’t ship to EU countries from a UK-based account due to post-Brexit customs issues and platform restrictions. If you're in Northern Ireland, delivery options may vary slightly. Vinted may expand international shipping options again in the future, but for now, UK sellers are limited to domestic sales.
Summary
Shipping on Vinted is simple and mostly automated. After making a sale, you receive a pre-paid label based on the buyer’s choice of courier. All you need to do is pack the item securely, drop it off, and wait for tracking to update. Vinted handles the payment once delivery is confirmed. With options for label-free shipping and multiple couriers, it’s an accessible platform for UK sellers looking to move items quickly and with minimal hassle.