6 Taobao Hacks Every Diehard Shoppaholic Should Know

The best tips and tricks to help you get your desired purchases right to your doorstep

You want it, they've got it.

We're talking about Taobao, China's biggest consumer-to-consumer e-commerce site, also known as a true blue shopping haven for those in the know.

Whether you're looking for Kinfolk-worthy furniture to fill your new home with, the latest electronics, or the latest styles inspired by the runway, you're likely to find them from one of the many sellers on the platform.

To help you ease into your first buy, here are some useful tips and tricks:

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6. Monitor your delivery

In general, most sellers ship their goods about two to three working days after payment has been made. Delivery speed can be affected by a few things, including how far your seller is located from the warehouse. Once the seller sends out the item, the delivery status will be updated to “卖家已经出货”, which means that your item has been sent out. Need to send a chaser? Try using Aliwangwang, a messenger program which helps you to contact the seller directly.

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