- How to Create a Xianyu Account?
- Why Link Taobao & Alipay on Xianyu?
- Where to link your Alipay or Taobao on the Xianyu app?
- How to Chat with the Seller on Taobao?
- How to Add Your Shipping Address?
- How to Buy from Xianyu?
- Can Foreigners Sell on Xianyu?
- Xianyu Proxy Purchase Service
- How to Use Our Xianyu Proxy Service?
- Xianyu Proxy Pricing Details
- FAQ
As you may know, if you want to buy from Xianyu but don't have a registered account, you won't be able to message sellers, purchase items, or even share links for others to buy. Are you still looking for a Xianyu proxy to assist you? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to register and use the Xianyu app .
How to Create a Xianyu Account
There are three ways to register a Xianyu account : using a Taobao account, an Alipay account, or a mobile number.
Registering Xianyu with a Foreign Mobile Number
- Choose your country code and enter your phone number.
- Receive a verification code from Xianyu and enter it.
⚠️ If you fail to receive the verification code from Xianyu, you can log in using Taobao or Alipay.
Using a Taobao Account to Log into Xianyu
- Go to Taobao Global or download the Taobao app.
- Click “Register” and enter your phone number.
- Verify with an SMS code and set up your account.
- Use this Taobao account to log into Xianyu .
⚠️ Logging in by Taobao requires passing its real - name verification.
Using an Alipay Account to Log into Xianyu
- Open the Xianyu app .
- Select “Log in with Alipay”.
- Authorize your Alipay account to access Xianyu .
⚠️ Overseas Alipay accounts require passport + foreign bank card authentication.
Why Link Taobao & Alipay on Xianyu?
To keep your account safe and avoid getting banned by Xianyu, it's important to link both your Taobao and Alipay accounts as soon as you log in.
- If you logged in using your Taobao account, make sure to link your Alipay.
- If you logged in using Alipay, then you'll need to link your Taobao.
Where to link your Alipay or Taobao on the Xianyu app?
To link Alipay on Xianyu
- Go to "Settings"
- Tap "Account and Security"
- Select "Alipay Account"
To link Taobao on Xianyu
- Go to "Settings"
- Tap "Account and Security"
- Select "Authorization Management"
How to Chat with the Seller on Xianyu?
If you want to chat with the seller on Xianyu , you must possess both Taobao and Alipay accounts. Ensure your Taobao/Alipay account has completed real-name verification.
- Log in to your Taobao account
- Navigate to account settings to link your Alipay account
- After successful linkage, directly access the Xianyu APP using Taobao credentials
⚠️ If chatting is restricted, try increasing your transaction history on Taobao.
How to Add Your Shipping Address?
Since most Xianyu sellers are Chinese, they don't usually ship internationally. So, I recommend using a third-party shipping service (like JYS). Why? Because third-party shipping can help you repackage your goods and offer personalized services to make shipping overseas easier.
How to Buy from Xianyu?
- Method 1: Direct Alipay transfer (risky if the seller is unreliable).
- Method 2: Share the product link of Xianyu on Taobao.
- Method 3: Share the link with a purchasing agent.
- Method 4: Ask a Chinese friend to buy for you.
⚠️ Notice: You should not buy too many items at once, or Xianyu will require real-name verification, which foreigners cannot complete.
Can Foreigners Sell on Xianyu?
Verification Level | Required Documents | Allowed Sell on Xianyu? |
---|---|---|
Basic Verification | Phone number only | No |
Alipay International | Passport + Foreign Bank Card | No |
Full Alipay China | Chinese ID + Chinese Bank Card | Yes |
Xianyu Proxy Purchase Service
If you are interested in purchasing items from Xianyu but are unable to do so yourself, we offer a Xianyu proxy buying service to assist you.
Please note that this service includes a 15% handling fee based on the total value of the items.
How to Use Our Xianyu Proxy Service?
- Contact us via WhatsApp.
- Send the Xianyu product link through WhatsApp.
- After confirming the quantity, our team will provide you with a detailed quotation.
- Once payment is received, we will proceed to purchase the item on your behalf.
Xianyu Proxy Pricing Details
Our service fee is calculated as follows:
- 15% of the total item value
- Shipping fee (based on the rates published on our website)
- Value-added services (optional)
Rest assured, we only charge a proxy service fee. Shipping charges will be calculated separately according to the standard shipping rates listed on our website.
Contact us on WhatsappFAQ
Q: Can I use Xianyu without registering?
A: No, you need an account to browse and purchase.
Q: What's the easiest way for foreigners to register?
A: Use a foreign mobile number to register a Taobao account, then log into Xianyu. However, it's usually difficult to receive the verification code.
Q: How to order from Xianyu if I don't have Alipay?
A: Share the Xianyu link with a Taobao agent or a Chinese friend.
Q: Can I register on the Xianyu app without a passport?
A: Nope. You must have a passport to pass Taobao and Alipay's real-name verification. Once verified, you can log into Xianyu using your Taobao or Alipay account, even if you can't receive a phone verification code.