The simple Vinted packing trick that stops buyers scamming you and means you won't be out of pocket
Plus, watch the video above to find out this successful seller's clever hack to stop her losing items she's listed
PACK HACK The simple Vinted packing trick that stops buyers scamming you and means you won't be out of pocket
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YOU'D be hard pushed to find someone these days who hasn't tried their luck on Vinted - with some even managing to turn reselling into their entire career.
However, there are some downsides to selling on the app, such as scams when buyers say they haven't received the item you've sold them.
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If you're a Vinted user, there's a clever packaging tip you can try that should help you avoid being scammed
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Including the exact pictures you need to take as 'photographic proof' that you've sold and sent it as seen
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You should also double bag your item before sending it
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But there's a clever way to avoid that happening, and it's really easy too.
Double wrapping your sales means you've abided by Vinted's packaging rule, and could swing a dispute in your favour if someone claims they've received an empty bag.
"As a seller, it's crucial you double wrap your items before shipping," Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, explained.
"Otherwise, Vinted is likely to side with the buyer, and you may end up without the item or payment.
"Vinted's packaging rules state double wrapping, and by following them you can help tip the balance in your favour if a buyer lies about not receiving an item."
If you're worried that paying out for mailing bags isn't the most environmentally-friendly approach, you can reuse packaging from previous deliveries to avoid contributing to landfill sites.
Another way you can reduce your risk of being scammed is to collect photographic evidence.
"Take a series of clear photos while packaging and shipping your packages to use if a buyer falsely claims an item wasn't received," Marc continued.
"Some Vinted sellers record themselves wrapping the package, ensuring visual proof of what was included and confirming that you followed the double wrapping practice.
"This can help strengthen your case for disputes."
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The photos you need to take are: the item before packaging, the item inside the package, the sealed package with the shipping label attached, and the package at the drop-off point.
If you can take a snap which shows the person's address on the shipping label too, it helps make the package identifiable - which will also strengthen a case.
"If shipping via a post office that weighs the package, take a photo of the weight at home and again at the counter to help verify the item packaged," Marc added.
"Mentioning to the buyer that the package has been shipped with photographic evidence recorded may help deter any scammers."
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