Guide to Buying on Taobao, 1688, Tmall
1. Overview of Taobao, Tmall, 1688
Taobao.com
Taobao is a Chinese e-commerce platform operating under the C2C model (consumer-to-consumer). Here, you can find all kinds of products such as fashion, cosmetics, electronics, accessories, at very affordable prices.
Tmall.com
Tmall operates under the B2C model (business-to-consumer), selling only authentic products from major brands such as Adidas, Lenovo, Nike…
1688.com
1688 is a B2B e-commerce platform specializing in wholesale, suitable for businesses and shops sourcing directly from factories at very competitive prices.
2. How to find products on Taobao, 1688, Tmall
Search by image
– On the homepage, click on the camera icon in the search bar.
– Upload the product image you want, and the system will return similar results.
Search by keyword
– Use Google Translate to translate the product name into Chinese.
– Copy and paste the keyword into the search bar on Taobao, Tmall, or 1688.
Search by category
On the homepage, choose from the suggested categories (on the left side of the interface) to save time.
3. How to place orders on Taobao, Tmall, 1688
Step 1: Log into your account
You need a shopping account + Alipay account + Chinese warehouse address.
Step 2: Search for products
Search by keyword, image, or category.
Use filters for price, location, and recommendations.
Step 3: Check seller credibility
Choose shops with at least 3 diamonds or the bull icon (1688).
Step 4: Payment and shipping
These platforms only support payments via Alipay and international cards.
If you don’t have someone in China to help with payments, we recommend using Viet Trung’s Taobao – 1688 – Tmall ordering service.
4. Why choose Viet Trung’s Taobao, 1688, Tmall ordering service?
– Fast and accurate product sourcing support
– Safe, quick payments via reliable exchange partners
– Official customs clearance to Vietnam with tracking codes and clear progress updates
– 100% compensation policy if goods are lost (with insurance)
– Wholesale discount programs for bulk buyers
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